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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

LS08 YFUMOT history

LS08 YFU is a black diesel MINI first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LS08 YFU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
87,704 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 YFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 YFU was last recorded at 87,704 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 1,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,430 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,274 miles
Average per year
4,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,704 miles
  • 2024 – 86,430 miles
  • 2023 – 85,984 miles
  • 2022 – 84,814 miles
  • 2021 – 81,644 miles
  • 2020 – 78,736 miles
  • 2019 – 71,137 miles
  • 2018 – 64,516 miles
  • 2017 – 58,931 miles
  • 2016 – 52,564 miles
  • 2015 – 44,869 miles
  • 2014 – 38,073 miles
  • 2013 – 30,363 miles
  • 2012 – 23,580 miles
  • 2011 – 14,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,704 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,704 miles (+1,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    87,704 miles
    Test number
    879214425631
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass86,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    86,430 miles
    Test number
    725109139034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail86,430 miles (+433)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,430 miles
    Test number
    278342100562
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass85,997 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,997 miles
    Test number
    645990019403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail85,984 miles (+1,170)10 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    579045023128
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
  6. Pass84,814 miles (+3,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,814 miles
    Test number
    708129092112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass81,644 miles (+2,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,644 miles
    Test number
    392910369529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass78,736 miles (+7,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,736 miles
    Test number
    905883775990
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass71,137 miles (+6,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,137 miles
    Test number
    752686920881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass64,516 miles (+5,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,516 miles
    Test number
    478359930655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  11. Pass58,931 miles (+6,367)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,931 miles
    Test number
    569423359480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass52,564 miles (+7,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,564 miles
    Test number
    195431704350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass44,869 miles (+6,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,869 miles
    Test number
    287903785122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  14. Pass38,073 miles (+7,710)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,073 miles
    Test number
    299764984439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,363 miles (+6,783)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,363 miles
    Test number
    746873393008
    • NoteFront brake balance high (but within limits).
    • NoteNearside front tyre nearing limit
  16. Pass23,580 miles (+8,787)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,580 miles
    Test number
    176909672085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,793 miles
    Test number
    158870981021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 YFU

Does LS08 YFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 YFU is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 YFU?
The MOT on LS08 YFU is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 YFU done?
LS08 YFU was recorded at 87,704 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 4,926 miles a year.
Has LS08 YFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 YFU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS08 YFU 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 LS08 YFU find?
LS08 YFU passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working.

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