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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS06 VAVMOT history

LS06 VAV is a blue petrol MINI first used on 16 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LS06 VAV blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
107,338 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 VAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 VAV was last recorded at 107,338 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 4,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,653 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,685 miles
Average per year
4,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,338 miles
  • 2024 – 97,557 miles
  • 2023 – 92,784 miles
  • 2022 – 90,134 miles
  • 2021 – 90,127 miles
  • 2020 – 86,763 miles
  • 2019 – 85,666 miles
  • 2018 – 83,126 miles
  • 2017 – 80,445 miles
  • 2016 – 71,874 miles
  • 2015 – 65,527 miles
  • 2014 – 59,030 miles
  • 2013 – 51,923 miles
  • 2012 – 46,587 miles
  • 2011 – 40,835 miles
  • 2010 – 37,625 miles
  • 2009 – 32,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,338 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,338 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,338 miles
    Test number
    958467003776
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

  2. Fail107,338 miles (+4,685)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,338 miles
    Test number
    886959276435
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front had no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension / brake components rusty and corroded

  3. Pass102,653 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    102,653 miles
    Test number
    670932720909
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both and the n/s/r has a small cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail102,653 miles (+5,096)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,653 miles
    Test number
    415575818529
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cuts all the way around tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass97,557 miles (+4,773)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,557 miles
    Test number
    668977587876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    540731535229
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail92,784 miles (+2,650)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    852659401031
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,134 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,134 miles
    Test number
    839237532282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,127 miles (+3,364)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,127 miles
    Test number
    613400099569
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pedal goes to floor (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass86,763 miles (+1,097)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,763 miles
    Test number
    129357521991
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass85,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,666 miles
    Test number
    638462248500
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail85,666 miles (+2,540)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,666 miles
    Test number
    960567502277
    • MajorCentral Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  13. Pass83,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,126 miles
    Test number
    723187152525
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail83,126 miles (+2,681)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,126 miles
    Test number
    657319246087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass80,445 miles (+8,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,445 miles
    Test number
    691845546110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass71,874 miles (+6,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,874 miles
    Test number
    603769962202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass65,527 miles (+6,497)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,527 miles
    Test number
    347602305288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cuts in outer sidewalls
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin falling apart

  18. Pass59,030 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,030 miles
    Test number
    806265604225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear box outer skin

  19. Fail59,030 miles (+7,107)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,030 miles
    Test number
    386305204429
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear box outer skin

  20. Pass51,923 miles (+5,336)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,923 miles
    Test number
    659680113270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhust box corroded
    • NoteWiper rubbers gone hard

  21. Pass46,587 miles (+5,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    978035472175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass40,835 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,835 miles
    Test number
    285646621400
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  23. Fail40,828 miles (+3,203)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,828 miles
    Test number
    758343821111
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass37,625 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,625 miles
    Test number
    393272840145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,716 miles
    Test number
    381621389177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS06 VAV

Does LS06 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS06 VAV is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS06 VAV?
The MOT on LS06 VAV is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS06 VAV done?
LS06 VAV was recorded at 107,338 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,531 miles a year.
Has LS06 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 VAV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS06 VAV 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 VAV find?
LS06 VAV passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear, and 3 more.

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