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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

R70 LRHMOT history

R70 LRH is a grey diesel MINI first used on 20 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 41,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

R70 LRH grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
41,832 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R70 LRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R70 LRH was last recorded at 41,832 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 4,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,351 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,481 miles
Average per year
2,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 41,832 miles
  • 2024 – 37,351 miles
  • 2023 – 33,534 miles
  • 2022 – 29,836 miles
  • 2021 – 26,634 miles
  • 2020 – 24,091 miles
  • 2019 – 19,599 miles
  • 2018 – 16,719 miles
  • 2017 – 15,075 miles
  • 2016 – 12,140 miles
  • 2015 – 9,478 miles
  • 2014 – 8,174 miles
  • 2013 – 7,361 miles
  • 2012 – 6,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,832 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass41,832 miles (+4,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    41,832 miles
    Test number
    343168919875
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass37,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    37,351 miles
    Test number
    155283344355
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail37,351 miles (+3,817)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,351 miles
    Test number
    182478675921
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass33,534 miles (+3,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    33,534 miles
    Test number
    314951849888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass29,836 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    29,836 miles
    Test number
    356063316188
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail29,834 miles (+3,200)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,834 miles
    Test number
    150517196412
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass26,634 miles (+2,543)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    26,634 miles
    Test number
    549014546194
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner + outer edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass24,091 miles (+4,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    24,091 miles
    Test number
    354381708120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracked shoulders 195/55 16 @4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass19,599 miles (+2,880)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    19,599 miles
    Test number
    912617082055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass16,719 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    16,719 miles
    Test number
    339172691236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,075 miles (+2,935)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    15,075 miles
    Test number
    769508556533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1n)

  12. Pass12,140 miles (+2,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    12,140 miles
    Test number
    989091980843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

  13. Pass9,478 miles (+1,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    9,478 miles
    Test number
    885360245186
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass8,174 miles (+813)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    8,174 miles
    Test number
    589150844196
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer egde wearing

  15. Fail7,361 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,361 miles
    Test number
    239680553179
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre, outer egde wearing thin

  16. Pass7,361 miles (+766)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    7,361 miles
    Test number
    245340953144
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre, outer egde wearing thin

  17. Pass6,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    6,595 miles
    Test number
    969891072191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R70 LRH

Does R70 LRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R70 LRH is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on R70 LRH?
The MOT on R70 LRH is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R70 LRH done?
R70 LRH was recorded at 41,832 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 2,626 miles a year.
Has R70 LRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R70 LRH has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on R70 LRH 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 R70 LRH find?
R70 LRH passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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