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White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LR59 YVUMOT history

LR59 YVU is a white petrol MINI first used on 13 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 118,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LR59 YVU white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
118,471 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 YVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 YVU was last recorded at 118,471 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 11,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,265 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,206 miles
Average per year
4,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,471 miles
  • 2025 – 107,265 miles
  • 2024 – 97,786 miles
  • 2023 – 93,765 miles
  • 2022 – 90,778 miles
  • 2021 – 89,838 miles
  • 2020 – 88,613 miles
  • 2019 – 86,883 miles
  • 2018 – 81,449 miles
  • 2017 – 79,253 miles
  • 2015 – 75,311 miles
  • 2014 – 71,287 miles
  • 2013 – 64,158 miles
  • 2012 – 54,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,471 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front tyres are worn on the inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Low on coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,471 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    118,471 miles
    Test number
    758121352338
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail118,471 miles (+11,206)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,471 miles
    Test number
    321108860904
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,265 miles (+281)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,265 miles
    Test number
    282263951503
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryLow on coolant
    • AdvisoryThe car only just past the emissions test on CO, we had to road test the vehicle to get it hot to pass, just ok at time of test

  4. Fail106,984 miles (+9,198)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,984 miles
    Test number
    950736210993
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed failing on everything and smoking at the same time (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s pulling 150 o/s only pulling 100 on the RBT (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryLow on coolant
    • AdvisoryOne of the rear rubber exhaust mountings are snapped, exhaust still secure

  5. Pass97,786 miles (+4,021)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    532890431179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,765 miles (+2,987)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,765 miles
    Test number
    413680198006
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,778 miles (+940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    343604229937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,838 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    363906156980
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail89,838 miles (+1,225)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    264752247274
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass88,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,613 miles
    Test number
    790396059286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,613 miles (+1,730)1 dangerous3 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,613 miles
    Test number
    489904334828
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • 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 on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass86,883 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,883 miles
    Test number
    677681708833
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOil level was low

  13. Fail86,883 miles (+5,434)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,883 miles
    Test number
    209332274684
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOil level was low

  14. Pass81,449 miles (+2,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,449 miles
    Test number
    234402578157
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEX PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass79,253 miles (+3,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,253 miles
    Test number
    904884493553
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass75,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,311 miles
    Test number
    909841304068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,311 miles (+4,024)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,311 miles
    Test number
    983634661194
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bubble in sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass71,287 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,287 miles
    Test number
    835235744362
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBrake discs corroded

  19. Fail71,287 miles (+7,129)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,287 miles
    Test number
    808942344341
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBrake discs corroded

  20. Pass64,158 miles (+9,452)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,158 miles
    Test number
    979025853231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,706 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,706 miles
    Test number
    397562682480
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

Questions about LR59 YVU

Does LR59 YVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 YVU is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 YVU?
The MOT on LR59 YVU is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 YVU done?
LR59 YVU was recorded at 118,471 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 4,620 miles a year.
Has LR59 YVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 YVU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 YVU 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 YVU find?
LR59 YVU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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