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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LP08 WLAMOT history

LP08 WLA is a blue petrol MINI first used on 21 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LP08 WLA 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
124,795 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LP08 WLA was last recorded at 124,795 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 1,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,381 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1,414 miles
Average per year
5,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,795 miles
  • 2025 – 121,480 miles
  • 2024 – 119,826 miles
  • 2023 – 118,373 miles
  • 2022 – 116,075 miles
  • 2021 – 113,619 miles
  • 2020 – 111,861 miles
  • 2019 – 110,684 miles
  • 2018 – 103,177 miles
  • 2016 – 100,053 miles
  • 2015 – 92,759 miles
  • 2014 – 81,432 miles
  • 2013 – 66,520 miles
  • 2012 – 56,436 miles
  • 2011 – 40,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,795 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,795 miles (+1,414)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    124,795 miles
    Test number
    530542365195
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,381 miles (+1,901)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,381 miles
    Test number
    445094755355
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass121,480 miles (+1,654)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,480 miles
    Test number
    551755891163
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly on (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated

  4. Pass119,826 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,826 miles
    Test number
    264670918816
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking up slightly on sidewalls

  5. Fail119,826 miles (+1,453)1 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,826 miles
    Test number
    583374632018
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking up slightly on sidewalls

  6. Pass118,373 miles (+2,298)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,373 miles
    Test number
    305687813047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking up slightly in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking up slightly on sidewalls

  7. Pass116,075 miles (+2,456)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,075 miles
    Test number
    932326724518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass113,619 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,619 miles
    Test number
    535338698736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,861 miles
    Test number
    775194099388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,861 miles (+1,177)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,861 miles
    Test number
    810657554836
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  11. Pass110,684 miles (+651)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    110,684 miles
    Test number
    660622570851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,033 miles (+6,856)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,033 miles
    Test number
    349708995066
    • DangerousTyre warning pressure light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass103,177 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,177 miles
    Test number
    802767089559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,175 miles (+3,122)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,175 miles
    Test number
    634631303814
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  15. Pass100,053 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    320780527921
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear brake pads (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail100,050 miles (+7,291)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,050 miles
    Test number
    566999726126
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear brake pads (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass92,759 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,759 miles
    Test number
    965395425244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number cracked.

  18. Fail92,754 miles (+11,322)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,754 miles
    Test number
    488905825283
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number cracked.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

  19. Pass81,432 miles (+14,912)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,432 miles
    Test number
    859595724239
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass66,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,520 miles
    Test number
    818702533267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail66,519 miles (+10,083)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    305332533403
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine Management Light illuminated

  22. Pass56,436 miles (+15,924)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,436 miles
    Test number
    289719712248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass40,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    169273111278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 WLA

Does LP08 WLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 WLA is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 WLA?
The MOT on LP08 WLA 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 WLA done?
LP08 WLA was recorded at 124,795 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,557 miles a year.
Has LP08 WLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 WLA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 WLA 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 WLA find?
LP08 WLA passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside; stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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