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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS06 VAOMOT history

LS06 VAO is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LS06 VAO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
120,465 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 VAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 VAO was last recorded at 120,465 miles on 21 May 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,408 miles · 9 May 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
6,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,465 miles
  • 2024 – 118,376 miles
  • 2023 – 111,918 miles
  • 2022 – 103,439 miles
  • 2021 – 96,462 miles
  • 2020 – 89,826 miles
  • 2019 – 83,702 miles
  • 2018 – 77,369 miles
  • 2017 – 68,234 miles
  • 2016 – 59,106 miles
  • 2015 – 50,541 miles
  • 2014 – 42,144 miles
  • 2013 – 27,801 miles
  • 2012 – 27,639 miles
  • 2011 – 23,983 miles
  • 2009 – 16,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,465 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,465 miles (+57)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,465 miles
    Test number
    260037297903
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail120,408 miles (+2,032)9 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,408 miles
    Test number
    683278191946
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,376 miles (+6,458)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,376 miles
    Test number
    587254012189
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play close to failing test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play close to failing test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking brake effort lower than offside

  4. Pass111,918 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,918 miles
    Test number
    456620797907
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses would benefit from a polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,918 miles (+8,479)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,918 miles
    Test number
    159020662126
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses would benefit from a polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,439 miles (+6,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,439 miles
    Test number
    886726085916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,462 miles (+6,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,462 miles
    Test number
    778378303996
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,826 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    576442100490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,811 miles (+6,109)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,811 miles
    Test number
    897445811261
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass83,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,702 miles
    Test number
    299564710919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,702 miles (+6,333)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,702 miles
    Test number
    456254226170
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass77,369 miles (+9,135)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,369 miles
    Test number
    489190105881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,234 miles (+9,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,234 miles
    Test number
    402380599194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust silencer box bouncing/knocking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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. Pass59,106 miles (+158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,106 miles
    Test number
    792421906954
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail58,948 miles (+8,407)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,948 miles
    Test number
    111801313410
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass50,541 miles (+8,397)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,541 miles
    Test number
    477348035234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,144 miles (+14,343)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,144 miles
    Test number
    916579834255
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust silencer not fully supported
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass27,801 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,801 miles
    Test number
    785789203133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,639 miles (+3,656)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,639 miles
    Test number
    835430622256
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNear side front tyre cracking round tread line
    • NoteRattle from front of exhaust
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteTyre pressure montoring light on

  20. Pass23,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,983 miles
    Test number
    229406381478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,983 miles (+7,500)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,983 miles
    Test number
    236585581414
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass16,483 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,483 miles
    Test number
    971725149359
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about LS06 VAO

Does LS06 VAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS06 VAO is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS06 VAO?
The MOT on LS06 VAO is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS06 VAO done?
LS06 VAO was recorded at 120,465 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,325 miles a year.
Has LS06 VAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 VAO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS06 VAO 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 LS06 VAO find?
LS06 VAO passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear, and 8 more.

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