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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

L55 CHDMOT history

L55 CHD is a green petrol MINI first used on 25 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

L55 CHD green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,014 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2023
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 CHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 CHD was last recorded at 105,014 miles on 31 May 2023, 2,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,544 miles · 14 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2,470 miles
Average per year
4,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,014 miles
  • 2022 – 102,544 miles
  • 2021 – 98,110 miles
  • 2020 – 96,322 miles
  • 2019 – 94,465 miles
  • 2018 – 91,112 miles
  • 2017 – 88,304 miles
  • 2016 – 85,806 miles
  • 2015 – 81,744 miles
  • 2014 – 77,583 miles
  • 2013 – 74,130 miles
  • 2012 – 69,816 miles
  • 2011 – 66,625 miles
  • 2010 – 63,283 miles
  • 2009 – 58,768 miles
  • 2008 – 51,834 miles
  • 2007 – 44,210 miles
  • 2006 – 34,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrosionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    558316705051
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  2. FailMileage not read2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    278233820322
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    240483364150
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  4. FailMileage not read1 major3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    475468509912
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    435918314736
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  6. FailMileage not read1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    385139111343
    • Repaired at testOuter Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  7. Pass105,014 miles (+2,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,014 miles
    Test number
    342156006605
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,544 miles (+4,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,544 miles
    Test number
    460009363412
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,110 miles (+1,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,110 miles
    Test number
    187313184143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass96,322 miles (+1,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,322 miles
    Test number
    377354164099
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass94,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,465 miles
    Test number
    191770352890
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail94,465 miles (+3,353)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,465 miles
    Test number
    369866574866
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,112 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,112 miles
    Test number
    525112417068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,304 miles (+2,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,304 miles
    Test number
    173972398683
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass85,806 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,806 miles
    Test number
    887556869851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,744 miles
    Test number
    188540265100
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail81,744 miles (+4,161)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,744 miles
    Test number
    477530465195
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass77,583 miles (+3,453)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,583 miles
    Test number
    217200374185
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  19. Pass74,130 miles (+4,314)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    74,130 miles
    Test number
    177431363102
    • NoteExhuast rear corroded

  20. Pass69,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,816 miles
    Test number
    257812442478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,816 miles (+3,191)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,816 miles
    Test number
    686972542188
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass66,625 miles (+3,342)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    135193541116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on edges

  23. Pass63,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,283 miles
    Test number
    141377230125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,283 miles (+4,515)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,283 miles
    Test number
    222287430444
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Fail58,768 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,768 miles
    Test number
    582810299000
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass58,768 miles (+6,934)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,768 miles
    Test number
    692630499064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,834 miles (+7,624)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    564024638187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,210 miles (+9,980)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,210 miles
    Test number
    224095137494
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  29. Pass34,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    374512336109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail34,230 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    762512436196
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Questions about L55 CHD

Does L55 CHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 CHD is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 CHD?
The MOT on L55 CHD is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 CHD done?
L55 CHD was recorded at 105,014 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2023, an average of 4,151 miles a year.
Has L55 CHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 CHD has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 CHD 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 L55 CHD find?
L55 CHD passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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