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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LR08 HYYMOT history

LR08 HYY is a black diesel MINI first used on 6 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 180,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

LR08 HYY black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Dec 2026
Mileage
180,031 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HYY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HYY was last recorded at 180,031 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 6,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,999 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,032 miles
Average per year
8,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,031 miles
  • 2024 – 173,999 miles
  • 2023 – 172,207 miles
  • 2022 – 168,162 miles
  • 2021 – 156,671 miles
  • 2020 – 137,833 miles
  • 2019 – 129,578 miles
  • 2018 – 123,904 miles
  • 2017 – 120,418 miles
  • 2016 – 107,433 miles
  • 2015 – 99,843 miles
  • 2014 – 93,985 miles
  • 2013 – 86,253 miles
  • 2012 – 76,442 miles
  • 2011 – 57,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,031 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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine undertray missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,031 miles (+6,032)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    180,031 miles
    Test number
    885147045798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass173,999 miles (+1,792)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    173,999 miles
    Test number
    743807459825
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass172,207 miles (+4,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    172,207 miles
    Test number
    474500791177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass168,162 miles (+11,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    168,162 miles
    Test number
    190231320342
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass156,671 miles (+18,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    156,671 miles
    Test number
    877652340589
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass137,833 miles (+8,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,833 miles
    Test number
    301218310296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass129,578 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,578 miles
    Test number
    137268558157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    123,904 miles
    Test number
    994274535129
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray missing

  9. Fail123,904 miles (+3,486)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,904 miles
    Test number
    218400078637
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire section missing around dpf (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray missing

  10. Pass120,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    120,418 miles
    Test number
    383216373327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,418 miles (+6,338)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,418 miles
    Test number
    659475479772
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass114,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    114,080 miles
    Test number
    691572603706
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail114,080 miles (+6,647)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,080 miles
    Test number
    799032597300
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass107,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,433 miles
    Test number
    850572999471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,433 miles (+7,590)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,433 miles
    Test number
    719290872539
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass99,843 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,843 miles
    Test number
    768675215005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,801 miles (+5,816)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,801 miles
    Test number
    208224315021
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass93,985 miles (+7,732)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,985 miles
    Test number
    327111934043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,253 miles (+9,811)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,253 miles
    Test number
    796247103050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,442 miles
    Test number
    617171132012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,442 miles (+18,900)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,442 miles
    Test number
    327180232097
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  22. Fail57,542 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,542 miles
    Test number
    207843161037
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass57,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,542 miles
    Test number
    649643161064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 HYY

Does LR08 HYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 HYY is valid until 30 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HYY?
The MOT on LR08 HYY is valid until 30 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 HYY done?
LR08 HYY was recorded at 180,031 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 8,288 miles a year.
Has LR08 HYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HYY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on LR08 HYY 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 HYY find?
LR08 HYY passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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