MINI logo

MINI

Green · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR09 XRLMOT history

LR09 XRL is a green petrol MINI first used on 24 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

LR09 XRL green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2026
Mileage
109,301 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,373 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR09 XRL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 XRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR09 XRL was last recorded at 109,301 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,280 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,301 miles
  • 2025 – 107,212 miles
  • 2024 – 102,273 miles
  • 2023 – 97,274 miles
  • 2022 – 86,596 miles
  • 2021 – 81,217 miles
  • 2020 – 74,369 miles
  • 2019 – 71,197 miles
  • 2018 – 62,911 miles
  • 2017 – 55,437 miles
  • 2016 – 46,456 miles
  • 2015 – 39,892 miles
  • 2014 – 32,618 miles
  • 2013 – 26,956 miles
  • 2012 – 19,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,301 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBlue smoke from engine
  • AdvisoryBoth sides rea brakes are binding
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to undersideRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition/corroding , the flexi section is also leaking
  • AdvisoryHead lamp lenses are deteriorating
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs are in poor condition
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding
  • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted (sealing type)

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/r16-87h RunFlat

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Slight oil leak under vehicle.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front and rear brake discs are worn/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front registration plate damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Heat shields rattling

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,301 miles (+21)8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,301 miles
    Test number
    633358762441
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBlue smoke from engine
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rea brakes are binding
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition/corroding , the flexi section is also leaking
    • AdvisoryHead lamp lenses are deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted (sealing type)

  2. Fail109,280 miles (+2,068)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,280 miles
    Test number
    202019788867
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,212 miles (+4,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    107,212 miles
    Test number
    186366426103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  4. Pass102,273 miles (+342)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    102,273 miles
    Test number
    407387141755
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are worn/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryHeat shields rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar drop bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisorySlight front brake imbalance
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes and gaiters are worn/perished
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  5. Fail101,931 miles (+4,657)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,931 miles
    Test number
    427005643272
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective temporary non sealing fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are worn/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryHeat shields rattling
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar drop bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisorySlight front brake imbalance
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes and gaiters are worn/perished
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  6. Pass97,274 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    97,274 miles
    Test number
    202976142137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail97,232 miles (+10,636)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    669474793319
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,596 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,596 miles
    Test number
    672972505995
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/r16-87h RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under vehicle.

  9. Fail86,596 miles (+5,379)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,596 miles
    Test number
    839794220985
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/r16-87h RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under vehicle.

  10. Pass81,217 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,217 miles
    Test number
    968858800833
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/r16-87h RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under vehicle.

  11. Fail81,201 miles (+6,832)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,201 miles
    Test number
    977742905666
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/55/r16-87h RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/55/r16-87h RunFlat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak under vehicle.

  12. Pass74,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,369 miles
    Test number
    408356880934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,369 miles (+3,172)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,369 miles
    Test number
    299121582504
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass71,197 miles (+8,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    71,197 miles
    Test number
    250334582354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass62,911 miles (+7,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,911 miles
    Test number
    545914279217
    • 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))

  16. Pass55,437 miles (+8,981)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,437 miles
    Test number
    914853162623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,456 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,456 miles
    Test number
    588342463791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,040 miles (+6,148)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,040 miles
    Test number
    252157646826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,892 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,892 miles
    Test number
    917598295096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,618 miles (+5,662)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,618 miles
    Test number
    977998494053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,956 miles (+7,808)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,956 miles
    Test number
    796072703117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,148 miles
    Test number
    487998202155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 XRL

Does LR09 XRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 XRL expired on 15 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 XRL?
The MOT on LR09 XRL expired on 15 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 XRL done?
LR09 XRL was recorded at 109,301 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 6,373 miles a year.
Has LR09 XRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 XRL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 XRL 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 XRL find?
LR09 XRL failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 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 manufacturer's specified limits, and 15 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LR09X registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.