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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

LS59 GFVMOT history

LS59 GFV is a grey petrol MINI first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LS59 GFV grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,867 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 GFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 GFV was last recorded at 121,867 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 15,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,166 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
15,701 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,867 miles
  • 2025 – 106,166 miles
  • 2024 – 104,739 miles
  • 2023 – 104,574 miles
  • 2022 – 100,895 miles
  • 2021 – 98,103 miles
  • 2020 – 95,937 miles
  • 2019 – 93,118 miles
  • 2018 – 89,905 miles
  • 2017 – 86,145 miles
  • 2016 – 75,608 miles
  • 2015 – 64,455 miles
  • 2014 – 53,522 miles
  • 2013 – 37,956 miles
  • 2012 – 26,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,867 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,867 miles
    Test number
    216633073982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,867 miles (+15,701)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,867 miles
    Test number
    744158256635
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass106,166 miles (+1,427)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    106,166 miles
    Test number
    558208774723
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass104,739 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,739 miles
    Test number
    869401568269
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail104,739 miles (+165)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,739 miles
    Test number
    955516596083
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass104,574 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    104,574 miles
    Test number
    400666934363
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail104,568 miles (+3,673)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,568 miles
    Test number
    789447612880
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass100,895 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,895 miles
    Test number
    133319929596
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront spot lights not working

  9. Fail100,860 miles (+2,757)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,860 miles
    Test number
    935050702926
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront spot lights not working

  10. Pass98,103 miles (+11)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,103 miles
    Test number
    643638180069
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail98,092 miles (+2,155)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,092 miles
    Test number
    719648480737
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear REAR BRAKE PAD SENSOR INSECURE

  12. Pass95,937 miles (+2,819)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,937 miles
    Test number
    524339720126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,118 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,118 miles
    Test number
    323302872035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,905 miles
    Test number
    289355759584
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear screen wiper defective

  15. Fail89,905 miles (+3,760)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,905 miles
    Test number
    286818208078
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear screen wiper defective

  16. Pass86,145 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    823483782384
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant below min (Nothing in tank)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Jacking point cover missing
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWater leak from water pump area

  17. Fail86,145 miles (+10,537)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    646802320601
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant below min (Nothing in tank)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Jacking point cover missing
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWater leak from water pump area

  18. Pass75,608 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,608 miles
    Test number
    392688475714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,594 miles (+11,139)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    829081470452
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass64,455 miles (+10,933)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,455 miles
    Test number
    600513955026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,522 miles (+15,566)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,522 miles
    Test number
    799264854255
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  22. Pass37,956 miles (+11,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,956 miles
    Test number
    865413873294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,442 miles
    Test number
    556644742227
    • 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)

Questions about LS59 GFV

Does LS59 GFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 GFV is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 GFV?
The MOT on LS59 GFV is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 GFV done?
LS59 GFV was recorded at 121,867 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has LS59 GFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 GFV has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 GFV 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 LS59 GFV find?
LS59 GFV passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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