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Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X8 EVLMOT history

X8 EVL is a grey diesel MINI first used on 14 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 117,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
117,178 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 EVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 EVL was last recorded at 117,178 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 5,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,665 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,513 miles
Average per year
8,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,178 miles
  • 2025 – 111,665 miles
  • 2024 – 104,856 miles
  • 2023 – 94,806 miles
  • 2022 – 83,156 miles
  • 2021 – 76,398 miles
  • 2020 – 68,778 miles
  • 2019 – 65,623 miles
  • 2018 – 54,881 miles
  • 2017 – 45,377 miles
  • 2016 – 37,381 miles
  • 2015 – 24,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,178 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,178 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    117,178 miles
    Test number
    393477981708
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail117,178 miles (+5,513)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,178 miles
    Test number
    723019272959
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play strong advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    530353724268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all over (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,665 miles (+6,809)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    395047450850
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all over (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    104,856 miles
    Test number
    858474359836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,856 miles (+10,050)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,856 miles
    Test number
    726715282387
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass94,806 miles (+11,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,806 miles
    Test number
    716969127675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass83,156 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,156 miles
    Test number
    225743470536
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail83,151 miles (+6,753)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    661466248962
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Underguard Rear Fixing Insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,398 miles (+7,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,398 miles
    Test number
    240837550620
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass68,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    68,778 miles
    Test number
    618848121557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,778 miles (+3,155)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,778 miles
    Test number
    350738694863
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass65,623 miles (+10,742)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,623 miles
    Test number
    851392207696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,881 miles (+9,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,881 miles
    Test number
    375157143594
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres 3mm

  15. Pass45,377 miles (+7,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    45,377 miles
    Test number
    323493166304
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / Under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

  16. Pass37,381 miles (+12,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    37,381 miles
    Test number
    107667821422
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass24,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    24,784 miles
    Test number
    987613379450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X8 EVL

Does X8 EVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 EVL is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 EVL?
The MOT on X8 EVL is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 EVL done?
X8 EVL was recorded at 117,178 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 8,695 miles a year.
Has X8 EVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 EVL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 EVL 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 X8 EVL find?
X8 EVL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front inner suspension arm ball joint has slight play strong advise; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 4 more.

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