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White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L55 MNTMOT history

L55 MNT is a white petrol MINI first used on 6 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 79,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

L55 MNT white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,872 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 MNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 MNT was last recorded at 79,872 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 3,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,532 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,340 miles
Average per year
4,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,872 miles
  • 2024 – 76,532 miles
  • 2023 – 72,263 miles
  • 2022 – 68,290 miles
  • 2021 – 64,481 miles
  • 2020 – 60,867 miles
  • 2019 – 55,995 miles
  • 2018 – 51,280 miles
  • 2017 – 46,728 miles
  • 2016 – 42,027 miles
  • 2015 – 30,928 miles
  • 2014 – 14,893 miles
  • 2013 – 13,312 miles
  • 2012 – 12,177 miles
  • 2011 – 11,148 miles
  • 2010 – 9,688 miles
  • 2009 – 8,518 miles
  • 2008 – 7,286 miles
  • 2007 – 5,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,872 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,872 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,872 miles
    Test number
    522996146590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail79,872 miles (+3,340)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,872 miles
    Test number
    394751386882
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass76,532 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,532 miles
    Test number
    413111776814
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal poor/ cracking

  4. Fail76,532 miles (+4,269)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,532 miles
    Test number
    196704909151
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal poor/ cracking

  5. Pass72,263 miles (+3,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    746247512059
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap o ring poor condition

  6. Pass68,290 miles (+3,809)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,290 miles
    Test number
    462905723176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass64,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    477876461479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail64,475 miles (+3,608)2 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,475 miles
    Test number
    223119713027
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,867 miles (+4,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    60,867 miles
    Test number
    447941650619
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outside edge . (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,995 miles (+4,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,995 miles
    Test number
    203105549669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass51,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,280 miles
    Test number
    243148021285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,280 miles (+4,552)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,280 miles
    Test number
    762354015470
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass46,728 miles (+4,701)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    859436313211
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass42,027 miles (+11,099)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,027 miles
    Test number
    456501302264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,928 miles (+16,035)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,928 miles
    Test number
    296532871115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    14,893 miles
    Test number
    995435644225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail14,893 miles (+1,581)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,893 miles
    Test number
    257684044264
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass13,312 miles (+1,135)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    13,312 miles
    Test number
    118841403354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,177 miles (+1,029)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    12,177 miles
    Test number
    308806092259
    • NoteOffside wiper just starting to split

  20. Pass11,148 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    11,148 miles
    Test number
    927247991259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,688 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    9,688 miles
    Test number
    442726750214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,518 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    8,518 miles
    Test number
    863378559297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,286 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    7,286 miles
    Test number
    132632158263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    5,852 miles
    Test number
    151753967260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 MNT

Does L55 MNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 MNT is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L55 MNT?
The MOT on L55 MNT is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 MNT done?
L55 MNT was recorded at 79,872 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 4,092 miles a year.
Has L55 MNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 MNT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 MNT 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 MNT find?
L55 MNT passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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