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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR09 GCZMOT history

LR09 GCZ is a black petrol MINI first used on 30 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LR09 GCZ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
103,288 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 GCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 GCZ was last recorded at 103,288 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,419 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
869 miles
Average per year
6,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,288 miles
  • 2023 – 97,114 miles
  • 2022 – 91,797 miles
  • 2021 – 86,881 miles
  • 2020 – 81,909 miles
  • 2019 – 77,602 miles
  • 2018 – 71,098 miles
  • 2017 – 64,191 miles
  • 2016 – 62,422 miles
  • 2015 – 58,632 miles
  • 2014 – 47,083 miles
  • 2013 – 32,773 miles
  • 2012 – 19,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,288 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,288 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    103,288 miles
    Test number
    375591229579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,419 miles (+5,305)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    102,419 miles
    Test number
    540081726560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,114 miles (+5,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,114 miles
    Test number
    585590007560
    • AdvisoryEngine noise
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass91,797 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,797 miles
    Test number
    467143322930
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail91,797 miles (+4,916)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,797 miles
    Test number
    998210047817
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass86,881 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    86,881 miles
    Test number
    555476048800
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items.

  7. Fail86,881 miles (+4,972)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,881 miles
    Test number
    141298729719
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items.

  8. Pass81,909 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,909 miles
    Test number
    845080034923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail81,909 miles (+4,307)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,909 miles
    Test number
    114856474192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass77,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,602 miles
    Test number
    937315012890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail77,602 miles (+6,504)1 dangerous5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,602 miles
    Test number
    591820874673
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested no oil (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre valve cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level minimum

  12. Pass71,098 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,098 miles
    Test number
    599873953077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight inner edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight inner edge wear.

  13. Fail71,098 miles (+93)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,098 miles
    Test number
    600452296639
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight inner edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight inner edge wear.

  14. Fail71,005 miles (+6,814)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,005 miles
    Test number
    314898154850
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass64,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,191 miles
    Test number
    537696023067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,191 miles (+1,769)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,191 miles
    Test number
    230115195768
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  17. Pass62,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    277309245230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,422 miles (+3,790)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    231139651153
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass58,632 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,632 miles
    Test number
    288744165027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,623 miles (+11,540)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    896453465051
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass47,083 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,083 miles
    Test number
    158986374070
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre feathering inner edge

  22. Fail47,083 miles (+14,310)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,083 miles
    Test number
    166936074004
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre feathering inner edge

  23. Pass32,773 miles (+13,083)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,773 miles
    Test number
    195145383027
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  24. Pass19,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,690 miles
    Test number
    849576972034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR09 GCZ

Does LR09 GCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 GCZ is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR09 GCZ?
The MOT on LR09 GCZ is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 GCZ done?
LR09 GCZ was recorded at 103,288 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 6,087 miles a year.
Has LR09 GCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 GCZ has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LR09 GCZ 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 LR09 GCZ find?
LR09 GCZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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