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Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LR61 VVWMOT history

LR61 VVW is a black petrol MINI first used on 12 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 122,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2026.

LR61 VVW black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
122,526 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
4 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VVW was last recorded at 122,526 miles on 4 May 2026, 6,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,548 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,978 miles
Average per year
8,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,526 miles
  • 2025 – 115,548 miles
  • 2024 – 102,884 miles
  • 2023 – 84,842 miles
  • 2022 – 75,213 miles
  • 2021 – 69,502 miles
  • 2020 – 64,529 miles
  • 2018 – 54,383 miles
  • 2017 – 47,172 miles
  • 2016 – 43,161 miles
  • 2015 – 36,738 miles
  • 2014 – 28,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,526 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 5 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,526 miles (+6,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,526 miles
    Test number
    942351940702
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass115,548 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    115,548 miles
    Test number
    140843102508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Fail115,548 miles (+12,664)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,548 miles
    Test number
    919141798210
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass102,884 miles (+18,042)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,884 miles
    Test number
    959663443188
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount bush knocking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper slightly knocking/rattling from slider pins
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass84,842 miles (+9,629)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,842 miles
    Test number
    932650625011
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass75,213 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,213 miles
    Test number
    375645808004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail75,213 miles (+5,711)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,213 miles
    Test number
    321464766542
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass69,502 miles (+4,973)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,502 miles
    Test number
    603995651549
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass64,529 miles (+10,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,529 miles
    Test number
    692826169117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on edges.. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted..
  10. Pass54,383 miles (+7,211)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,383 miles
    Test number
    394630809594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,172 miles (+4,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    829305493889
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine bay and undertrays fitted obscuring and preventing inspection of some components
  12. Pass43,161 miles (+6,423)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,161 miles
    Test number
    772298560040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,738 miles (+8,627)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,738 miles
    Test number
    192356147037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,111 miles
    Test number
    668078844245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 VVW

Does LR61 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VVW is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VVW?
The MOT on LR61 VVW is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VVW done?
LR61 VVW was recorded at 122,526 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2026, an average of 8,097 miles a year.
Has LR61 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VVW has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR61 VVW 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 LR61 VVW find?
LR61 VVW passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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