MINI logo

MINI (R60)

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 XEWMOT history

LS61 XEW is a white petrol MINI (R60) first used on 11 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 162,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

LS61 XEW white MINI Countryman – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Countryman, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
162,368 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,861 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LS61 XEW in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 XEW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
(R60)
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 XEW was last recorded at 162,368 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 3,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,241 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,127 miles
Average per year
10,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,368 miles
  • 2025 – 159,241 miles
  • 2024 – 158,233 miles
  • 2023 – 157,533 miles
  • 2021 – 145,920 miles
  • 2020 – 133,722 miles
  • 2019 – 120,906 miles
  • 2018 – 101,231 miles
  • 2016 – 72,911 miles
  • 2015 – 52,275 miles
  • 2014 – 35,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,368 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    162,368 miles
    Test number
    820416327049
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail162,366 miles (+3,125)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,366 miles
    Test number
    289255767203
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass159,241 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    159,241 miles
    Test number
    723514295589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    158,233 miles
    Test number
    538734718493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail158,233 miles (+700)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,233 miles
    Test number
    656641563354
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass157,533 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    157,533 miles
    Test number
    480282547178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail157,514 miles (+11,594)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,514 miles
    Test number
    245186996325
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass145,920 miles (+12,198)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    145,920 miles
    Test number
    843483310839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass133,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    133,722 miles
    Test number
    240393890376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,722 miles (+12,816)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,722 miles
    Test number
    520427157458
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass120,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,906 miles
    Test number
    847078611237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,906 miles (+19,675)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,906 miles
    Test number
    855874143498
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass101,231 miles (+28,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,231 miles
    Test number
    826932218289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light lens is damaged and has a temporary repair
  14. Pass72,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,911 miles
    Test number
    167833392486
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail72,911 miles (+20,636)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,911 miles
    Test number
    747220780089
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215 55 17 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215 55 17 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass52,275 miles (+16,521)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,275 miles
    Test number
    659977246854
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing low on tread (3mm)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass35,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,754 miles
    Test number
    257838484238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 XEW

Does LS61 XEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 XEW is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 XEW?
The MOT on LS61 XEW is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 XEW done?
LS61 XEW was recorded at 162,368 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 10,861 miles a year.
Has LS61 XEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 XEW has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 XEW 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 LS61 XEW find?
LS61 XEW passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

Browse all LS61X registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.