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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L55 MPTMOT history

L55 MPT is a black petrol MINI first used on 21 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 57,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

L55 MPT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
57,496 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 MPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 MPT was last recorded at 57,496 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,489 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,496 miles
  • 2025 – 56,968 miles
  • 2024 – 55,910 miles
  • 2023 – 49,169 miles
  • 2022 – 45,307 miles
  • 2021 – 44,210 miles
  • 2020 – 39,230 miles
  • 2019 – 38,686 miles
  • 2018 – 37,967 miles
  • 2017 – 35,101 miles
  • 2016 – 34,244 miles
  • 2015 – 33,074 miles
  • 2014 – 31,607 miles
  • 2013 – 30,671 miles
  • 2012 – 30,138 miles
  • 2011 – 29,476 miles
  • 2010 – 28,561 miles
  • 2009 – 27,586 miles
  • 2008 – 26,821 miles
  • 2007 – 25,306 miles
  • 2006 – 23,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,496 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all + seat belts removedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder body / suspension components corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & outter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,496 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    57,496 miles
    Test number
    427102992828
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all + seat belts removed
    • AdvisoryUnder body / suspension components corroding

  2. Fail57,489 miles (+27)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,489 miles
    Test number
    553617470422
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder in screen (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all + seat belts removed
    • AdvisoryUnder body / suspension components corroding

  3. Fail57,462 miles (+494)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,462 miles
    Test number
    397535778420
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pies slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside and offside trailing arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed, seat belts not tested
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp illuminated

  4. Pass56,968 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    56,968 miles
    Test number
    850201614630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,910 miles (+6,741)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    55,910 miles
    Test number
    687395555416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,169 miles (+3)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    49,169 miles
    Test number
    373789297038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & outter (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail49,166 miles (+3,859)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,166 miles
    Test number
    546805870775
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & outter (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass45,307 miles (+1,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    45,307 miles
    Test number
    679754005148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass44,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    44,210 miles
    Test number
    900626130434
    • 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))

  10. Fail44,210 miles (+4,980)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,210 miles
    Test number
    187638434536
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass39,230 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    39,230 miles
    Test number
    592427646012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,686 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    38,686 miles
    Test number
    348364789246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,967 miles
    Test number
    232894371326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,967 miles (+2,866)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,967 miles
    Test number
    820764869822
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass35,101 miles (+857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,101 miles
    Test number
    775888416635
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to perish
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish

  16. Pass34,244 miles (+1,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,244 miles
    Test number
    959218812434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass33,074 miles (+1,467)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    33,074 miles
    Test number
    887864275102
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread cracking.
    • NoteO/s/f inner washer jet blocked.
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly binding.

  18. Pass31,607 miles (+936)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    31,607 miles
    Test number
    606250074125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly binding.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating.
    • NoteVarious small stone chips on windscreen.

  19. Pass30,671 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,671 miles
    Test number
    946871373185
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished

  20. Fail30,665 miles (+527)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,665 miles
    Test number
    777109563135
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished

  21. Pass30,138 miles (+662)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,138 miles
    Test number
    586392072105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has slightly cracking tread

  22. Pass29,476 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,476 miles
    Test number
    309164971156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,561 miles (+975)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,561 miles
    Test number
    534495060116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,586 miles
    Test number
    663246969128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,586 miles (+765)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,586 miles
    Test number
    944586369112
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres cracking (dunlop 205/45r1784v)
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly binding.

  26. Pass26,821 miles (+1,515)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,821 miles
    Test number
    542832778185
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSplits in both rear tyre treads

  27. Fail25,306 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,306 miles
    Test number
    700991977124
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteO\s reg light lens not fitted

  28. Pass25,306 miles (+1,659)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,306 miles
    Test number
    782811977174
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteO\s reg light lens not fitted

  29. Pass23,647 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,647 miles
    Test number
    350575466148
    • NoteO\s rear brake binding

Questions about L55 MPT

Does L55 MPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 MPT is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 MPT?
The MOT on L55 MPT is valid until 9 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 MPT done?
L55 MPT was recorded at 57,496 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 1,686 miles a year.
Has L55 MPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 MPT has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 MPT 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 MPT find?
L55 MPT passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all + seat belts removed; under body / suspension components corroding.

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