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Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc

LX09 RRUMOT history

LX09 RRU is a red petrol MINI first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 56,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

LX09 RRU red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2026
Mileage
56,149 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 RRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 RRU was last recorded at 56,149 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 1,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,384 miles · 14 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,765 miles
Average per year
3,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 56,149 miles
  • 2024 – 54,384 miles
  • 2023 – 51,656 miles
  • 2022 – 50,070 miles
  • 2021 – 43,174 miles
  • 2020 – 38,305 miles
  • 2019 – 34,817 miles
  • 2018 – 32,434 miles
  • 2017 – 29,442 miles
  • 2016 – 26,743 miles
  • 2015 – 22,925 miles
  • 2014 – 19,001 miles
  • 2013 – 14,757 miles
  • 2012 – 11,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,149 miles

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,149 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    56,149 miles
    Test number
    425922847300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,384 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    54,384 miles
    Test number
    336662825148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail54,368 miles (+2,712)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,368 miles
    Test number
    704291479162
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  4. Pass51,656 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    51,656 miles
    Test number
    142947086353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail51,649 miles (+1,579)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,649 miles
    Test number
    466665350696
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  6. Pass50,070 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,070 miles
    Test number
    890306976444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,039 miles (+6,865)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,039 miles
    Test number
    711956226667
    • DangerousOffside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake wear sensor (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass43,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    43,174 miles
    Test number
    966566439844
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail43,174 miles (+4,869)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,174 miles
    Test number
    259403763498
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass38,305 miles (+3,488)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    38,305 miles
    Test number
    722502678533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,817 miles
    Test number
    411643420159
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail34,817 miles (+2,383)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,817 miles
    Test number
    279577362879
    • 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 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass32,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    32,434 miles
    Test number
    282760586129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,434 miles (+2,992)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,434 miles
    Test number
    438491069060
    • 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 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))
  15. Pass29,442 miles (+2,699)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,442 miles
    Test number
    622787340007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,743 miles (+3,818)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    26,743 miles
    Test number
    682872357693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,925 miles (+3,924)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,925 miles
    Test number
    635631695183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,001 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    19,001 miles
    Test number
    217722194177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    14,757 miles
    Test number
    798139393042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,756 miles (+3,698)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,756 miles
    Test number
    918039893040
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
  21. Pass11,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    11,058 miles
    Test number
    835523732046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX09 RRU

Does LX09 RRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX09 RRU expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX09 RRU?
The MOT on LX09 RRU expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX09 RRU done?
LX09 RRU was recorded at 56,149 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 3,302 miles a year.
Has LX09 RRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 RRU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LX09 RRU 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 LX09 RRU find?
LX09 RRU passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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