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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LX08 WUTMOT history

LX08 WUT is a black petrol MINI first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LX08 WUT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2025
Mileage
138,610 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 WUT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX08 WUT was last recorded at 138,610 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,391 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
7,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,610 miles
  • 2025 – 138,391 miles
  • 2024 – 134,286 miles
  • 2023 – 129,725 miles
  • 2022 – 125,448 miles
  • 2021 – 121,171 miles
  • 2020 – 118,440 miles
  • 2019 – 118,048 miles
  • 2018 – 104,427 miles
  • 2017 – 102,529 miles
  • 2016 – 94,583 miles
  • 2015 – 83,900 miles
  • 2014 – 73,849 miles
  • 2013 – 62,697 miles
  • 2012 – 49,175 miles
  • 2011 – 34,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,610 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leaks
  • AdvisorySubframes/ suspension components corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,610 miles (+219)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,610 miles
    Test number
    824718676821
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySubframes/ suspension components corroded

  2. Fail138,391 miles (+4,105)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,391 miles
    Test number
    346867816559
    • 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 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass134,286 miles (+4,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    134,286 miles
    Test number
    132345383024
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass129,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    129,725 miles
    Test number
    109386182677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail129,725 miles (+4,277)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,725 miles
    Test number
    493237561598
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass125,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    125,448 miles
    Test number
    574397205215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,448 miles (+4,277)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,448 miles
    Test number
    217821035089
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at 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))

  8. Pass121,171 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    121,171 miles
    Test number
    289275902420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,156 miles (+2,716)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,156 miles
    Test number
    532664329709
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,440 miles (+392)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,440 miles
    Test number
    273168728532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion apparent on all components and prescribed areas under the vehicle .

  11. Pass118,048 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    118,048 miles
    Test number
    373001015817
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail118,047 miles (+13,620)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    486314102449
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding looks like handbrake on slightly, (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass104,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    513318067840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,427 miles (+1,898)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    559712452251
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass102,529 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,529 miles
    Test number
    341076129353
    • AdvisoryFront tyre valves cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slight bind
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage

  16. Fail102,529 miles (+7,946)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,529 miles
    Test number
    262991007349
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre valves cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slight bind
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage

  17. Pass94,583 miles (+10,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,583 miles
    Test number
    265992391963
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  18. Pass83,900 miles (+10,051)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,900 miles
    Test number
    405170005145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,849 miles (+11,152)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,849 miles
    Test number
    448929094007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,697 miles (+13,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,697 miles
    Test number
    976124523137
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass49,175 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,175 miles
    Test number
    188236222165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Fail49,175 miles (+14,555)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,175 miles
    Test number
    728226022120
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Pass34,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,620 miles
    Test number
    969709921150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 WUT

Does LX08 WUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX08 WUT expired on 12 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX08 WUT?
The MOT on LX08 WUT expired on 12 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX08 WUT done?
LX08 WUT was recorded at 138,610 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 7,044 miles a year.
Has LX08 WUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 WUT has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LX08 WUT 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 LX08 WUT find?
LX08 WUT failed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; front brakes imbalanced across an axle; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 2 more.

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