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Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 YLTMOT history

LR08 YLT is a red petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

LR08 YLT red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,240 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 YLT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 YLT was last recorded at 98,240 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 4,528 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,712 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,528 miles
Average per year
5,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,240 miles
  • 2023 – 87,734 miles
  • 2022 – 85,948 miles
  • 2021 – 85,322 miles
  • 2020 – 85,143 miles
  • 2019 – 80,099 miles
  • 2018 – 66,956 miles
  • 2017 – 61,740 miles
  • 2016 – 57,070 miles
  • 2015 – 51,616 miles
  • 2014 – 44,710 miles
  • 2013 – 34,810 miles
  • 2012 – 29,357 miles
  • 2011 – 20,678 miles
  • 2010 – 11,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,240 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front brake slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,240 miles (+4,528)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,240 miles
    Test number
    230549831986
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass93,712 miles (+5,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,712 miles
    Test number
    438925124466
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,734 miles (+1,786)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,734 miles
    Test number
    813611709411
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,948 miles
    Test number
    936603725751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,948 miles (+626)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,948 miles
    Test number
    766218521240
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass85,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,322 miles
    Test number
    561897302315
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Fail85,322 miles (+179)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,322 miles
    Test number
    936664255055
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  8. Pass85,143 miles (+5,044)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,143 miles
    Test number
    777314327663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,099 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,099 miles
    Test number
    897944825071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding

  10. Fail80,043 miles (+13,087)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,043 miles
    Test number
    937941332357
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding

  11. Pass66,956 miles (+5,216)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,956 miles
    Test number
    358213793845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,740 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,740 miles
    Test number
    654179329147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,070 miles (+5,454)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,070 miles
    Test number
    197009721178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% top bulb. (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% top bulb (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm. worn on the inner shoulder. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted.

  14. Fail51,616 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    275004985116
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight bind on N/S/R wheel
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass51,616 miles (+6,906)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    898444385173
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight bind on N/S/R wheel
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail44,710 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    168208364150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass44,710 miles (+9,900)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    837348864179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass34,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    448658593147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail34,810 miles (+5,453)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    287816193162
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,357 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,357 miles
    Test number
    886672442210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail29,357 miles (+8,679)2 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,357 miles
    Test number
    639182542277
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass20,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,678 miles
    Test number
    265168531209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,678 miles (+8,813)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,678 miles
    Test number
    746418431279
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  24. Pass11,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    11,865 miles
    Test number
    760003340281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 YLT

Does LR08 YLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 YLT is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 YLT?
The MOT on LR08 YLT is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 YLT done?
LR08 YLT was recorded at 98,240 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 5,651 miles a year.
Has LR08 YLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 YLT has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 YLT 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 YLT find?
LR08 YLT passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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