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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 FCUMOT history

LR08 FCU is a grey petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

LR08 FCU grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
81,067 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LR08 FCU was last recorded at 81,067 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 3,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,973 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,094 miles
Average per year
3,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,067 miles
  • 2025 – 77,973 miles
  • 2024 – 72,820 miles
  • 2023 – 70,736 miles
  • 2022 – 67,971 miles
  • 2021 – 65,628 miles
  • 2020 – 62,369 miles
  • 2019 – 59,825 miles
  • 2018 – 55,814 miles
  • 2017 – 51,425 miles
  • 2016 – 46,930 miles
  • 2015 – 41,621 miles
  • 2014 – 36,415 miles
  • 2013 – 32,712 miles
  • 2012 – 28,183 miles
  • 2011 – 22,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,067 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,067 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    932460198912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail81,067 miles (+3,094)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,067 miles
    Test number
    412685027593
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    77,973 miles
    Test number
    260382788907
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sunframe and suspension arms/rear axle and springs/nearside front spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,973 miles (+5,153)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,973 miles
    Test number
    479348524613
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged large nail through tyre and sticking out of side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sunframe and suspension arms/rear axle and springs/nearside front spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,820 miles (+2,084)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,820 miles
    Test number
    725396755683
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside rear spring/offside front wishbone/front subframe/rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,736 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    299433928344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe/rear axle/nearside wishbone (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail70,736 miles (+2,765)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    170053756314
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe/rear axle/nearside wishbone (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass67,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,971 miles
    Test number
    696242360404
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both nearside and offside rear
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe/ rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail67,971 miles (+2,343)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,971 miles
    Test number
    504582300542
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both nearside and offside rear
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe/ rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,628 miles (+3,259)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,628 miles
    Test number
    272683016038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass62,369 miles (+2,544)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,369 miles
    Test number
    163259885827
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass59,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    59,825 miles
    Test number
    917310961249
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail59,825 miles (+4,011)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,825 miles
    Test number
    301229367506
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass55,814 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,814 miles
    Test number
    533658102665
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Fail55,814 miles (+4,389)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,814 miles
    Test number
    153782968757
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass51,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,425 miles
    Test number
    442820742373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,425 miles (+4,495)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,425 miles
    Test number
    233552884970
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass46,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,930 miles
    Test number
    410571737308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,930 miles (+5,309)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,930 miles
    Test number
    695480136866
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass41,621 miles (+5,206)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,621 miles
    Test number
    436328705206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,415 miles
    Test number
    739646994140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,415 miles (+3,703)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,415 miles
    Test number
    409096594132
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront wipers split but still clear the windscreen

  23. Fail32,712 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    109451913258
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass32,712 miles (+4,529)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    306011213425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,183 miles (+5,578)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,183 miles
    Test number
    969731602278
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  26. Pass22,605 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,605 miles
    Test number
    368443311432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,523 miles
    Test number
    188523851021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 FCU

Does LR08 FCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 FCU is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FCU?
The MOT on LR08 FCU is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 FCU done?
LR08 FCU was recorded at 81,067 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 3,821 miles a year.
Has LR08 FCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FCU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 FCU 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 FCU find?
LR08 FCU passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front road wheel slightly distorted inner rim; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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