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Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 XWZMOT history

LS12 XWZ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 103,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LS12 XWZ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,641 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XWZ was last recorded at 103,641 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,641 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,641 miles
  • 2025 – 100,501 miles
  • 2024 – 96,817 miles
  • 2023 – 81,744 miles
  • 2022 – 70,992 miles
  • 2021 – 60,227 miles
  • 2020 – 55,424 miles
  • 2019 – 46,106 miles
  • 2018 – 38,960 miles
  • 2017 – 30,304 miles
  • 2016 – 20,818 miles
  • 2015 – 8,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,641 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coolant low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,641 miles
    Test number
    700859431797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail103,641 miles (+3,140)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,641 miles
    Test number
    470601028330
    • DangerousTyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both side rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass100,501 miles (+3,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,501 miles
    Test number
    312194130554
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass96,817 miles (+4,203)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,817 miles
    Test number
    275704896640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    92,614 miles
    Test number
    398797119950
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  6. Fail92,614 miles (+10,870)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,614 miles
    Test number
    440467094082
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  7. Pass81,744 miles (+10,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,744 miles
    Test number
    143592629081
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  8. Pass70,992 miles (+10,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,992 miles
    Test number
    338849748891
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s inner pad surface (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass60,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    447216672449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,227 miles (+4,803)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    906735952598
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass55,424 miles (+9,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,424 miles
    Test number
    934294943197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass46,106 miles (+7,146)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,106 miles
    Test number
    487182870032
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass38,960 miles (+8,656)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    38,960 miles
    Test number
    848722036251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,304 miles (+9,486)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    30,304 miles
    Test number
    763287309562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    20,818 miles
    Test number
    452998174724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail20,818 miles (+12,368)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,818 miles
    Test number
    583939875106
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass8,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    8,450 miles
    Test number
    239635735111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 XWZ

Does LS12 XWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XWZ is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XWZ?
The MOT on LS12 XWZ is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XWZ done?
LS12 XWZ was recorded at 103,641 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 8,378 miles a year.
Has LS12 XWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XWZ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XWZ 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 LS12 XWZ find?
LS12 XWZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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