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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 MKZMOT history

LR08 MKZ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 13 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

LR08 MKZ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2026
Mileage
89,699 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MKZ was last recorded at 89,699 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,662 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
4,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,699 miles
  • 2024 – 83,437 miles
  • 2023 – 74,568 miles
  • 2022 – 70,848 miles
  • 2021 – 70,141 miles
  • 2019 – 68,330 miles
  • 2018 – 60,555 miles
  • 2017 – 50,778 miles
  • 2016 – 48,916 miles
  • 2015 – 47,216 miles
  • 2014 – 44,759 miles
  • 2013 – 36,987 miles
  • 2012 – 28,349 miles
  • 2011 – 19,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,699 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,699 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    337532287934
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,662 miles (+98)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,662 miles
    Test number
    824141851989
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail89,564 miles (+6,127)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,564 miles
    Test number
    212422211052
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass83,437 miles (+8,869)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,437 miles
    Test number
    800235989606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,568 miles (+3,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    74,568 miles
    Test number
    397258432830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,848 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,848 miles
    Test number
    497090927355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,835 miles (+694)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,835 miles
    Test number
    552368257038
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass70,141 miles (+1,811)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    70,141 miles
    Test number
    961921453837
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated offside rear brake pad sensor broken (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge * strong advisory * (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge * strong advisory * (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear upper sidelight not working

  9. Pass68,330 miles (+7,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,330 miles
    Test number
    300406492006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,555 miles (+9,777)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,555 miles
    Test number
    635751427022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,778 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    685963002849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber top mount slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber top mount slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  12. Fail50,778 miles (+462)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    558780371529
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber top mount slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber top mount slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  13. Pass50,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,316 miles
    Test number
    807041088701
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail50,316 miles (+1,400)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,316 miles
    Test number
    174851827544
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass48,916 miles (+1,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,916 miles
    Test number
    736239987826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass47,216 miles (+2,457)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,216 miles
    Test number
    836035505186
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 2/3 worn.

  17. Fail44,759 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,759 miles
    Test number
    208927904186
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass44,759 miles (+7,772)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,759 miles
    Test number
    985497804169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,987 miles
    Test number
    496975843098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,971 miles (+8,622)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,971 miles
    Test number
    547175443097
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass28,349 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,349 miles
    Test number
    478346442079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,113 miles
    Test number
    269753351047
    • 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 MKZ

Does LR08 MKZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 MKZ expired on 10 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MKZ?
The MOT on LR08 MKZ expired on 10 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 MKZ done?
LR08 MKZ was recorded at 89,699 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 4,879 miles a year.
Has LR08 MKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MKZ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 MKZ 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 MKZ find?
LR08 MKZ passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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