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Green · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 AFEMOT history

LR08 AFE is a green petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LR08 AFE green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,617 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 AFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 AFE was last recorded at 72,617 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,554 miles · 30 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
3,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,617 miles
  • 2025 – 72,554 miles
  • 2024 – 67,147 miles
  • 2023 – 62,416 miles
  • 2022 – 57,230 miles
  • 2020 – 52,646 miles
  • 2019 – 50,884 miles
  • 2018 – 38,934 miles
  • 2017 – 37,534 miles
  • 2016 – 35,934 miles
  • 2015 – 34,150 miles
  • 2014 – 29,523 miles
  • 2013 – 25,644 miles
  • 2011 – 20,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,617 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,617 miles (+63)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,617 miles
    Test number
    467099825738
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail72,554 miles (+2,750)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,554 miles
    Test number
    522552781825
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass69,804 miles (+2,657)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,804 miles
    Test number
    862599577237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,147 miles
    Test number
    268358083241
    • AdvisoryFront head lamps going dull

  5. Fail67,143 miles (+4,727)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,143 miles
    Test number
    775280110269
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront head lamps going dull

  6. Pass62,416 miles (+5,186)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,416 miles
    Test number
    324448839405
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light illuminated
    • AdvisoryUneven wear both rear tyres

  7. Pass57,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,230 miles
    Test number
    329578576488
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail57,230 miles (+4,584)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,230 miles
    Test number
    678044752324
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass52,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,646 miles
    Test number
    497891933694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,646 miles (+1,762)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,646 miles
    Test number
    679692814929
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass50,884 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    50,884 miles
    Test number
    810689355407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    47,513 miles
    Test number
    738174576826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail47,513 miles (+8,579)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,513 miles
    Test number
    735937619372
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass38,934 miles (+1,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,934 miles
    Test number
    844477095143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass37,534 miles (+1,600)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    37,534 miles
    Test number
    481107443211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,934 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    35,934 miles
    Test number
    843816634076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,150 miles
    Test number
    417335215128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,150 miles (+4,627)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,150 miles
    Test number
    186742715146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,523 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,523 miles
    Test number
    319867584078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,644 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,644 miles
    Test number
    927936213127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,104 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,104 miles
    Test number
    628309631383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,015 miles
    Test number
    865954671076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 AFE

Does LR08 AFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 AFE is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 AFE?
The MOT on LR08 AFE is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 AFE done?
LR08 AFE was recorded at 72,617 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 3,545 miles a year.
Has LR08 AFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 AFE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 AFE 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 LR08 AFE find?
LR08 AFE passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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