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Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR59 YMUMOT history

LR59 YMU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 28 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LR59 YMU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
70,146 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 YMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 YMU was last recorded at 70,146 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Oct 2015: 29,525 miles, lower than 257,795 miles on 23 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,591 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
555 miles
Average per year
3,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,146 miles
  • 2025 – 69,591 miles
  • 2024 – 67,199 miles
  • 2023 – 64,093 miles
  • 2021 – 61,201 miles
  • 2020 – 57,756 miles
  • 2019 – 53,446 miles
  • 2018 – 46,811 miles
  • 2017 – 41,936 miles
  • 2016 – 35,364 miles
  • 2015 – 29,525 miles
  • 2014 – 257,795 miles
  • 2013 – 22,114 miles
  • 2012 – 17,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,146 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Half the position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass70,146 miles (+555)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    70,146 miles
    Test number
    339729388327
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Half the position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass69,591 miles (+82)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,591 miles
    Test number
    253678322310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail69,509 miles (+2,310)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,509 miles
    Test number
    126346460480
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass67,199 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,199 miles
    Test number
    677195864179
    • AdvisoryRear center light in op

  5. Fail67,199 miles (+3,106)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,199 miles
    Test number
    638189898114
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear center light in op

  6. Pass64,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    936238593956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,093 miles (+2,892)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    971157860497
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass61,201 miles (+3,445)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,201 miles
    Test number
    879902698471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,756 miles (+4,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,756 miles
    Test number
    761287719202
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling split at outer shield

  10. Pass53,446 miles (+6,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,446 miles
    Test number
    388370483596
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass46,811 miles (+4,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,811 miles
    Test number
    128218426932
    • Advisory1/ both front tyres wearing on edges not to corts at time of test
    • Advisory2/ n/s rear tyre becoming perished

  12. Pass41,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,936 miles
    Test number
    695746397369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail41,936 miles (+6,572)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,936 miles
    Test number
    379772968679
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass35,364 miles (+5,839)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,364 miles
    Test number
    907269928329
    • AdvisoryBoth front washer jet's partially blocked
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicator's starting to fade (show white light)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper's starting to smear

  15. Pass29,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,525 miles
    Test number
    428963321312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,525 miles (-228,270)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,525 miles
    Test number
    603300565079
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  17. Pass257,795 miles (+235,681)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    257,795 miles
    Test number
    677436494219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    22,114 miles
    Test number
    916159783261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,114 miles (+4,624)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,114 miles
    Test number
    818039483262
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  20. Pass17,490 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,490 miles
    Test number
    919371862224
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about LR59 YMU

Does LR59 YMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 YMU is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 YMU?
The MOT on LR59 YMU is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 YMU done?
LR59 YMU was recorded at 70,146 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,907 miles a year.
Has LR59 YMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 YMU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR59 YMU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR59 YMU find?
LR59 YMU passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning half the position lamp not working; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear nail in tyre.

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