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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 ECAMOT history

LP08 ECA is a black petrol MINI first used on 7 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LP08 ECA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
92,625 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 ECA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 ECA was last recorded at 92,625 miles on 11 May 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,596 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
4,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,625 miles
  • 2025 – 90,035 miles
  • 2024 – 86,117 miles
  • 2022 – 81,771 miles
  • 2021 – 80,491 miles
  • 2020 – 77,480 miles
  • 2019 – 72,043 miles
  • 2018 – 63,830 miles
  • 2017 – 55,050 miles
  • 2016 – 46,030 miles
  • 2015 – 37,313 miles
  • 2014 – 37,193 miles
  • 2013 – 36,200 miles
  • 2012 – 30,582 miles
  • 2011 – 28,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,625 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder body trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,625 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    92,625 miles
    Test number
    353166036588
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted
  2. Fail92,596 miles (+95)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,596 miles
    Test number
    837993129784
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted
  3. Fail92,501 miles (+2,466)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,501 miles
    Test number
    979982292452
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  4. Pass90,035 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,035 miles
    Test number
    195298792518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail90,035 miles (+3,918)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,035 miles
    Test number
    991863262394
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass86,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    846552607960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,117 miles (+4,346)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    485455891414
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass81,771 miles (+1,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,771 miles
    Test number
    276103543555
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass80,491 miles (+3,011)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,491 miles
    Test number
    129169610681
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaking from engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass77,480 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,480 miles
    Test number
    714342756380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail77,448 miles (+5,405)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    778014064069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass72,043 miles (+8,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,043 miles
    Test number
    552027262388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass63,830 miles (+8,780)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,830 miles
    Test number
    533758800614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,050 miles (+9,020)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,050 miles
    Test number
    697298885062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,030 miles (+8,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    290034169060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass37,313 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,313 miles
    Test number
    249747385126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,193 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,193 miles
    Test number
    335123114487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,200 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    876702593122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,582 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,582 miles
    Test number
    519984562126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    728432591131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,709 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    579479381193
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP08 ECA

Does LP08 ECA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 ECA is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 ECA?
The MOT on LP08 ECA is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 ECA done?
LP08 ECA was recorded at 92,625 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 4,306 miles a year.
Has LP08 ECA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 ECA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 ECA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LP08 ECA find?
LP08 ECA passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 1 advisory: under body trays fitted.

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