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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,397 cc

Y18 LLJMOT history

Y18 LLJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 63,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

Y18 LLJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
63,309 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 LLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 LLJ was last recorded at 63,309 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 5,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
58,120 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,189 miles
Average per year
2,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,309 miles
  • 2025 – 58,120 miles
  • 2024 – 55,502 miles
  • 2023 – 53,404 miles
  • 2022 – 50,886 miles
  • 2021 – 47,936 miles
  • 2020 – 45,487 miles
  • 2019 – 43,622 miles
  • 2018 – 41,142 miles
  • 2017 – 38,772 miles
  • 2016 – 35,892 miles
  • 2015 – 32,459 miles
  • 2014 – 28,330 miles
  • 2013 – 26,383 miles
  • 2012 – 22,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,309 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and mounting broken (still secure) (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroding (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,309 miles (+5,189)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    63,309 miles
    Test number
    883082149357
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and mounting broken (still secure) (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroding (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass58,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,120 miles
    Test number
    805251422991
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail58,116 miles (+2,614)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,116 miles
    Test number
    622983743419
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass55,502 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    55,502 miles
    Test number
    831240920597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass53,404 miles (+2,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    53,404 miles
    Test number
    839548103184
    • AdvisoryFront inner rack arms slight play
    • 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))

  6. Pass50,886 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,886 miles
    Test number
    411512419718
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  7. Fail50,886 miles (+2,950)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,886 miles
    Test number
    723651649744
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  8. Pass47,936 miles (+2,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,936 miles
    Test number
    578594533328
    • AdvisoryFront Slight corrosion under the car

  9. Pass45,487 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,487 miles
    Test number
    719778927180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,622 miles (+2,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    43,622 miles
    Test number
    737171552806
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn front arms rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass41,142 miles (+2,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,142 miles
    Test number
    519903362422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (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))

  12. Pass38,772 miles (+2,880)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,772 miles
    Test number
    742152569320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,892 miles
    Test number
    498260753349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,892 miles (+3,433)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,892 miles
    Test number
    984398549421
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass32,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,459 miles
    Test number
    593821862723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,459 miles (+4,129)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,459 miles
    Test number
    208954003205
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass28,330 miles (+1,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,330 miles
    Test number
    878174634235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,383 miles (+3,567)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    26,383 miles
    Test number
    748930163232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass22,816 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,816 miles
    Test number
    317903732450
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S front wiper split at end
    • NoteOil level top up req

  20. Fail22,816 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,816 miles
    Test number
    776103732268
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S front wiper split at end
    • NoteOil level top up req

Questions about Y18 LLJ

Does Y18 LLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 LLJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 LLJ?
The MOT on Y18 LLJ is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 LLJ done?
Y18 LLJ was recorded at 63,309 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 2,879 miles a year.
Has Y18 LLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 LLJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 LLJ 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 LLJ find?
Y18 LLJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective and mounting broken (still secure); exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroding; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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