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Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

V8 LTHMOT history

V8 LTH is a red petrol MINI first used on 7 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 76,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

V8 LTH red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,014 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 LTH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 LTH was last recorded at 76,014 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,010 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,014 miles
  • 2025 – 73,164 miles
  • 2024 – 69,761 miles
  • 2023 – 66,672 miles
  • 2022 – 64,274 miles
  • 2021 – 60,980 miles
  • 2020 – 60,117 miles
  • 2019 – 58,129 miles
  • 2018 – 55,777 miles
  • 2017 – 53,151 miles
  • 2016 – 51,606 miles
  • 2015 – 49,189 miles
  • 2014 – 46,340 miles
  • 2013 – 40,348 miles
  • 2012 – 33,390 miles
  • 2011 – 27,516 miles
  • 2010 – 21,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,014 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,014 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,014 miles
    Test number
    458945892411
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  2. Fail76,010 miles (+2,846)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,010 miles
    Test number
    373088419137
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  3. Pass73,164 miles (+3,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,164 miles
    Test number
    309571767267
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass69,761 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    69,761 miles
    Test number
    260724622526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,579 miles (+2,907)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,579 miles
    Test number
    170938489155
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  6. Pass66,672 miles (+2,398)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    66,672 miles
    Test number
    521429638778
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass64,274 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,274 miles
    Test number
    109289332054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,980 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,980 miles
    Test number
    294688904987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,117 miles (+1,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,117 miles
    Test number
    631565650111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass58,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,129 miles
    Test number
    842809090666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,129 miles (+2,352)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,129 miles
    Test number
    985553316520
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass55,777 miles (+2,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    55,777 miles
    Test number
    144077838134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass53,151 miles (+1,545)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,151 miles
    Test number
    449273966244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,606 miles (+2,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,606 miles
    Test number
    729006855437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended leg top bearing (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended leg top bearing (2.4.F.3)
  15. Pass49,189 miles (+2,849)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,189 miles
    Test number
    987517515219
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass46,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,340 miles
    Test number
    119507144347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,340 miles (+5,992)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,340 miles
    Test number
    715057244371
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass40,348 miles (+6,958)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,348 miles
    Test number
    756298803354
    • NoteBoth front wiperblades split
    • NoteNsf + osf tyres wearing on outer edge
  19. Pass33,390 miles (+5,874)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,390 miles
    Test number
    686733202371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic covers on sills
  20. Pass27,516 miles (+5,741)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,516 miles
    Test number
    938973491252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    21,775 miles
    Test number
    883772000380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 LTH

Does V8 LTH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 LTH is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 LTH?
The MOT on V8 LTH is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 LTH done?
V8 LTH was recorded at 76,014 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 3,444 miles a year.
Has V8 LTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 LTH has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 LTH 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 V8 LTH find?
V8 LTH passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; front subframe corroded.

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