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Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LS59 LEYMOT history

LS59 LEY is a blue petrol MINI first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LS59 LEY blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,353 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 LEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 LEY was last recorded at 97,353 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,345 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,353 miles
  • 2025 – 93,823 miles
  • 2024 – 90,743 miles
  • 2023 – 90,330 miles
  • 2022 – 87,328 miles
  • 2021 – 81,065 miles
  • 2020 – 73,400 miles
  • 2019 – 69,081 miles
  • 2018 – 63,766 miles
  • 2017 – 58,271 miles
  • 2016 – 50,215 miles
  • 2015 – 42,883 miles
  • 2014 – 33,856 miles
  • 2013 – 23,383 miles
  • 2012 – 15,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,353 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,353 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,353 miles
    Test number
    541316838296
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail97,345 miles (+3,522)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,345 miles
    Test number
    501735083644
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass93,823 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    93,823 miles
    Test number
    678223425706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicles corroded
  4. Fail93,822 miles (+3,079)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    110872705421
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicles corroded
  5. Pass90,743 miles (+413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,743 miles
    Test number
    470713305907
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
  6. Pass90,330 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,330 miles
    Test number
    708167950519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,328 miles (+6,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,328 miles
    Test number
    123912728182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass81,065 miles (+7,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,065 miles
    Test number
    688942942413
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass73,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    138382398399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,400 miles (+4,319)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    607886126477
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  11. Pass69,081 miles (+5,315)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,081 miles
    Test number
    851759912405
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass63,766 miles (+5,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,766 miles
    Test number
    136429725012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass58,271 miles (+8,056)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,271 miles
    Test number
    571692178299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,215 miles (+7,332)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,215 miles
    Test number
    378448389637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,883 miles (+9,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    579314714346
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass33,856 miles (+10,473)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,856 miles
    Test number
    597398464212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,383 miles (+7,836)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    23,383 miles
    Test number
    906931483269
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked
  18. Fail15,547 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,547 miles
    Test number
    325803982440
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres running off oninside edge advise tracking
  19. Pass15,547 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    15,547 miles
    Test number
    485743882252
    • NoteBoth front tyres running off oninside edge advise tracking

Questions about LS59 LEY

Does LS59 LEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 LEY is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 LEY?
The MOT on LS59 LEY is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 LEY done?
LS59 LEY was recorded at 97,353 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 5,829 miles a year.
Has LS59 LEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 LEY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 LEY 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 LEY find?
LS59 LEY passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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