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White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

V8 LYFMOT history

V8 LYF is a white petrol MINI first used on 27 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 82,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

V8 LYF white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
82,373 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 LYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 LYF was last recorded at 82,373 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 6,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,129 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,244 miles
Average per year
6,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,373 miles
  • 2025 – 76,129 miles
  • 2024 – 67,309 miles
  • 2023 – 55,432 miles
  • 2022 – 51,321 miles
  • 2021 – 49,210 miles
  • 2019 – 44,455 miles
  • 2018 – 37,866 miles
  • 2017 – 31,791 miles
  • 2016 – 28,442 miles
  • 2015 – 13,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,373 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,373 miles (+6,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    82,373 miles
    Test number
    156171040401
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass76,129 miles (+8,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,129 miles
    Test number
    695680436120
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant stains on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,309 miles (+11,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    67,309 miles
    Test number
    695431097592
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass55,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,432 miles
    Test number
    991553534226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Screw in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Screw in tyre

  5. Fail55,432 miles (+4,111)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,432 miles
    Test number
    480761091387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Screw in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Screw in tyre

  6. Pass51,321 miles (+2,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    51,321 miles
    Test number
    761881399181
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass49,210 miles (+4,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,210 miles
    Test number
    224863569793
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass44,455 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,455 miles
    Test number
    860055109774
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Disconnected (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN DOWN TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished, has cuts is worn unevenly, close to limit in places
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail44,455 miles (+6,589)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,455 miles
    Test number
    456339620385
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/45/17 r/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN DOWN TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished, has cuts is worn unevenly, close to limit in places
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass37,866 miles (+6,075)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,866 miles
    Test number
    924395282039
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront discs and pads lipped and worn

  11. Pass31,791 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,791 miles
    Test number
    935259626126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,442 miles (+14,774)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,442 miles
    Test number
    248905530819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,668 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    13,668 miles
    Test number
    146051925160
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low outer edge.

Questions about V8 LYF

Does V8 LYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 LYF is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 LYF?
The MOT on V8 LYF is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 LYF done?
V8 LYF was recorded at 82,373 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 6,327 miles a year.
Has V8 LYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 LYF has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V8 LYF 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 LYF find?
V8 LYF passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: central front fluid leak, but not excessive coolant; central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener, and 1 more.

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