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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 HZFMOT history

LR08 HZF is a blue petrol MINI first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2024.

LR08 HZF blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2025
Mileage
117,418 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 HZF
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 expired on 18 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 HZF was last recorded at 117,418 miles on 17 Sept 2024, 11,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,819 miles · 19 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
11,599 miles
Average per year
6,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,418 miles
  • 2023 – 105,819 miles
  • 2022 – 100,148 miles
  • 2021 – 95,166 miles
  • 2020 – 92,304 miles
  • 2019 – 88,928 miles
  • 2018 – 85,034 miles
  • 2017 – 70,661 miles
  • 2016 – 53,754 miles
  • 2015 – 52,117 miles
  • 2014 – 48,926 miles
  • 2013 – 44,716 miles
  • 2012 – 37,674 miles
  • 2011 – 34,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,418 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,418 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,418 miles
    Test number
    761212323098
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail117,418 miles (+11,599)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,418 miles
    Test number
    884451001443
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass105,819 miles (+85)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,819 miles
    Test number
    972577114476
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine burning oil
  4. Fail105,734 miles (+5,586)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    339897942424
    • MajorBody insecure under exhaust covers (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits co high. cat convertor fault (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine burning oil
  5. Pass100,148 miles (+4,982)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,148 miles
    Test number
    538249991099
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass95,166 miles (+2,862)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    95,166 miles
    Test number
    324528812283
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass92,304 miles (+3,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,304 miles
    Test number
    154793370616
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass88,928 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,928 miles
    Test number
    501544757581
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail88,895 miles (+3,861)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,895 miles
    Test number
    960430431194
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsr brake pad wear sensor incorrectly fitted
  10. Pass85,034 miles (+14,373)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,034 miles
    Test number
    736754787446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,661 miles
    Test number
    882536465418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,661 miles (+4,367)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,661 miles
    Test number
    802332223078
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass66,294 miles (+12,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,294 miles
    Test number
    486506198908
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass53,754 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,754 miles
    Test number
    724019892275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,117 miles (+3,191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,117 miles
    Test number
    639594675169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,926 miles (+4,210)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,926 miles
    Test number
    325727774105
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass44,716 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,716 miles
    Test number
    496038573188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs rusty
  18. Fail44,709 miles (+3,618)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,709 miles
    Test number
    785435373186
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs rusty
  19. Pass41,091 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,091 miles
    Test number
    578041453045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,086 miles (+3,412)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,086 miles
    Test number
    487245043018
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail37,674 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,674 miles
    Test number
    167722572476
    • Repaired at testNearside 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)
  22. Pass37,674 miles (+3,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,674 miles
    Test number
    286552372026
    • 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. Pass34,153 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,153 miles
    Test number
    536636471023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,817 miles
    Test number
    779775931010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 HZF

Does LR08 HZF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 HZF expired on 18 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 HZF?
The MOT on LR08 HZF expired on 18 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 HZF done?
LR08 HZF was recorded at 117,418 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2024, an average of 6,139 miles a year.
Has LR08 HZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 HZF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 HZF 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 HZF find?
LR08 HZF passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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