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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LR08 HYGMOT history

LR08 HYG is a black petrol MINI first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LR08 HYG black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
57,205 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HYG was last recorded at 57,205 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,158 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
2,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,205 miles
  • 2025 – 56,627 miles
  • 2024 – 56,512 miles
  • 2023 – 55,784 miles
  • 2022 – 55,175 miles
  • 2021 – 50,337 miles
  • 2019 – 46,989 miles
  • 2018 – 40,537 miles
  • 2017 – 36,001 miles
  • 2016 – 33,122 miles
  • 2015 – 29,914 miles
  • 2014 – 27,280 miles
  • 2013 – 24,330 miles
  • 2012 – 20,443 miles
  • 2011 – 14,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,205 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,205 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    57,205 miles
    Test number
    216794177471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail57,158 miles (+531)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    322209139690
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass56,627 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    56,627 miles
    Test number
    116925996398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail56,512 miles (+728)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,512 miles
    Test number
    982082308613
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal heavily cracked and perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonnet damage

  5. Pass55,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    55,784 miles
    Test number
    313435938197
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail55,784 miles (+609)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,784 miles
    Test number
    949419397249
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Leaking on to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass55,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    843559368331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,175 miles (+644)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    559160164311
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail54,531 miles (+4,194)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,531 miles
    Test number
    267147845691
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass50,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    50,337 miles
    Test number
    760717495738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail50,337 miles (+3,348)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,337 miles
    Test number
    727613132701
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass46,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,989 miles
    Test number
    118493509020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,989 miles (+6,452)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,989 miles
    Test number
    548599022189
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass40,537 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    40,537 miles
    Test number
    562794195820
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGED BUT STILL VISIBLE (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALSO CRACKING BETWEEN TREAD NOT DEEP BENOUGH TO REACH INTERNAL STRUCTURE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALSO CRACKING BETWEEN TREAD NOT DEEP BENOUGH TO REACH INTERNAL STRUCTURE (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail40,536 miles (+4,535)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,536 miles
    Test number
    354138915180
    • DangerousENGINE OIL LEVEL AND WATER LEVEL LOW
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen INCORRECT BEAM PATTERN POSSIBLE BULB INCORRECTLY FITTED (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread DAMAGED BUT STILL VISIBLE (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test AIR FRESHENER
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALSO CRACKING BETWEEN TREAD NOT DEEP BENOUGH TO REACH INTERNAL STRUCTURE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALSO CRACKING BETWEEN TREAD NOT DEEP BENOUGH TO REACH INTERNAL STRUCTURE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTYRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ILUMINATED BUT PRE 2012 VEHICLE

  16. Pass36,001 miles (+2,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,001 miles
    Test number
    276573910945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre Perishing Center

  17. Pass33,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    33,122 miles
    Test number
    698503377600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,122 miles (+3,208)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,122 miles
    Test number
    602165737197
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass29,914 miles (+2,634)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,914 miles
    Test number
    438845565077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,280 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    27,280 miles
    Test number
    479536664028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,330 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,330 miles
    Test number
    158765263078
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass24,330 miles (+3,887)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    24,330 miles
    Test number
    825385763023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,443 miles
    Test number
    126366162409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail20,443 miles (+5,877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,443 miles
    Test number
    449636662008
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass14,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,566 miles
    Test number
    825973041052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 HYG

Does LR08 HYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HYG is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HYG?
The MOT on LR08 HYG is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 HYG done?
LR08 HYG was recorded at 57,205 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 2,825 miles a year.
Has LR08 HYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HYG has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 HYG 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 HYG find?
LR08 HYG passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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