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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS06 VAYMOT history

LS06 VAY is a silver petrol MINI first used on 28 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LS06 VAY silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,147 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 VAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 VAY was last recorded at 90,147 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 2,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,214 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,933 miles
Average per year
4,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,147 miles
  • 2025 – 87,214 miles
  • 2024 – 85,911 miles
  • 2023 – 83,299 miles
  • 2021 – 79,582 miles
  • 2020 – 75,312 miles
  • 2019 – 68,179 miles
  • 2018 – 62,209 miles
  • 2017 – 51,626 miles
  • 2016 – 42,593 miles
  • 2015 – 36,058 miles
  • 2014 – 30,935 miles
  • 2013 – 26,780 miles
  • 2012 – 23,163 miles
  • 2011 – 20,144 miles
  • 2010 – 16,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,147 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,147 miles (+2,933)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,147 miles
    Test number
    561824815024
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass87,214 miles (+1,303)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    806319441835
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryInner cv boot worn front
    • AdvisoryInner sills, brake pipe, rear subframe, suspension components slight corroded

  3. Pass85,911 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    124703967920
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail85,911 miles (+2,612)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    269949883484
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass83,299 miles (+3,717)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,299 miles
    Test number
    154212708734
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass79,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,582 miles
    Test number
    459524646056
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  7. Fail79,582 miles (+4,270)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,582 miles
    Test number
    609104900449
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass75,312 miles (+7,133)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,312 miles
    Test number
    781517120336
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,179 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,179 miles
    Test number
    335861286244
    • DangerousOil level below min level and not on dip stick. Topped up with 3 litre oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall also very worn (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail68,179 miles (+5,970)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,179 miles
    Test number
    316857871518
    • DangerousOil level below min level and not on dip stick. Topped up with 3 litre oil
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall also very worn (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,209 miles
    Test number
    501539505870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail62,207 miles (+35)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,207 miles
    Test number
    931348532143
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail62,172 miles (+10,546)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,172 miles
    Test number
    396580865679
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached top shock absorber mount split (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass51,626 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,626 miles
    Test number
    180330685792
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH fronts (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail51,626 miles (+9,033)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,626 miles
    Test number
    709056003501
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH rears (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH fronts (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,593 miles (+6,535)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,593 miles
    Test number
    222472457890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,058 miles (+5,123)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,058 miles
    Test number
    349143965107
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteScreen chipped outside swept area

  18. Pass30,935 miles (+4,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,935 miles
    Test number
    625035574117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass26,780 miles (+3,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    26,780 miles
    Test number
    929555263118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass23,163 miles (+3,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,163 miles
    Test number
    669667862057
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass20,144 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,144 miles
    Test number
    515047971052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,100 miles (+3,803)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,100 miles
    Test number
    267281971090
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNsr tyre wear uneven / but legal time of test

  23. Pass16,297 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,297 miles
    Test number
    162626350463
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads just 1.5mm accepted on mot test / need attn soon

Questions about LS06 VAY

Does LS06 VAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS06 VAY is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS06 VAY?
The MOT on LS06 VAY is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS06 VAY done?
LS06 VAY was recorded at 90,147 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,502 miles a year.
Has LS06 VAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 VAY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LS06 VAY 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 VAY find?
LS06 VAY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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