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Blue and Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LR08 PCVMOT history

LR08 PCV is a blue and black petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

LR08 PCV blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2026
Mileage
90,977 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 PCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 PCV was last recorded at 90,977 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 2,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,045 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,932 miles
Average per year
2,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,977 miles
  • 2025 – 88,045 miles
  • 2024 – 85,661 miles
  • 2023 – 83,451 miles
  • 2022 – 81,415 miles
  • 2021 – 79,450 miles
  • 2020 – 76,760 miles
  • 2019 – 73,804 miles
  • 2018 – 72,360 miles
  • 2017 – 69,749 miles
  • 2016 – 67,135 miles
  • 2015 – 63,043 miles
  • 2014 – 54,332 miles
  • 2013 – 52,995 miles
  • 2012 – 50,946 miles
  • 2011 – 47,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,977 miles
  • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryMil light on

What MOT failures 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.

  • All front and rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside front brake binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail90,977 miles (+2,932)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,977 miles
    Test number
    362658973188
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light on

  2. Pass88,045 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,045 miles
    Test number
    204861182851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,661 miles (+2,210)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,661 miles
    Test number
    987401273490
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass83,451 miles (+2,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,451 miles
    Test number
    780565705384
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,415 miles (+1,965)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    320932616873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,450 miles (+2,690)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,450 miles
    Test number
    536308664670
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device perished
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass76,760 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,760 miles
    Test number
    777489079581
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components corroded

  8. Fail76,746 miles (+2,942)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,746 miles
    Test number
    182228461293
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake has some travel

  9. Pass73,804 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,804 miles
    Test number
    749139898314
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  10. Fail73,804 miles (+1,444)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,804 miles
    Test number
    691924366837
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  11. Pass72,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,360 miles
    Test number
    157266592746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake binding

  12. Fail72,360 miles (+2,611)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,360 miles
    Test number
    606634664687
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake binding

  13. Pass69,749 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,749 miles
    Test number
    168533598499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,135 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,135 miles
    Test number
    310928679366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,043 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,043 miles
    Test number
    266842184654
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass63,012 miles (+8,680)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,012 miles
    Test number
    419564806320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,332 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,332 miles
    Test number
    218658184403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,311 miles (+1,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,311 miles
    Test number
    179733744142
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass52,995 miles (+2,049)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,995 miles
    Test number
    245280783186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteWipers in poor condition

  20. Pass50,946 miles (+3,734)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,946 miles
    Test number
    438965772100
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteFront pads 4mm approx
    • NoteTyre presure light on

  21. Pass47,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,212 miles
    Test number
    455885251113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 PCV

Does LR08 PCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 PCV expired on 19 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 PCV?
The MOT on LR08 PCV expired on 19 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 PCV done?
LR08 PCV was recorded at 90,977 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 2,864 miles a year.
Has LR08 PCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 PCV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 PCV 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 PCV find?
LR08 PCV failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 5 more.

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