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Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR09 ZBUMOT history

LR09 ZBU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 51,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LR09 ZBU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
51,504 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 ZBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 ZBU was last recorded at 51,504 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,490 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,504 miles
  • 2025 – 50,551 miles
  • 2024 – 48,264 miles
  • 2023 – 46,524 miles
  • 2022 – 44,495 miles
  • 2021 – 42,694 miles
  • 2020 – 41,813 miles
  • 2019 – 39,827 miles
  • 2018 – 37,709 miles
  • 2017 – 31,864 miles
  • 2016 – 29,761 miles
  • 2015 – 27,642 miles
  • 2014 – 23,339 miles
  • 2013 – 20,069 miles
  • 2012 – 17,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,504 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from oil pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight miss shape manufacture date 2009

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,504 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    51,504 miles
    Test number
    220005551628
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from oil pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail51,490 miles (+939)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,490 miles
    Test number
    835660635314
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from oil pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,551 miles (+2,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    50,551 miles
    Test number
    461163945229
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Casing is missing

  4. Pass48,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    48,264 miles
    Test number
    301620255231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail48,257 miles (+1,733)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,257 miles
    Test number
    392328623194
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass46,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    46,524 miles
    Test number
    273442321549
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight miss shape manufacture date 2009 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail46,524 miles (+2,029)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,524 miles
    Test number
    222714409067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45/17/84V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight miss shape manufacture date 2009 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass44,495 miles (+1,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    44,495 miles
    Test number
    410847600620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slight miss shape

  9. Pass42,694 miles (+881)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    42,694 miles
    Test number
    101787993885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,813 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    41,813 miles
    Test number
    469518130234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail41,813 miles (+1,986)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,813 miles
    Test number
    504167787953
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass39,827 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    39,827 miles
    Test number
    478150267646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,709 miles (+5,845)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,709 miles
    Test number
    391593085573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,864 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,864 miles
    Test number
    541766960378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,761 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,761 miles
    Test number
    825956414770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads around 70 to 75% worn. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads around 70 to 75% worn. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail29,761 miles (+2,119)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,761 miles
    Test number
    845197843724
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" Blade split and smearing view. (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" Blade split and smearing view. (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads around 70 to 75% worn. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads around 70 to 75% worn. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass27,642 miles (+4,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,642 miles
    Test number
    948084185036
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass23,339 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,339 miles
    Test number
    207298074050
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres slightly wearing low from inner edges

  19. Fail23,339 miles (+3,270)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,339 miles
    Test number
    667058574039
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres slightly wearing low from inner edges

  20. Pass20,069 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,069 miles
    Test number
    777178473089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,977 miles
    Test number
    708130582062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 ZBU

Does LR09 ZBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 ZBU is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 ZBU?
The MOT on LR09 ZBU is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 ZBU done?
LR09 ZBU was recorded at 51,504 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 2,409 miles a year.
Has LR09 ZBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 ZBU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 ZBU 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 ZBU find?
LR09 ZBU passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing; oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from oil pan.

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