MINI Cooper
Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,598 cc
T29 LMBMOT history
T29 LMB is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 10 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,007 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 88,007 mi
- At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 19
- 12 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 4,575 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T29 LMB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Model
- Cooper
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 10 Sept 2009
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T29 LMB was last recorded at 88,007 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 4,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 83,691 miles · 19 Mar 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 4,316 miles
- Average per year
- 4,575 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 88,007 miles
- 2024 – 83,691 miles
- 2023 – 78,842 miles
- 2022 – 78,671 miles
- 2021 – 74,479 miles
- 2020 – 72,642 miles
- 2019 – 65,788 miles
- 2018 – 59,019 miles
- 2017 – 51,488 miles
- 2016 – 43,286 miles
- 2014 – 40,518 miles
- 2013 – 35,779 miles
- 2012 – 26,105 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass88,007 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
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 Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play tierod end.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
19 tests since 5 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass88,007 miles2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 17 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 88,007 miles
- Test number
- 422463379615
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Fail87,999 miles (+4,308)4 major2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,999 miles
- Test number
- 213770730837
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Pass83,691 miles (+6)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 83,691 miles
- Test number
- 539934381520
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail83,685 miles (+4,843)5 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,685 miles
- Test number
- 525830724606
- 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))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass78,842 miles (+171)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 78,842 miles
- Test number
- 704642949858
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Fail78,671 miles (+4,192)5 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,671 miles
- Test number
- 836303122606
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass74,479 miles (+1,837)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 74,479 miles
- Test number
- 268454511110
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play tie arm joint has play. (on failure limit) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and perishing. (on failure limit) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass72,642 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 72,642 miles
- Test number
- 823668594537
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play tierod end. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail72,642 miles (+6,854)2 major3 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,642 miles
- Test number
- 551450870005
- MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorEmissions not tested due to leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play tierod end. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass65,788 miles (+6,769)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 65,788 miles
- Test number
- 370743051815
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,019 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2019
- Odometer
- 59,019 miles
- Test number
- 651796614375
- AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s worn (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight cracking
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak slight leak from gearbox seal
Fail59,019 miles (+7,531)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,019 miles
- Test number
- 371178493632
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s worn (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight cracking
- AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak slight leak from gearbox seal
Pass51,488 miles (+8,202)
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2018
- Odometer
- 51,488 miles
- Test number
- 454668791912
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,286 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 43,286 miles
- Test number
- 309381546650
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail43,284 miles (+2,766)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,284 miles
- Test number
- 974271870526
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass40,518 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 40,518 miles
- Test number
- 376096524446
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail40,516 miles (+4,737)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,516 miles
- Test number
- 899896024292
- FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass35,779 miles (+9,674)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 35,779 miles
- Test number
- 747878423246
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass26,105 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 26,105 miles
- Test number
- 386779242228
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about T29 LMB
- Does T29 LMB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 LMB is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T29 LMB?
- The MOT on T29 LMB is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T29 LMB done?
- T29 LMB was recorded at 88,007 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
- Has T29 LMB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T29 LMB has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on T29 LMB 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 T29 LMB find?
- T29 LMB passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.
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