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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 UEOMOT history

LP08 UEO is a black petrol MINI first used on 12 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LP08 UEO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,822 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UEO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UEO was last recorded at 108,822 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,074 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
748 miles
Average per year
4,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,822 miles
  • 2024 – 108,074 miles
  • 2023 – 103,853 miles
  • 2022 – 97,406 miles
  • 2021 – 93,806 miles
  • 2020 – 89,354 miles
  • 2019 – 84,248 miles
  • 2018 – 79,275 miles
  • 2017 – 74,897 miles
  • 2016 – 70,751 miles
  • 2015 – 66,853 miles
  • 2014 – 62,645 miles
  • 2013 – 57,957 miles
  • 2012 – 51,715 miles
  • 2011 – 37,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,822 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,822 miles (+748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,822 miles
    Test number
    137782873109
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,074 miles (+4,221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,074 miles
    Test number
    782653942242
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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 + Has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,853 miles (+6,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,853 miles
    Test number
    983306294831
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,406 miles (+3,600)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    97,406 miles
    Test number
    981662973917
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass93,806 miles (+4,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,806 miles
    Test number
    416410818164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,354 miles (+5,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,354 miles
    Test number
    976070372986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,248 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,248 miles
    Test number
    720170126514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,156 miles (+4,881)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,156 miles
    Test number
    837566003037
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,275 miles
    Test number
    215113616482
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer second skin deterioating

  10. Fail79,275 miles (+4,378)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,275 miles
    Test number
    676079380134
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer second skin deterioating

  11. Pass74,897 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,897 miles
    Test number
    294177534772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail74,897 miles (+4,146)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,897 miles
    Test number
    624526053085
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass70,751 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,751 miles
    Test number
    706775590925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,853 miles (+4,208)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,853 miles
    Test number
    556252445196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,645 miles (+4,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    589327644149
    • 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)

  16. Pass57,957 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,957 miles
    Test number
    918139213177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,715 miles (+14,497)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    51,715 miles
    Test number
    315626802467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,218 miles
    Test number
    708782801287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,218 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,218 miles
    Test number
    735191901264
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leak present, around engine sump area.

Questions about LP08 UEO

Does LP08 UEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 UEO is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UEO?
The MOT on LP08 UEO is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 UEO done?
LP08 UEO was recorded at 108,822 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 4,943 miles a year.
Has LP08 UEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UEO has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LP08 UEO 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 UEO find?
LP08 UEO passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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