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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 ECVMOT history

LP08 ECV is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 67,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

LP08 ECV blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
67,085 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 ECV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 ECV was last recorded at 67,085 miles on 28 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,084 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,085 miles
  • 2025 – 65,381 miles
  • 2024 – 63,241 miles
  • 2023 – 60,241 miles
  • 2022 – 52,657 miles
  • 2021 – 49,379 miles
  • 2019 – 44,239 miles
  • 2018 – 40,391 miles
  • 2017 – 36,974 miles
  • 2016 – 32,986 miles
  • 2015 – 30,413 miles
  • 2014 – 27,747 miles
  • 2013 – 23,369 miles
  • 2012 – 16,782 miles
  • 2011 – 13,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,085 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty/Faded Pattern JUST ! Visable (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ALL !Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Brake warning light stays on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,085 miles (+1)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    67,085 miles
    Test number
    215088482594
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty/Faded Pattern JUST ! Visable (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ALL !

  2. Fail67,084 miles (+1,703)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,084 miles
    Test number
    938213010984
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty/Faded Pattern JUST ! Visable (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ALL !

  3. Pass65,381 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,381 miles
    Test number
    725312809694
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light stays on

  4. Fail65,364 miles (+2,123)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,364 miles
    Test number
    892323760802
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light stays on

  5. Pass63,241 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    63,241 miles
    Test number
    953963045297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,241 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    60,241 miles
    Test number
    906077842522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail60,179 miles (+7,522)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,179 miles
    Test number
    561885220281
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases jiont (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass52,657 miles (+303)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    52,657 miles
    Test number
    148075903087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,354 miles (+2,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    52,354 miles
    Test number
    203897167757
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass49,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,379 miles
    Test number
    593052299239
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail49,379 miles (+5,140)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,379 miles
    Test number
    942996779750
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass44,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    472903394016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail44,239 miles (+3,848)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    606966327825
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass40,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,391 miles
    Test number
    467605422767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,390 miles (+3,416)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,390 miles
    Test number
    929126508020
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass36,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    36,974 miles
    Test number
    165808926579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,972 miles (+3,986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,972 miles
    Test number
    885800492455
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  18. Pass32,986 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    32,986 miles
    Test number
    979822530063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,413 miles (+2,666)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,413 miles
    Test number
    678602355161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,747 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    27,747 miles
    Test number
    205086654136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,369 miles (+6,587)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,369 miles
    Test number
    959155783178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,782 miles (+3,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,782 miles
    Test number
    206633872168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass13,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    13,504 miles
    Test number
    997300891109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 ECV

Does LP08 ECV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 ECV is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 ECV?
The MOT on LP08 ECV is valid until 27 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 ECV done?
LP08 ECV was recorded at 67,085 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,599 miles a year.
Has LP08 ECV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 ECV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 ECV 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 ECV find?
LP08 ECV passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective misty/faded pattern just ! visable; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear upper position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 2 more.

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