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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 MKVMOT history

LR08 MKV is a red petrol MINI first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 63,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

LR08 MKV red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
63,219 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MKV was last recorded at 63,219 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 2,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,121 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,098 miles
Average per year
3,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,219 miles
  • 2025 – 61,121 miles
  • 2024 – 58,163 miles
  • 2023 – 58,136 miles
  • 2022 – 53,914 miles
  • 2021 – 50,826 miles
  • 2020 – 46,715 miles
  • 2019 – 42,539 miles
  • 2018 – 40,531 miles
  • 2017 – 39,003 miles
  • 2016 – 33,609 miles
  • 2015 – 26,596 miles
  • 2014 – 22,331 miles
  • 2013 – 18,646 miles
  • 2012 – 16,934 miles
  • 2011 – 15,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,219 miles
  • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

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 exhaust box is corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Screen is chipped

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Outer Sill covers fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass63,219 miles (+2,098)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    63,219 miles
    Test number
    890081178639
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  2. Pass61,121 miles (+2,958)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    61,121 miles
    Test number
    473989406705
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass58,163 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    58,163 miles
    Test number
    855616135060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail58,161 miles (+25)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,161 miles
    Test number
    198579389908
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail58,136 miles (+4,222)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,136 miles
    Test number
    765202514570
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass53,914 miles (+3,088)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,914 miles
    Test number
    872816901989
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeader tank is empty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt does not retract fully or correctly
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded, holed and blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light is on

  7. Pass50,826 miles (+4,111)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,826 miles
    Test number
    882322050628
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,715 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,715 miles
    Test number
    650006702985
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded

  9. Fail46,715 miles (+4,176)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,715 miles
    Test number
    614079704682
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel is high
    • AdvisoryHeader tank level is low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded

  10. Pass42,539 miles (+2,008)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,539 miles
    Test number
    179021070067
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped

  11. Pass40,531 miles (+1,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,531 miles
    Test number
    301288004543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect leaking oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped

  12. Pass39,003 miles (+5,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    39,003 miles
    Test number
    881697508693
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin is corroded and peeling
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped

  13. Pass33,609 miles (+7,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    33,609 miles
    Test number
    693360779376
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres wearing on inner treads and cracks in outer treads.
    • AdvisoryOffside front Tyre wearing on inner and outer treads.
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  14. Pass26,596 miles (+4,265)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    26,596 miles
    Test number
    571092183774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear Tyres wearing on inner treads.
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass22,331 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    22,331 miles
    Test number
    646652134355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    18,646 miles
    Test number
    367676553231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail18,645 miles (+1,711)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,645 miles
    Test number
    849066053287
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass16,934 miles (+1,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    16,934 miles
    Test number
    637172832351
    • 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)

  19. Pass15,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    15,411 miles
    Test number
    457117921308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MKV

Does LR08 MKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 MKV is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MKV?
The MOT on LR08 MKV is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 MKV done?
LR08 MKV was recorded at 63,219 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 3,284 miles a year.
Has LR08 MKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MKV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 MKV 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 MKV find?
LR08 MKV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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