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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

R70 LCSMOT history

R70 LCS is a red petrol MINI first used on 11 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 83,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

R70 LCS red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2027
Mileage
83,816 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R70 LCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R70 LCS was last recorded at 83,816 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 4,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2024: 71,648 miles, lower than 90,666 miles on 22 Jul 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,058 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,758 miles
Average per year
2,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,816 miles
  • 2025 – 79,058 miles
  • 2024 – 71,657 miles
  • 2021 – 90,666 miles
  • 2020 – 87,732 miles
  • 2019 – 86,383 miles
  • 2018 – 84,581 miles
  • 2017 – 82,574 miles
  • 2016 – 80,652 miles
  • 2015 – 78,908 miles
  • 2014 – 76,822 miles
  • 2013 – 74,703 miles
  • 2012 – 72,831 miles
  • 2011 – 70,098 miles
  • 2010 – 63,443 miles
  • 2009 – 58,821 miles
  • 2008 – 50,421 miles
  • 2007 – 43,272 miles
  • 2006 – 38,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,816 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,816 miles (+4,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    83,816 miles
    Test number
    544036101037
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,058 miles (+7,401)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,058 miles
    Test number
    802096953514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded.

  3. Pass71,657 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    71,657 miles
    Test number
    134876992960
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail71,648 miles2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,648 miles
    Test number
    569433246176
    • MajorOffside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position catch faulty (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    499301811466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  6. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    902946162874
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307911956090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass90,666 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,666 miles
    Test number
    551269944827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,732 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,732 miles
    Test number
    668756682000
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail87,730 miles (+1,347)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,730 miles
    Test number
    252836454731
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass86,383 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,383 miles
    Test number
    779245803809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail86,380 miles (+1,799)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,380 miles
    Test number
    715638562429
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass84,581 miles (+2,007)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,581 miles
    Test number
    717722607562
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass82,574 miles (+1,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,574 miles
    Test number
    401057827790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass80,652 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,652 miles
    Test number
    825518353365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,908 miles (+2,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,908 miles
    Test number
    332069857577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nailed
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  17. Pass76,822 miles (+2,119)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,822 miles
    Test number
    657276204281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,703 miles
    Test number
    545347603227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,699 miles (+1,868)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,699 miles
    Test number
    506887703246
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass72,831 miles (+2,733)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,831 miles
    Test number
    545268522296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear tyres worn on outter edges

  21. Pass70,098 miles (+6,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,098 miles
    Test number
    378562691128
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass63,443 miles (+4,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,443 miles
    Test number
    994276760196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass58,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    990054489149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,821 miles (+8,400)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,821 miles
    Test number
    672094689137
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass50,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,421 miles
    Test number
    521475688165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,421 miles (+7,149)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,421 miles
    Test number
    211965088459
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass43,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,272 miles
    Test number
    994200287171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail43,272 miles (+4,733)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,272 miles
    Test number
    982759577160
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass38,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,539 miles
    Test number
    243811186459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R70 LCS

Does R70 LCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R70 LCS is valid until 6 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on R70 LCS?
The MOT on R70 LCS is valid until 6 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R70 LCS done?
R70 LCS was recorded at 83,816 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 2,233 miles a year.
Has R70 LCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R70 LCS has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R70 LCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R70 LCS find?
R70 LCS passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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