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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 HLHMOT history

LR08 HLH is a blue petrol MINI first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

LR08 HLH blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
127,667 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HLH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HLH was last recorded at 127,667 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 4,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,286 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,381 miles
Average per year
6,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,667 miles
  • 2025 – 123,286 miles
  • 2024 – 121,374 miles
  • 2023 – 117,621 miles
  • 2022 – 115,291 miles
  • 2021 – 112,608 miles
  • 2020 – 109,509 miles
  • 2019 – 105,745 miles
  • 2018 – 96,287 miles
  • 2017 – 82,699 miles
  • 2016 – 72,170 miles
  • 2015 – 61,642 miles
  • 2014 – 55,040 miles
  • 2013 – 52,935 miles
  • 2012 – 50,215 miles
  • 2011 – 49,066 miles
  • 2010 – 31,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,667 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,667 miles (+4,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    127,667 miles
    Test number
    648782104772
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass123,286 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,286 miles
    Test number
    971698734451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass121,374 miles (+3,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,374 miles
    Test number
    828193787593
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass117,621 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    117,621 miles
    Test number
    418647068479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,291 miles (+2,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,291 miles
    Test number
    650242726259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass112,608 miles (+3,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    505644040305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass109,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    109,509 miles
    Test number
    693361396291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,509 miles (+3,764)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,509 miles
    Test number
    115867420282
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass105,745 miles (+9,458)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,745 miles
    Test number
    278498137605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,287 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,287 miles
    Test number
    616799709257
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  11. Fail96,282 miles (+13,583)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,282 miles
    Test number
    193343617533
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  12. Pass82,699 miles (+10,529)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,699 miles
    Test number
    459236333901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,170 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,170 miles
    Test number
    146953557667
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components
  14. Fail72,170 miles (+10,528)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,170 miles
    Test number
    118275292788
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components
  15. Pass61,642 miles (+6,602)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,642 miles
    Test number
    706977595142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,040 miles
    Test number
    248898894154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,040 miles (+2,105)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,040 miles
    Test number
    337208694154
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass52,935 miles (+2,720)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,935 miles
    Test number
    567652573147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,215 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,215 miles
    Test number
    407017972195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,066 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,066 miles
    Test number
    587057421375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,380 miles (+13,297)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,380 miles
    Test number
    196381181118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,083 miles
    Test number
    141781580197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 HLH

Does LR08 HLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HLH is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HLH?
The MOT on LR08 HLH is valid until 16 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 HLH done?
LR08 HLH was recorded at 127,667 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 6,128 miles a year.
Has LR08 HLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HLH has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on LR08 HLH 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 HLH find?
LR08 HLH passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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