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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 MLOMOT history

LR08 MLO is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

LR08 MLO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
85,673 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LR08 MLO was last recorded at 85,673 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 1,457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,216 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,457 miles
Average per year
4,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,673 miles
  • 2025 – 84,216 miles
  • 2024 – 80,644 miles
  • 2023 – 76,555 miles
  • 2022 – 72,375 miles
  • 2021 – 68,258 miles
  • 2020 – 63,376 miles
  • 2019 – 59,311 miles
  • 2018 – 55,419 miles
  • 2017 – 49,830 miles
  • 2016 – 47,973 miles
  • 2015 – 44,509 miles
  • 2014 – 40,924 miles
  • 2013 – 37,577 miles
  • 2012 – 32,607 miles
  • 2011 – 25,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,673 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,673 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    85,673 miles
    Test number
    415800414234
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail85,673 miles (+1,457)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,673 miles
    Test number
    112682842211
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,216 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    84,216 miles
    Test number
    678218690630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,215 miles (+3,571)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,215 miles
    Test number
    529165334639
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,644 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    930957481596
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective lower mount torn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre dated 2009
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre dated 2009
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre dated 2014
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail80,644 miles (+4,089)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    343932482804
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective lower mount torn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre dated 2009
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre dated 2009
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre dated 2014
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,555 miles (+4,180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    268303264363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,375 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,375 miles
    Test number
    580649779966
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail72,375 miles (+4,117)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,375 miles
    Test number
    675752356738
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc signs of overheating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,258 miles (+4,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,258 miles
    Test number
    304198344367
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc signs of overheating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,376 miles (+4,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,376 miles
    Test number
    865307678879
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass59,311 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    59,311 miles
    Test number
    801289587059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rears rims slightly distorted, and been welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Fail59,258 miles (+3,839)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,258 miles
    Test number
    559997180713
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rears rims slightly distorted, and been welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass55,419 miles (+5,589)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,419 miles
    Test number
    762234660958
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass49,830 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,830 miles
    Test number
    441619492349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,973 miles (+3,464)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,973 miles
    Test number
    887278444888
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass44,509 miles (+3,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    44,509 miles
    Test number
    802494887684
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass40,924 miles (+3,347)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,924 miles
    Test number
    696171654209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass37,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,577 miles
    Test number
    379120463469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,577 miles (+4,970)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,577 miles
    Test number
    679330063278
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,607 miles (+6,835)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,607 miles
    Test number
    378379542408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,772 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,772 miles
    Test number
    439318941295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR08 MLO

Does LR08 MLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 MLO is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MLO?
The MOT on LR08 MLO is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 MLO done?
LR08 MLO was recorded at 85,673 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 4,031 miles a year.
Has LR08 MLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MLO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 MLO 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 MLO find?
LR08 MLO passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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