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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 AFZMOT history

LR08 AFZ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 6 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LR08 AFZ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
113,486 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 AFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 AFZ was last recorded at 113,486 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,484 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,486 miles
  • 2025 – 104,789 miles
  • 2024 – 92,764 miles
  • 2023 – 78,898 miles
  • 2022 – 71,775 miles
  • 2021 – 71,128 miles
  • 2020 – 70,568 miles
  • 2019 – 69,130 miles
  • 2018 – 61,147 miles
  • 2017 – 51,873 miles
  • 2016 – 46,368 miles
  • 2015 – 42,457 miles
  • 2014 – 36,520 miles
  • 2013 – 31,614 miles
  • 2012 – 29,278 miles
  • 2011 – 20,259 miles
  • 2010 – 13,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,486 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe seepingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,486 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    113,486 miles
    Test number
    319154376865
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe seeping
  2. Fail113,484 miles (+8,695)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,484 miles
    Test number
    502280587173
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe seeping
  3. Pass104,789 miles (+12,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,789 miles
    Test number
    231497009452
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass92,764 miles (+4,608)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,764 miles
    Test number
    115637780505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,156 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    234609304379
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail88,154 miles (+9,256)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,154 miles
    Test number
    565134346292
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass78,898 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,898 miles
    Test number
    487004640124
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail78,898 miles (+7,123)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,898 miles
    Test number
    590985015530
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass71,775 miles (+647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,775 miles
    Test number
    404315998498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  10. Pass71,128 miles (+560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,128 miles
    Test number
    392484170859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass70,568 miles (+1,438)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,568 miles
    Test number
    865758124714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,130 miles (+7,983)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,130 miles
    Test number
    472920152901
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass61,147 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,147 miles
    Test number
    948430422835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Fail61,147 miles (+9,274)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,147 miles
    Test number
    488877281366
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass51,873 miles (+5,505)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,873 miles
    Test number
    750035852267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    805396714869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,368 miles (+3,911)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    765269146578
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass42,457 miles (+5,937)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    395336825093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,520 miles (+4,906)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,520 miles
    Test number
    106902444057
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass31,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,614 miles
    Test number
    108284543489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,614 miles (+2,336)8 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,614 miles
    Test number
    176534843469
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass29,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,278 miles
    Test number
    646047182277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,278 miles (+9,019)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,278 miles
    Test number
    268286382247
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  24. Pass20,259 miles (+7,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    20,259 miles
    Test number
    536554881267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass13,088 miles (+7,211)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    13,088 miles
    Test number
    700626080230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass5,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    5,877 miles
    Test number
    743580610176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 AFZ

Does LR08 AFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 AFZ is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 AFZ?
The MOT on LR08 AFZ is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 AFZ done?
LR08 AFZ was recorded at 113,486 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 6,537 miles a year.
Has LR08 AFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 AFZ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 AFZ 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 AFZ find?
LR08 AFZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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