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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 UFBMOT history

LP08 UFB is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 78,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LP08 UFB black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,960 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 UFB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 UFB was last recorded at 78,960 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 2,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,205 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,755 miles
Average per year
3,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,960 miles
  • 2024 – 76,205 miles
  • 2016 – 71,232 miles
  • 2015 – 60,473 miles
  • 2014 – 46,247 miles
  • 2013 – 37,921 miles
  • 2012 – 35,115 miles
  • 2011 – 31,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,960 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both OSF and NSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both OSF and NSF (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Also slightly rough when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,960 miles (+2,755)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,960 miles
    Test number
    751939410632
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both OSF and NSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both OSF and NSF (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Also slightly rough when rotated (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  2. Pass76,205 miles (+4,973)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    864228161899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,232 miles (+10,759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,232 miles
    Test number
    940200429459
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  4. Pass60,473 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,473 miles
    Test number
    286381385495
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  5. Fail60,461 miles (+14,214)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,461 miles
    Test number
    286990385156
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine oil level below minimum
  6. Pass46,247 miles (+8,326)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,247 miles
    Test number
    165354184458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail37,921 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,921 miles
    Test number
    576363513131
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  8. Pass37,921 miles (+2,806)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,921 miles
    Test number
    859343313168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,115 miles
    Test number
    385335512241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,115 miles (+3,466)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,115 miles
    Test number
    605575912242
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  11. Pass31,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    31,649 miles
    Test number
    629308211279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,649 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,649 miles
    Test number
    687368211257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LP08 UFB

Does LP08 UFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 UFB is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 UFB?
The MOT on LP08 UFB is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 UFB done?
LP08 UFB was recorded at 78,960 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,225 miles a year.
Has LP08 UFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 UFB has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on LP08 UFB 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 UFB find?
LP08 UFB passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both osf and nsf; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both osf and nsf, and 3 more.

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