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Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 PBUMOT history

LP12 PBU is a red petrol MINI first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 74,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

LP12 PBU red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
74,721 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 PBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 PBU was last recorded at 74,721 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 1,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,746 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,975 miles
Average per year
5,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,721 miles
  • 2024 – 72,746 miles
  • 2023 – 66,447 miles
  • 2022 – 64,261 miles
  • 2021 – 62,288 miles
  • 2020 – 55,303 miles
  • 2019 – 44,173 miles
  • 2018 – 36,395 miles
  • 2017 – 28,048 miles
  • 2016 – 21,314 miles
  • 2015 – 16,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,721 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,721 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    74,721 miles
    Test number
    187301249724
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,746 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    72,746 miles
    Test number
    544522492403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail72,746 miles (+6,299)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,746 miles
    Test number
    385076948392
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass66,447 miles (+2,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    66,447 miles
    Test number
    232878044576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is not a runflat
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    603113024222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,261 miles (+1,973)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    660405092190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass62,288 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    62,288 miles
    Test number
    215979801475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,275 miles (+6,972)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,275 miles
    Test number
    592618053164
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass55,303 miles (+11,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,303 miles
    Test number
    276006156041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass44,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    44,173 miles
    Test number
    392593963252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail44,173 miles (+7,778)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,173 miles
    Test number
    101603231959
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass36,395 miles (+8,347)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    36,395 miles
    Test number
    592716910523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    28,048 miles
    Test number
    109019751612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail28,048 miles (+6,734)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,048 miles
    Test number
    123952829551
    • Repaired at testCentral Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass21,314 miles (+4,330)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    21,314 miles
    Test number
    274871421239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,984 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    16,984 miles
    Test number
    407423355139
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP12 PBU

Does LP12 PBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 PBU is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP12 PBU?
The MOT on LP12 PBU is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 PBU done?
LP12 PBU was recorded at 74,721 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 5,502 miles a year.
Has LP12 PBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 PBU has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 PBU 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 LP12 PBU find?
LP12 PBU passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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