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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 PCOMOT history

LR08 PCO is a black petrol MINI first used on 4 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

LR08 PCO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
83,563 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 PCO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 PCO was last recorded at 83,563 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 4,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,023 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,540 miles
Average per year
4,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,563 miles
  • 2024 – 79,023 miles
  • 2023 – 71,239 miles
  • 2022 – 69,145 miles
  • 2021 – 65,860 miles
  • 2020 – 64,338 miles
  • 2019 – 61,549 miles
  • 2018 – 54,748 miles
  • 2017 – 49,519 miles
  • 2016 – 44,781 miles
  • 2015 – 42,322 miles
  • 2014 – 37,007 miles
  • 2013 – 32,842 miles
  • 2012 – 26,283 miles
  • 2011 – 19,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,563 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,563 miles (+4,540)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,563 miles
    Test number
    806814620719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass79,023 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,023 miles
    Test number
    447589472631
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail78,953 miles (+7,714)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,953 miles
    Test number
    115460066245
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside front inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working Nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass71,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    71,239 miles
    Test number
    595997920971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail71,239 miles (+2,094)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,239 miles
    Test number
    293904799314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,145 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,145 miles
    Test number
    638967285088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,143 miles (+3,283)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,143 miles
    Test number
    978343234944
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass65,860 miles (+1,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,860 miles
    Test number
    216783583306
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass64,338 miles (+2,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,338 miles
    Test number
    907843174463
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Pass61,549 miles (+6,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,549 miles
    Test number
    289689003135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass54,748 miles (+5,229)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,748 miles
    Test number
    822407451382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass49,519 miles (+4,738)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,519 miles
    Test number
    613990904575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,781 miles (+2,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,781 miles
    Test number
    627712019856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  14. Fail42,322 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,322 miles
    Test number
    629207175072
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroding

  15. Pass42,322 miles (+5,315)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,322 miles
    Test number
    806827975000
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroding

  16. Pass37,007 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,007 miles
    Test number
    539153094096
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low and discs are worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread worn low on the outer edge and perishing in the grooves of the tread,cracks
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroding
    • NoteScrew in the o/s/r tyre tread

  17. Fail37,007 miles (+4,165)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,007 miles
    Test number
    815463594083
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low and discs are worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread worn low on the outer edge and perishing in the grooves of the tread,cracks
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroding
    • NoteScrew in the o/s/r tyre tread

  18. Pass32,842 miles (+6,559)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,842 miles
    Test number
    278718103427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,283 miles
    Test number
    949885492022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,280 miles (+7,108)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,280 miles
    Test number
    776945092034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass19,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,172 miles
    Test number
    949740191039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail19,168 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,168 miles
    Test number
    357920291033
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Questions about LR08 PCO

Does LR08 PCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 PCO is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 PCO?
The MOT on LR08 PCO is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 PCO done?
LR08 PCO was recorded at 83,563 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 4,414 miles a year.
Has LR08 PCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 PCO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 PCO 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 PCO find?
LR08 PCO passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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