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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR59 RFNMOT history

LR59 RFN is a grey petrol MINI first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

LR59 RFN grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
108,612 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 RFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 RFN was last recorded at 108,612 miles on 27 May 2026, 4,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,604 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,008 miles
Average per year
4,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,612 miles
  • 2025 – 104,604 miles
  • 2024 – 99,383 miles
  • 2022 – 98,793 miles
  • 2021 – 96,720 miles
  • 2020 – 93,918 miles
  • 2019 – 90,762 miles
  • 2017 – 86,950 miles
  • 2016 – 79,448 miles
  • 2015 – 72,908 miles
  • 2014 – 65,346 miles
  • 2013 – 59,138 miles
  • 2012 – 47,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,612 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses misty

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,612 miles (+4,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    108,612 miles
    Test number
    496477825325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses misty

  2. Pass104,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    104,604 miles
    Test number
    274446270813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail104,604 miles (+5,221)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,604 miles
    Test number
    554332394905
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass99,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,383 miles
    Test number
    925328915460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,383 miles (+590)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,383 miles
    Test number
    461962976570
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass98,793 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,793 miles
    Test number
    586377157654
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail98,769 miles (+2,049)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,769 miles
    Test number
    608618376474
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass96,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,720 miles
    Test number
    100153851325
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail96,720 miles (+2,802)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,720 miles
    Test number
    261954844836
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass93,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,918 miles
    Test number
    247810543103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,918 miles (+3,156)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,918 miles
    Test number
    851207565571
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass90,762 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    90,762 miles
    Test number
    220101482938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,747 miles (+3,797)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,747 miles
    Test number
    834539377746
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to wear low

  14. Pass86,950 miles (+7,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    86,950 miles
    Test number
    923171576557
    • AdvisoryFront and rear discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing close to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre on legal limit

  15. Pass79,448 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,448 miles
    Test number
    562759239554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,354 miles (+6,446)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    400038110627
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass72,908 miles (+7,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,908 miles
    Test number
    431541752763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass65,346 miles (+6,208)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,346 miles
    Test number
    137401654278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,138 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    587924313242
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass59,138 miles (+11,585)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    886604413255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,553 miles
    Test number
    855753162288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 RFN

Does LR59 RFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 RFN is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 RFN?
The MOT on LR59 RFN is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 RFN done?
LR59 RFN was recorded at 108,612 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 4,462 miles a year.
Has LR59 RFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 RFN has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR59 RFN 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 LR59 RFN find?
LR59 RFN passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; both headlamp lenses misty.

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