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White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

Y5 LYCMOT history

Y5 LYC is a white petrol MINI first used on 3 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

Y5 LYC white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
82,503 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 LYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 LYC was last recorded at 82,503 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,503 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,503 miles
  • 2025 – 80,488 miles
  • 2024 – 77,532 miles
  • 2023 – 71,167 miles
  • 2022 – 65,514 miles
  • 2021 – 56,392 miles
  • 2020 – 52,842 miles
  • 2019 – 49,789 miles
  • 2018 – 47,087 miles
  • 2017 – 41,530 miles
  • 2016 – 31,859 miles
  • 2015 – 22,161 miles
  • 2014 – 18,664 miles
  • 2013 – 11,260 miles
  • 2012 – 4,575 miles
  • 2011 – 3,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,503 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,503 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    82,503 miles
    Test number
    776195692262
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail82,503 miles (+2,015)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,503 miles
    Test number
    279823851571
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass80,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    704565930803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,488 miles (+2,956)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    610502849362
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,532 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,532 miles
    Test number
    698448015353
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail77,532 miles (+6,365)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,532 miles
    Test number
    140884963768
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,167 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    71,167 miles
    Test number
    826197458907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,514 miles (+9,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,514 miles
    Test number
    491741069106
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass56,392 miles (+3,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    264303226110
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass52,842 miles (+3,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,842 miles
    Test number
    312460683092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass49,789 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    579410676889
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre excessively bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  12. Fail49,789 miles (+2,702)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    459771064164
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre excessively bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Pass47,087 miles (+5,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    329875149725
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass41,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,530 miles
    Test number
    643628027848
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded and support broken

  15. Fail41,530 miles (+9,671)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,530 miles
    Test number
    735678623915
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded and support broken

  16. Pass31,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,859 miles
    Test number
    582725579505
    • AdvisoryRear ex. box bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Fail31,859 miles (+9,698)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,859 miles
    Test number
    942739379546
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear ex. box bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Fail22,161 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,161 miles
    Test number
    887276235019
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass22,161 miles (+3,497)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    22,161 miles
    Test number
    927156435006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,664 miles (+7,404)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,664 miles
    Test number
    269509874190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    11,260 miles
    Test number
    286403273401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail11,260 miles (+6,685)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,260 miles
    Test number
    885733673138
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass4,575 miles (+745)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    4,575 miles
    Test number
    336261602207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,830 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    3,830 miles
    Test number
    136306161160
    • NoteFront reg plate slightly damaged
    • NoteWipers smearing

Questions about Y5 LYC

Does Y5 LYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 LYC is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 LYC?
The MOT on Y5 LYC is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 LYC done?
Y5 LYC was recorded at 82,503 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 5,202 miles a year.
Has Y5 LYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 LYC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 LYC 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 Y5 LYC find?
Y5 LYC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak.

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