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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 YMJMOT history

LP08 YMJ is a white petrol MINI first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

LP08 YMJ white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
91,728 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 YMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LP08 YMJ was last recorded at 91,728 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,957 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
771 miles
Average per year
4,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,728 miles
  • 2025 – 90,957 miles
  • 2023 – 90,266 miles
  • 2022 – 81,818 miles
  • 2021 – 73,952 miles
  • 2020 – 72,074 miles
  • 2019 – 68,160 miles
  • 2018 – 62,467 miles
  • 2017 – 57,504 miles
  • 2016 – 53,884 miles
  • 2015 – 49,088 miles
  • 2014 – 48,876 miles
  • 2013 – 44,225 miles
  • 2012 – 35,675 miles
  • 2011 – 25,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,728 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Ex smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Boot lock handle poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,728 miles (+771)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,728 miles
    Test number
    902571545011
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Ex smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    90,957 miles
    Test number
    357982895936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,957 miles (+691)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,957 miles
    Test number
    861730204610
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail90,266 miles (+8,448)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,266 miles
    Test number
    651741029067
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass81,818 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,818 miles
    Test number
    450330292660
    • AdvisoryBoot lock handle poor condition

  6. Fail81,811 miles (+4,791)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,811 miles
    Test number
    802790907752
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoot lock handle poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass77,020 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    77,020 miles
    Test number
    234899952809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Fail77,013 miles (+3,061)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,013 miles
    Test number
    421537104739
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass73,952 miles (+1,878)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,952 miles
    Test number
    919057873674
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass72,074 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,074 miles
    Test number
    464298976375
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail72,074 miles (+3,914)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,074 miles
    Test number
    563120962239
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass68,160 miles (+5,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,160 miles
    Test number
    906763027239
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass62,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,467 miles
    Test number
    868154387677
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  14. Fail62,467 miles (+4,963)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,467 miles
    Test number
    324727891441
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  15. Pass57,504 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,504 miles
    Test number
    850010268464
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

  16. Fail57,504 miles (+3,620)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,504 miles
    Test number
    869971523006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

  17. Pass53,884 miles (+4,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,884 miles
    Test number
    291718040639
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  18. Pass49,088 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,088 miles
    Test number
    156438635041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,876 miles
    Test number
    747718154282
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail48,876 miles (+4,651)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,876 miles
    Test number
    338445154216
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass44,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,225 miles
    Test number
    645086903296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,225 miles (+8,550)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,225 miles
    Test number
    836136303298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass35,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,675 miles
    Test number
    768865492140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail35,674 miles (+9,986)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,674 miles
    Test number
    796765792138
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass25,688 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,688 miles
    Test number
    377714311424
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LP08 YMJ

Does LP08 YMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 YMJ expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 YMJ?
The MOT on LP08 YMJ expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 YMJ done?
LP08 YMJ was recorded at 91,728 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,492 miles a year.
Has LP08 YMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 YMJ has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 YMJ 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 YMJ find?
LP08 YMJ failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 major defect, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed ex smoke; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy, and 3 more.

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