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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS56 KMEMOT history

LS56 KME is a black petrol MINI first used on 20 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 108,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LS56 KME black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,132 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KME was last recorded at 108,132 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 3,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,174 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,958 miles
Average per year
4,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,132 miles
  • 2025 – 104,174 miles
  • 2024 – 99,481 miles
  • 2023 – 94,008 miles
  • 2022 – 89,324 miles
  • 2021 – 85,845 miles
  • 2020 – 83,989 miles
  • 2019 – 81,416 miles
  • 2018 – 78,089 miles
  • 2017 – 74,850 miles
  • 2016 – 69,913 miles
  • 2015 – 66,909 miles
  • 2014 – 59,180 miles
  • 2013 – 48,149 miles
  • 2012 – 46,665 miles
  • 2011 – 42,365 miles
  • 2010 – 36,967 miles
  • 2009 – 35,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,132 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,132 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,132 miles
    Test number
    996951289909
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,132 miles (+3,958)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,132 miles
    Test number
    377436403942
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    104,174 miles
    Test number
    917823713832
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail104,173 miles (+4,692)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,173 miles
    Test number
    726066744185
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass99,481 miles (+5,473)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,481 miles
    Test number
    476080401167
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,008 miles (+4,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    94,008 miles
    Test number
    800213989404
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,324 miles (+3,479)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,324 miles
    Test number
    572086342599
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,845 miles
    Test number
    713750784699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail85,845 miles (+1,856)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,845 miles
    Test number
    544935382290
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,989 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,989 miles
    Test number
    557385973529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,416 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,416 miles
    Test number
    616910700084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,089 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,089 miles
    Test number
    542990840234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,086 miles (+3,236)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,086 miles
    Test number
    384472818221
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass74,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,850 miles
    Test number
    331908918822
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail74,849 miles (+4,936)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,849 miles
    Test number
    851864621171
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass69,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,913 miles
    Test number
    585550038607
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn close to the legal limit

  17. Fail69,913 miles (+3,004)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,913 miles
    Test number
    385194764825
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn close to the legal limit

  18. Pass66,909 miles (+7,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,909 miles
    Test number
    636954548422
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower stop light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower side light not working

  19. Pass59,180 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    59,180 miles
    Test number
    346326344355
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corrosion

  20. Fail59,180 miles (+11,031)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,180 miles
    Test number
    246436044386
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corrosion

  21. Pass48,149 miles (+1,484)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,149 miles
    Test number
    455498293225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,665 miles (+4,300)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,665 miles
    Test number
    866333752326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a few minor nicks/cut in the tread

  23. Pass42,365 miles (+5,398)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,365 miles
    Test number
    827234651389
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slight 3x cuts\damage to tread. Not deep enough to fail but advise regular inpection

  24. Pass36,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,967 miles
    Test number
    210090650386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,961 miles (+1,152)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,961 miles
    Test number
    670960850322
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass35,809 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,809 miles
    Test number
    220061149340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSmall cut in o/s/r tyre tread NOT DEEP

Questions about LS56 KME

Does LS56 KME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 KME is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KME?
The MOT on LS56 KME is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 KME done?
LS56 KME was recorded at 108,132 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,460 miles a year.
Has LS56 KME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KME has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 KME 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 KME find?
LS56 KME passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear coil spring corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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