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Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP61 BWAMOT history

LP61 BWA is a blue petrol MINI first used on 28 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 73,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LP61 BWA blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,160 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 BWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 BWA was last recorded at 73,160 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,776 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
384 miles
Average per year
4,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,160 miles
  • 2025 – 72,776 miles
  • 2024 – 71,852 miles
  • 2023 – 70,302 miles
  • 2022 – 68,592 miles
  • 2021 – 67,344 miles
  • 2020 – 66,614 miles
  • 2019 – 61,957 miles
  • 2018 – 52,460 miles
  • 2017 – 45,859 miles
  • 2016 – 38,640 miles
  • 2015 – 31,209 miles
  • 2014 – 22,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,160 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,160 miles
    Test number
    373756213973
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,156 miles (+380)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,156 miles
    Test number
    688247423655
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,776 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,776 miles
    Test number
    222764808658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail72,775 miles (+923)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,775 miles
    Test number
    454003064831
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass71,852 miles (+1,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    71,852 miles
    Test number
    710249566631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,302 miles
    Test number
    538334142137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,301 miles (+1,709)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,301 miles
    Test number
    720449377722
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  8. Pass68,592 miles (+1,248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,592 miles
    Test number
    481226067503
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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))

  9. Pass67,344 miles (+730)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,344 miles
    Test number
    524044174450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight mist of oil sump area

  10. Pass66,614 miles (+4,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,614 miles
    Test number
    689881542795
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,957 miles (+9,497)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,957 miles
    Test number
    874365324411
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass52,460 miles (+6,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,460 miles
    Test number
    654265391027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall and in tread 175/65/15 H

  13. Pass45,859 miles (+7,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,859 miles
    Test number
    376176095260
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perishing

  14. Pass38,640 miles (+7,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    212176186897
    • AdvisoryCovers upper and lower prevent full vision .

  15. Pass31,209 miles (+8,854)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,209 miles
    Test number
    749649235221
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front liffting platform missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass22,355 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    22,355 miles
    Test number
    586841644248
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP61 BWA

Does LP61 BWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 BWA is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 BWA?
The MOT on LP61 BWA is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 BWA done?
LP61 BWA was recorded at 73,160 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,407 miles a year.
Has LP61 BWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 BWA has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 BWA 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 LP61 BWA find?
LP61 BWA passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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