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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR59 WMXMOT history

LR59 WMX is a grey petrol MINI first used on 23 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LR59 WMX grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2026
Mileage
117,643 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 WMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR59 WMX was last recorded at 117,643 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,633 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,643 miles
  • 2025 – 111,839 miles
  • 2024 – 109,118 miles
  • 2023 – 109,098 miles
  • 2022 – 99,758 miles
  • 2021 – 91,802 miles
  • 2019 – 86,428 miles
  • 2018 – 82,649 miles
  • 2017 – 70,786 miles
  • 2016 – 65,264 miles
  • 2015 – 61,512 miles
  • 2014 – 58,390 miles
  • 2013 – 52,774 miles
  • 2012 – 44,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,643 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,643 miles (+10)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,643 miles
    Test number
    806459291806
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail117,633 miles (+5,794)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,633 miles
    Test number
    340224960141
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified 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))

  3. Pass111,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,839 miles
    Test number
    255968681004
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,839 miles (+2,721)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,839 miles
    Test number
    159430884462
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc and brake pad are showing signs of overheat would advise replacement.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,118 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,118 miles
    Test number
    493764742598
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail109,098 miles (+9,340)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,098 miles
    Test number
    622644720890
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass99,758 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    99,758 miles
    Test number
    543730748959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail99,754 miles (+7,952)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,754 miles
    Test number
    469798161517
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass91,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,802 miles
    Test number
    438720589183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,800 miles (+5,372)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,800 miles
    Test number
    500100530026
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass86,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,428 miles
    Test number
    100023896711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,428 miles (+3,779)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,428 miles
    Test number
    456652676441
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  13. Pass82,649 miles (+11,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,649 miles
    Test number
    307944361593
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass70,786 miles (+5,522)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,786 miles
    Test number
    784973520601
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass65,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,264 miles
    Test number
    839306444818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,264 miles (+3,752)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,264 miles
    Test number
    774558944160
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass61,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,512 miles
    Test number
    602689749210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,512 miles (+3,122)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,512 miles
    Test number
    374984100477
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass58,390 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,390 miles
    Test number
    627301404326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,774 miles (+8,055)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,774 miles
    Test number
    948481963233
    • NoteNear side rear tyre have cracking outer edge and nail in tyre offside rear tyre have cracking outer edge

  21. Pass44,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,719 miles
    Test number
    106178152210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 WMX

Does LR59 WMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR59 WMX expired on 23 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR59 WMX?
The MOT on LR59 WMX expired on 23 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR59 WMX done?
LR59 WMX was recorded at 117,643 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,371 miles a year.
Has LR59 WMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 WMX has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 WMX 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 WMX find?
LR59 WMX failed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 major defects: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits.

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