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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LP08 MTKMOT history

LP08 MTK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LP08 MTK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
82,596 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 MTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 MTK was last recorded at 82,596 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 6,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,465 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,131 miles
Average per year
4,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,596 miles
  • 2025 – 76,465 miles
  • 2024 – 69,242 miles
  • 2023 – 65,330 miles
  • 2022 – 62,090 miles
  • 2021 – 59,288 miles
  • 2020 – 55,077 miles
  • 2019 – 50,072 miles
  • 2018 – 47,729 miles
  • 2017 – 44,096 miles
  • 2016 – 41,165 miles
  • 2015 – 37,429 miles
  • 2014 – 33,491 miles
  • 2013 – 27,844 miles
  • 2012 – 22,371 miles
  • 2011 – 16,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,596 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,596 miles (+6,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    82,596 miles
    Test number
    379901318755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    76,465 miles
    Test number
    252648321115
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail76,463 miles (+7,221)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,463 miles
    Test number
    323663891797
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    915281958385
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded

  5. Fail69,242 miles (+3,912)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    223721932625
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded

  6. Pass65,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,330 miles
    Test number
    465064496723
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail65,330 miles (+3,240)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,330 miles
    Test number
    780842967678
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    969711716814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,090 miles (+2,802)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    525165949062
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator light on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,288 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    59,288 miles
    Test number
    789548068340
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre scuffed on the outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low

  11. Fail59,288 miles (+4,211)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,288 miles
    Test number
    850784315399
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre scuffed on the outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low

  12. Pass55,077 miles (+5,005)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,077 miles
    Test number
    977317183631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,072 miles (+2,343)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    888201777046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,729 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,729 miles
    Test number
    987914151386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,096 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,096 miles
    Test number
    903767909572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,165 miles
    Test number
    839055421524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,165 miles (+3,736)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,165 miles
    Test number
    562035144970
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNo oil on dip stick

  18. Pass37,429 miles (+3,938)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,429 miles
    Test number
    126040195181
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage to rear bumper

  19. Pass33,491 miles (+5,647)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,491 miles
    Test number
    789405204278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCoolant level low //
    • NoteRear bumper cracked

  20. Fail27,844 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,844 miles
    Test number
    535018503273
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,844 miles (+5,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,844 miles
    Test number
    978078303241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass22,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,371 miles
    Test number
    487493512243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,371 miles (+6,249)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,371 miles
    Test number
    947213912262
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail16,122 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,122 miles
    Test number
    369699981185
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Pass16,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,122 miles
    Test number
    719669781101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 MTK

Does LP08 MTK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 MTK is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 MTK?
The MOT on LP08 MTK is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 MTK done?
LP08 MTK was recorded at 82,596 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,370 miles a year.
Has LP08 MTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 MTK has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 MTK 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 MTK find?
LP08 MTK passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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