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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 GZJMOT history

LR08 GZJ is a grey petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 81,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LR08 GZJ grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,348 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GZJ
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 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 GZJ was last recorded at 81,348 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 1,984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,364 miles · 4 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,984 miles
Average per year
3,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,348 miles
  • 2021 – 79,364 miles
  • 2020 – 77,380 miles
  • 2019 – 71,577 miles
  • 2018 – 66,456 miles
  • 2017 – 58,486 miles
  • 2016 – 48,992 miles
  • 2015 – 45,282 miles
  • 2014 – 41,198 miles
  • 2012 – 25,282 miles
  • 2011 – 22,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,348 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE DUE TO NOT DRIVEN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE MISTY (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive MINOR (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE DUE TO NOT DRIVEN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySURFACE RUST ALL OVER THE CAR AND CAR COMPONENTS

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,348 miles (+1,984)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    248125928333
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE DUE TO NOT DRIVEN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDE MISTY (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive MINOR (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE DUE TO NOT DRIVEN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySURFACE RUST ALL OVER THE CAR AND CAR COMPONENTS

  2. Pass79,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,364 miles
    Test number
    359503814097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,364 miles (+1,984)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,364 miles
    Test number
    152076817881
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass77,380 miles (+5,803)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,380 miles
    Test number
    471714372198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,577 miles (+5,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    71,577 miles
    Test number
    696218430933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass66,456 miles (+7,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,456 miles
    Test number
    763565126263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass58,486 miles (+9,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,486 miles
    Test number
    362840625446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass48,992 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,992 miles
    Test number
    643314397198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake discs corroded

  9. Fail48,992 miles (+3,710)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,992 miles
    Test number
    170145232328
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake discs corroded

  10. Pass45,282 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,282 miles
    Test number
    606883165027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,198 miles (+15,916)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,198 miles
    Test number
    669675244081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,282 miles (+3,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,282 miles
    Test number
    876098362012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass22,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,156 miles
    Test number
    937821961046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 GZJ

Does LR08 GZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 GZJ is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GZJ?
The MOT on LR08 GZJ is valid until 7 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 GZJ done?
LR08 GZJ was recorded at 81,348 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 3,984 miles a year.
Has LR08 GZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GZJ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 GZJ 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 GZJ find?
LR08 GZJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: coolant leak; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side due to not driven; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side misty, and 3 more.

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