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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 MTJMOT history

LP08 MTJ is a red petrol MINI first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LP08 MTJ red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
160,074 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 MTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 MTJ was last recorded at 160,074 miles on 5 May 2026, 127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,947 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
127 miles
Average per year
8,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,074 miles
  • 2025 – 135,872 miles
  • 2024 – 119,753 miles
  • 2023 – 103,199 miles
  • 2022 – 90,038 miles
  • 2021 – 85,892 miles
  • 2020 – 83,267 miles
  • 2019 – 82,712 miles
  • 2018 – 81,590 miles
  • 2017 – 79,797 miles
  • 2016 – 72,543 miles
  • 2015 – 64,266 miles
  • 2014 – 53,605 miles
  • 2013 – 45,567 miles
  • 2012 – 38,822 miles
  • 2011 – 29,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,074 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,074 miles (+127)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    160,074 miles
    Test number
    998157163915
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail159,947 miles (+24,075)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,947 miles
    Test number
    286476280179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass135,872 miles (+16,119)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,872 miles
    Test number
    209023310042
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass119,753 miles (+16,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    119,753 miles
    Test number
    305973276448
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,199 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    404986548088
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail103,199 miles (+13,161)2 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    224158109541
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,038 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    90,038 miles
    Test number
    528625018858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    683531263317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,892 miles (+2,625)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    211294793792
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass83,267 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    187908943043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail83,255 miles (+543)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,255 miles
    Test number
    175826443383
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass82,712 miles (+1,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,712 miles
    Test number
    994928829006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish

  13. Pass81,590 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    886479357357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driveshaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail81,590 miles (+1,793)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    777828871643
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driveshaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass79,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    739393336066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driveshaft oil seal weeping slightly

  16. Fail79,797 miles (+7,254)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    116824919959
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  17. Pass72,543 miles (+8,277)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,543 miles
    Test number
    864971231218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,266 miles (+10,661)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,266 miles
    Test number
    179137525022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,605 miles (+8,038)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    647107324035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s/f tyre side wall

  20. Pass45,567 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,567 miles
    Test number
    239332503455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,822 miles (+8,914)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,822 miles
    Test number
    157985492053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,908 miles
    Test number
    149267041437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 MTJ

Does LP08 MTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 MTJ is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 MTJ?
The MOT on LP08 MTJ is valid until 4 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 MTJ done?
LP08 MTJ was recorded at 160,074 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 8,556 miles a year.
Has LP08 MTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 MTJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 MTJ 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 MTJ find?
LP08 MTJ passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working.

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