MINI
Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc
LS56 BCVMOT history
LS56 BCV is a red petrol MINI first used on 21 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 120,791 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 1 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 120,791 mi
- At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 19
- 15 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 5,725 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS56 BCV
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 21 Nov 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS56 BCV was last recorded at 120,791 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 120,778 miles · 18 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 13 miles
- Average per year
- 5,725 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 120,791 miles
- 2025 – 114,234 miles
- 2024 – 113,072 miles
- 2023 – 108,748 miles
- 2022 – 101,379 miles
- 2020 – 98,030 miles
- 2019 – 92,377 miles
- 2018 – 79,978 miles
- 2017 – 75,719 miles
- 2015 – 69,050 miles
- 2014 – 62,798 miles
- 2013 – 54,854 miles
- 2012 – 47,419 miles
- 2011 – 37,600 miles
- 2010 – 27,804 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass120,791 miles
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive from power steering componant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNear side rear wing damaged but np sharp edges.
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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014
Full MOT history
19 tests since 4 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass120,791 miles (+13)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 120,791 miles
- Test number
- 629873374942
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive from power steering componant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNear side rear wing damaged but np sharp edges.
Fail120,778 miles (+6,544)7 major2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,778 miles
- Test number
- 667529979376
- MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
- MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Body side wing panel damaged wheel arch missing
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp lens cracked damaged but not Sharpe edge
- 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 pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
Pass114,234 miles (+37)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 114,234 miles
- Test number
- 220305285427
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail114,197 miles (+1,125)6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,197 miles
- Test number
- 208287748961
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi Pipe / Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryCoolant Cap Missing
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Wishbone Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryTPMS Light On Dash
- AdvisoryWindscreen Wipers Dont Turn Off
Pass113,072 miles (+4,324)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 113,072 miles
- Test number
- 807920917083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass108,748 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 108,748 miles
- Test number
- 918635543813
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail108,748 miles (+7,369)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,748 miles
- Test number
- 383141634560
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass101,379 miles (+3,349)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 101,379 miles
- Test number
- 305547983512
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass98,030 miles (+5,653)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 98,030 miles
- Test number
- 850424842951
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass92,377 miles (+12,399)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 92,377 miles
- Test number
- 434027156734
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass79,978 miles (+4,259)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 79,978 miles
- Test number
- 773884762071
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,719 miles (+6,669)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 75,719 miles
- Test number
- 600952889733
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass69,050 miles (+6,252)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 69,050 miles
- Test number
- 453304532111
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass62,798 miles (+7,944)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 62,798 miles
- Test number
- 665639924367
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear exaust rusty
Pass54,854 miles (+7,435)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 54,854 miles
- Test number
- 845713383297
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,419 miles (+9,819)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 47,419 miles
- Test number
- 999526182245
- 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)
Pass37,600 miles (+9,796)
- MOT expiry
- 31 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 37,600 miles
- Test number
- 945304041299
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,804 miles (+16)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 27,804 miles
- Test number
- 524026560110
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail27,788 miles3 failures5 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 27,788 miles
- Test number
- 832735150183
- 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)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- 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)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
- NoteOil leak
Questions about LS56 BCV
- Does LS56 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 BCV is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS56 BCV?
- The MOT on LS56 BCV is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS56 BCV done?
- LS56 BCV was recorded at 120,791 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 5,725 miles a year.
- Has LS56 BCV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS56 BCV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on LS56 BCV 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 LS56 BCV find?
- LS56 BCV passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; hydraulic leak, but not excessive from power steering componant, and 8 more.
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