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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

LR08 VBPMOT history

LR08 VBP is a blue petrol MINI first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

LR08 VBP blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2024
Mileage
109,462 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VBP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VBP was last recorded at 109,462 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,450 miles · 16 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,462 miles
  • 2022 – 109,450 miles
  • 2021 – 101,344 miles
  • 2020 – 96,684 miles
  • 2019 – 90,376 miles
  • 2018 – 81,140 miles
  • 2017 – 67,837 miles
  • 2016 – 65,664 miles
  • 2015 – 61,953 miles
  • 2014 – 53,794 miles
  • 2013 – 38,963 miles
  • 2012 – 27,027 miles
  • 2011 – 13,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,462 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle surface corrosion inc. suspension components
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTPMS illuminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Engine and under body covers

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Outer sill cover

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Outer sill cover

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,462 miles (+12)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,462 miles
    Test number
    696043313292
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle surface corrosion inc. suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS illuminated

  2. Fail109,450 miles (+8,106)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,450 miles
    Test number
    164526669588
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits .964 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits .360 at best - but spiking up to and just over .500 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits ~500 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion inc. suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS illuminated

  3. Pass101,344 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,344 miles
    Test number
    474130829101
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  4. Fail101,344 miles (+4,660)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,344 miles
    Test number
    347324213335
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  5. Pass96,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,684 miles
    Test number
    743015077936
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers
    • AdvisoryTpm warning light on

  6. Fail96,684 miles (+6,308)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,684 miles
    Test number
    968568487906
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers
    • AdvisoryTpm warning light on

  7. Pass90,376 miles (+9,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,376 miles
    Test number
    324050723846
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers

  8. Pass81,140 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,140 miles
    Test number
    785719649996
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers

  9. Fail81,140 miles (+727)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,140 miles
    Test number
    296067227854
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers

  10. Pass80,413 miles (+12,576)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,413 miles
    Test number
    376839504568
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass67,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,837 miles
    Test number
    965183964601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,837 miles (+448)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,837 miles
    Test number
    636575842675
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass67,389 miles (+1,725)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,389 miles
    Test number
    695195302482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,664 miles (+3,711)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,664 miles
    Test number
    379682899131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,953 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    283662943937
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm on edges + damage to sidewall (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail61,777 miles (+7,983)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,777 miles
    Test number
    258997101064
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper stone chip in corner of windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail53,794 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,794 miles
    Test number
    345251544478
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass53,794 miles (+14,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,794 miles
    Test number
    929031144292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass38,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    866402613244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail38,963 miles (+11,936)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    786142713283
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre warning lamp on

  21. Pass27,027 miles (+13,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,027 miles
    Test number
    326082922275
    • 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)

  22. Pass13,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    13,514 miles
    Test number
    246276311215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VBP

Does LR08 VBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VBP expired on 31 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VBP?
The MOT on LR08 VBP expired on 31 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VBP done?
LR08 VBP was recorded at 109,462 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 8,346 miles a year.
Has LR08 VBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VBP has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 VBP 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 VBP find?
LR08 VBP passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; general under vehicle surface corrosion inc. suspension components, and 3 more.

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