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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS56 KOAMOT history

LS56 KOA is a red petrol MINI first used on 26 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LS56 KOA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,558 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KOA was last recorded at 109,558 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 3,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,514 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,044 miles
Average per year
4,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,558 miles
  • 2025 – 106,514 miles
  • 2024 – 103,682 miles
  • 2023 – 100,351 miles
  • 2022 – 100,182 miles
  • 2021 – 96,894 miles
  • 2020 – 93,831 miles
  • 2019 – 91,666 miles
  • 2018 – 87,790 miles
  • 2017 – 84,345 miles
  • 2016 – 80,408 miles
  • 2015 – 73,432 miles
  • 2014 – 65,252 miles
  • 2013 – 51,609 miles
  • 2012 – 44,899 miles
  • 2011 – 38,795 miles
  • 2010 – 35,319 miles
  • 2009 – 29,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,558 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,558 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,558 miles
    Test number
    761615705336
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,558 miles (+3,044)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,558 miles
    Test number
    559961574717
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,514 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,514 miles
    Test number
    760397236186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,494 miles (+2,812)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,494 miles
    Test number
    283732745881
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and suspension components are corroded but not significantly weakened.

  5. Pass103,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,682 miles
    Test number
    859768969902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,682 miles (+36)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,682 miles
    Test number
    343215743802
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail103,646 miles (+3,295)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,646 miles
    Test number
    734907097738
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass100,351 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,351 miles
    Test number
    913827751023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,324 miles (+40)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,324 miles
    Test number
    195564927271
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail100,284 miles (+102)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,284 miles
    Test number
    811381763550
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Fail100,182 miles (+3,288)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,182 miles
    Test number
    176244534417
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass96,894 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,894 miles
    Test number
    540393555379
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Drain bung area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail96,894 miles (+395)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,894 miles
    Test number
    635095155342
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Drain bung area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail96,499 miles (+2,668)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,499 miles
    Test number
    504004043905
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass93,831 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,831 miles
    Test number
    766985869581
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  16. Fail93,831 miles (+2,165)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,831 miles
    Test number
    581498762200
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  17. Pass91,666 miles (+3,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,666 miles
    Test number
    726801777229
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  18. Pass87,790 miles (+3,445)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,790 miles
    Test number
    353067343761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,345 miles (+3,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,345 miles
    Test number
    358324458547
    • 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)

  20. Pass80,408 miles (+6,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,408 miles
    Test number
    774964857108
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass73,432 miles (+8,180)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,432 miles
    Test number
    482992103149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,252 miles (+13,643)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    915587644351
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have an inner wear and cracked tread
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass51,609 miles (+6,710)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,609 miles
    Test number
    497727933449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,899 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,899 miles
    Test number
    435838532412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,795 miles (+3,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,795 miles
    Test number
    427894841489
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass35,319 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,319 miles
    Test number
    410644740466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,981 miles
    Test number
    194388839335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 KOA

Does LS56 KOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 KOA is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KOA?
The MOT on LS56 KOA is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 KOA done?
LS56 KOA was recorded at 109,558 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 4,868 miles a year.
Has LS56 KOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KOA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 KOA 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 KOA find?
LS56 KOA passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 3 more.

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