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Green · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 PLFMOT history

LP12 PLF is a green petrol MINI first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 147,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2025.

LP12 PLF green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2026
Mileage
147,153 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 PLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 PLF was last recorded at 147,153 miles on 6 Feb 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,150 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
10,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,153 miles
  • 2024 – 142,560 miles
  • 2023 – 135,625 miles
  • 2022 – 125,119 miles
  • 2020 – 116,629 miles
  • 2019 – 108,209 miles
  • 2018 – 94,965 miles
  • 2017 – 73,795 miles
  • 2016 – 59,330 miles
  • 2015 – 48,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,153 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,153 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    147,153 miles
    Test number
    965586521612
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail147,150 miles (+4,590)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,150 miles
    Test number
    601850806495
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass142,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,560 miles
    Test number
    872214219738
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail142,560 miles (+6,935)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,560 miles
    Test number
    755829731896
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass135,625 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,625 miles
    Test number
    492944714268
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail135,621 miles (+10,502)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,621 miles
    Test number
    948021781134
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass125,119 miles (+8,490)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,119 miles
    Test number
    278772533145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,629 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,629 miles
    Test number
    798626352314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Fail116,624 miles (+8,415)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,624 miles
    Test number
    903539291995
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass108,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,209 miles
    Test number
    529988014721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,209 miles (+13,244)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,209 miles
    Test number
    442849069246
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  12. Pass94,965 miles (+21,170)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    474405453828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,795 miles (+14,465)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,795 miles
    Test number
    104209958020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,330 miles (+10,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,330 miles
    Test number
    449287465533
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers
  15. Pass48,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,340 miles
    Test number
    778909085193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LP12 PLF

Does LP12 PLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP12 PLF expired on 5 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP12 PLF?
The MOT on LP12 PLF expired on 5 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP12 PLF done?
LP12 PLF was recorded at 147,153 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2025, an average of 10,309 miles a year.
Has LP12 PLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 PLF has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 PLF 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 PLF find?
LP12 PLF passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes.

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