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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 DFOMOT history

LR08 DFO is a black petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

LR08 DFO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,849 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DFO was last recorded at 122,849 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 1,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,106 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,743 miles
Average per year
6,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,849 miles
  • 2025 – 121,106 miles
  • 2024 – 118,299 miles
  • 2023 – 112,519 miles
  • 2021 – 103,714 miles
  • 2020 – 96,330 miles
  • 2019 – 90,252 miles
  • 2018 – 82,644 miles
  • 2017 – 74,730 miles
  • 2016 – 69,477 miles
  • 2015 – 48,825 miles
  • 2014 – 34,225 miles
  • 2013 – 29,456 miles
  • 2012 – 24,303 miles
  • 2011 – 21,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,849 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear subframe corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Child seat fitted offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,849 miles (+1,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,849 miles
    Test number
    756388145645
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,106 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,106 miles
    Test number
    640153894068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  3. Fail121,105 miles (+2,806)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,105 miles
    Test number
    655480209522
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken lower coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  4. Pass118,299 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,299 miles
    Test number
    571396931943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail118,294 miles (+5,775)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,294 miles
    Test number
    398252638424
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass112,519 miles (+8,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,519 miles
    Test number
    207834495004
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass103,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,714 miles
    Test number
    339200150342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail103,714 miles (+7,384)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,714 miles
    Test number
    624479298045
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass96,330 miles (+6,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,330 miles
    Test number
    422934174493
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass90,252 miles (+7,608)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,252 miles
    Test number
    566952507380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted offside rear
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding

  11. Pass82,644 miles (+7,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    82,644 miles
    Test number
    347549683148
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted offside rear

  12. Pass74,730 miles (+5,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,730 miles
    Test number
    322518639478
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryChild seat base fitted to offside rear
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear

  13. Pass69,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,477 miles
    Test number
    378935641899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,477 miles (+4,497)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,477 miles
    Test number
    360521378775
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass64,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,980 miles
    Test number
    641160903534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,980 miles (+16,155)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,980 miles
    Test number
    662709878148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass48,825 miles (+14,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,825 miles
    Test number
    946999805221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass34,225 miles (+4,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,225 miles
    Test number
    349817324261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass29,456 miles (+5,153)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,456 miles
    Test number
    875142143254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    24,303 miles
    Test number
    697105532389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,303 miles (+610)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,303 miles
    Test number
    806925632355
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass23,693 miles (+2,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,693 miles
    Test number
    625489172091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass21,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,194 miles
    Test number
    725214781018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 DFO

Does LR08 DFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 DFO is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DFO?
The MOT on LR08 DFO is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 DFO done?
LR08 DFO was recorded at 122,849 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 6,787 miles a year.
Has LR08 DFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DFO has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 DFO 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 DFO find?
LR08 DFO passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; oil leak, but not excessive.

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