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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,397 cc

Y18 LCDMOT history

Y18 LCD is a blue petrol MINI first used on 18 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

Y18 LCD blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,129 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 LCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 LCD was last recorded at 98,129 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,122 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,129 miles
  • 2025 – 93,371 miles
  • 2024 – 88,105 miles
  • 2023 – 81,252 miles
  • 2022 – 75,387 miles
  • 2021 – 73,595 miles
  • 2020 – 72,394 miles
  • 2019 – 70,318 miles
  • 2017 – 68,523 miles
  • 2016 – 60,662 miles
  • 2014 – 53,321 miles
  • 2013 – 27,269 miles
  • 2012 – 20,161 miles
  • 2011 – 12,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,129 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroded not expected to lastRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront lower engine mounting workRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deterioratedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,129 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,129 miles
    Test number
    911794087811
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroded not expected to last
    • AdvisoryFront lower engine mounting work
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  2. Fail98,122 miles (+4,751)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,122 miles
    Test number
    583809752133
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroded not expected to last
    • AdvisoryFront lower engine mounting work
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  3. Pass93,371 miles (+9)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,371 miles
    Test number
    427306497389
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisorySubframe corroded

  4. Fail93,362 miles (+5,257)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    712104937406
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant on minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisorySubframe corroded

  5. Pass88,105 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,105 miles
    Test number
    375389503841
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum

  6. Fail88,105 miles (+6,853)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,105 miles
    Test number
    704525372735
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum

  7. Pass81,252 miles (+5,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,252 miles
    Test number
    113889322063
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass75,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,387 miles
    Test number
    423418313023
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle components very rusty

  9. Fail75,386 miles (+1,791)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,386 miles
    Test number
    472970232732
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle components very rusty

  10. Pass73,595 miles (+1,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,595 miles
    Test number
    235427979598
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi not expected to last

  11. Pass72,394 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,394 miles
    Test number
    553409027599
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail72,380 miles (+2,062)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    959813467268
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass70,318 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,318 miles
    Test number
    380881099022
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroding and suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing and cracking

  14. Fail70,318 miles (+1,795)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,318 miles
    Test number
    546149681109
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification not located correctly or incorrect spring fitted (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames corroding and suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing and cracking

  15. Pass68,523 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    68,523 miles
    Test number
    495990295547
    • AdvisoryFront sum frame and components corroding
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam and components corroding
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish

  16. Fail68,523 miles (+2,395)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,523 miles
    Test number
    636480162217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront sum frame and components corroding
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam and components corroding
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish

  17. Pass66,128 miles (+5,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,128 miles
    Test number
    390750480590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/r wheel slightly drag

  18. Pass60,662 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,662 miles
    Test number
    856520597959
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail60,662 miles (+7,341)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,662 miles
    Test number
    697229252864
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass53,321 miles (+12,122)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    53,321 miles
    Test number
    325111564369
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteNearside front inner wheel arch cover insecure

  21. Pass41,199 miles (+13,930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,199 miles
    Test number
    407997914002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,269 miles (+7,108)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    27,269 miles
    Test number
    518308913075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,161 miles (+7,440)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    20,161 miles
    Test number
    219837112071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    12,721 miles
    Test number
    168784511012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 LCD

Does Y18 LCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 LCD is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 LCD?
The MOT on Y18 LCD is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 LCD done?
Y18 LCD was recorded at 98,129 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 5,628 miles a year.
Has Y18 LCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 LCD has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y18 LCD 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 Y18 LCD find?
Y18 LCD passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust sleeve corroded not expected to last; front lower engine mounting work; fuel cap seal deteriorated.

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