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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

L55 PTLMOT history

L55 PTL is a blue petrol MINI first used on 3 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 90,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

L55 PTL blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,792 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 PTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 PTL was last recorded at 90,792 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2008: 29,005 miles, lower than 51,404 miles on 31 Aug 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,107 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
685 miles
Average per year
3,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,792 miles
  • 2025 – 90,107 miles
  • 2024 – 88,041 miles
  • 2023 – 84,720 miles
  • 2022 – 84,237 miles
  • 2021 – 83,717 miles
  • 2020 – 83,237 miles
  • 2019 – 80,753 miles
  • 2018 – 77,181 miles
  • 2017 – 73,019 miles
  • 2016 – 67,576 miles
  • 2015 – 61,798 miles
  • 2014 – 56,960 miles
  • 2013 – 51,229 miles
  • 2012 – 48,567 miles
  • 2011 – 44,613 miles
  • 2010 – 40,469 miles
  • 2009 – 34,611 miles
  • 2008 – 29,005 miles
  • 2007 – 51,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,792 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Plastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,792 miles
    Test number
    902879401787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail90,792 miles (+685)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,792 miles
    Test number
    567761124436
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass90,107 miles (+2,066)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,107 miles
    Test number
    449542232780
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy wheel to driveshaft bearing slight noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass88,041 miles (+3,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,041 miles
    Test number
    164420498547
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass84,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,720 miles
    Test number
    784845452863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,720 miles (+483)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,720 miles
    Test number
    895890070873
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,237 miles (+4)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,237 miles
    Test number
    652273796087
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

  8. Fail84,233 miles (+516)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,233 miles
    Test number
    559139271680
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

  9. Pass83,717 miles (+480)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,717 miles
    Test number
    331835329360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass83,237 miles (+2,484)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    278553625401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty in places
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

  11. Pass80,753 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,753 miles
    Test number
    698665858584
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear sub-frame corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty in places
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

  12. Fail80,751 miles (+3,570)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,751 miles
    Test number
    646630981016
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear sub-frame corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty in places
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted preventing a full inspection of the prescribed area

  13. Pass77,181 miles (+4,162)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,181 miles
    Test number
    950531605172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass73,019 miles (+5,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,019 miles
    Test number
    873353391206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass67,576 miles (+5,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    67,576 miles
    Test number
    916894548082
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass61,798 miles (+4,838)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    652113207382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,960 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,960 miles
    Test number
    199794434240
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  18. Pass56,960 miles (+5,731)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,960 miles
    Test number
    217534834234
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  19. Pass51,229 miles (+2,662)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,229 miles
    Test number
    438044633270
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very badly deteriorated and on the legal limit inner edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust system deteriorated and is noisey due to baffles loose inside

  20. Pass48,567 miles (+3,954)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,567 miles
    Test number
    375217922471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  21. Pass44,613 miles (+4,144)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,613 miles
    Test number
    216990621222
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass40,469 miles (+5,858)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,469 miles
    Test number
    251690410275
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • NoteBoth headlight aims slightly low
    • NoteMinor wear in steering rack inner joints
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteSlight wear to front wishbone rear bushes
    • NoteUneven wear to nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass34,611 miles (+5,606)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,611 miles
    Test number
    582181319213
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass29,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,005 miles
    Test number
    110806548256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,005 miles (-22,399)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,005 miles
    Test number
    374246948221
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass51,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,404 miles
    Test number
    531103547216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,404 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,404 miles
    Test number
    302373047405
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L55 PTL

Does L55 PTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 PTL is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 PTL?
The MOT on L55 PTL is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 PTL done?
L55 PTL was recorded at 90,792 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,745 miles a year.
Has L55 PTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 PTL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 PTL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 PTL find?
L55 PTL passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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