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Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LS56 DFPMOT history

LS56 DFP is a red petrol MINI first used on 6 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 134,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2025.

LS56 DFP red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2026
Mileage
134,048 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 DFP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 DFP was last recorded at 134,048 miles on 28 Apr 2025, 1,914 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,134 miles · 20 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,914 miles
Average per year
7,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,048 miles
  • 2024 – 132,134 miles
  • 2023 – 127,948 miles
  • 2022 – 121,272 miles
  • 2021 – 116,874 miles
  • 2020 – 115,419 miles
  • 2019 – 114,389 miles
  • 2018 – 113,512 miles
  • 2017 – 112,540 miles
  • 2016 – 112,495 miles
  • 2015 – 97,882 miles
  • 2014 – 82,150 miles
  • 2013 – 64,659 miles
  • 2012 – 52,998 miles
  • 2011 – 44,501 miles
  • 2010 – 30,033 miles
  • 2009 – 17,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,048 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,048 miles (+1,914)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,048 miles
    Test number
    292252808138
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,134 miles (+4,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,134 miles
    Test number
    424274569207
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,948 miles (+6)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    127,948 miles
    Test number
    709165925378
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail127,942 miles (+6,670)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,942 miles
    Test number
    163949544366
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,272 miles (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    121,272 miles
    Test number
    688228374086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,874 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    116,874 miles
    Test number
    573928722722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,419 miles (+1,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    115,419 miles
    Test number
    953250982249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement reart bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass114,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,389 miles
    Test number
    937322756484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,389 miles (+877)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,389 miles
    Test number
    965482304177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass113,512 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    113,512 miles
    Test number
    485027274508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail113,512 miles (+972)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,512 miles
    Test number
    359889203403
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass112,540 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,540 miles
    Test number
    953797440723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,495 miles (+14,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,495 miles
    Test number
    392918695992
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass97,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    97,882 miles
    Test number
    806084991843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,882 miles (+15,732)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,882 miles
    Test number
    808665793264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass82,150 miles (+17,491)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,150 miles
    Test number
    666117704381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • NoteFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass64,659 miles (+11,661)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,659 miles
    Test number
    389748393211
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brakes bindiong slightly

  18. Pass52,998 miles (+8,497)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,998 miles
    Test number
    268348702390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  19. Pass44,501 miles (+14,468)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,501 miles
    Test number
    758952911326
    • NoteRear tyres cracking between tread

  20. Pass30,033 miles (+12,077)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,033 miles
    Test number
    353444010310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,956 miles
    Test number
    472396019421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 DFP

Does LS56 DFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 DFP expired on 27 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 DFP?
The MOT on LS56 DFP expired on 27 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 DFP done?
LS56 DFP was recorded at 134,048 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2025, an average of 7,510 miles a year.
Has LS56 DFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 DFP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 DFP 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 DFP find?
LS56 DFP passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; coolant leak, and 5 more.

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