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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L5 OCXMOT history

L5 OCX is a black petrol MINI first used on 10 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 133,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

L5 OCX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
133,138 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 OCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 OCX was last recorded at 133,138 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,134 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,138 miles
  • 2025 – 130,958 miles
  • 2024 – 127,873 miles
  • 2023 – 125,671 miles
  • 2022 – 121,822 miles
  • 2021 – 116,356 miles
  • 2020 – 111,536 miles
  • 2019 – 104,890 miles
  • 2018 – 104,213 miles
  • 2017 – 101,540 miles
  • 2016 – 91,250 miles
  • 2015 – 78,969 miles
  • 2014 – 66,307 miles
  • 2013 – 54,609 miles
  • 2012 – 44,529 miles
  • 2011 – 41,247 miles
  • 2010 – 35,723 miles
  • 2009 – 30,422 miles
  • 2008 – 27,219 miles
  • 2007 – 22,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,138 miles
  • AdvisorySlight bulge n/s rear tyre outer wallRecorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,138 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    133,138 miles
    Test number
    395548049087
    • AdvisorySlight bulge n/s rear tyre outer wall

  2. Fail133,134 miles (+2,176)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,134 miles
    Test number
    452208993952
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s parking brake poor
    • AdvisorySlight bulge n/s rear tyre outer wall

  3. Pass130,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,958 miles
    Test number
    788627962825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail130,956 miles (+3,083)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,956 miles
    Test number
    412437025154
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,873 miles (+2,202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    127,873 miles
    Test number
    299026523770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,671 miles (+3,849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    125,671 miles
    Test number
    473567666691
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass121,822 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,822 miles
    Test number
    606787206675
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail121,821 miles (+5,465)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,821 miles
    Test number
    995169076521
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern to both headlamps on dip

  9. Pass116,356 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    116,356 miles
    Test number
    330246279495
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail116,284 miles (+4,748)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,284 miles
    Test number
    981026468532
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass111,536 miles (+6,646)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,536 miles
    Test number
    799160814803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,890 miles
    Test number
    266020525554
    • AdvisoryOffside wing repeater cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail104,890 miles (+677)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,890 miles
    Test number
    742592197390
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing repeater cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass104,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,213 miles
    Test number
    852523992249
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater bulb cover missing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail104,213 miles (+2,673)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,213 miles
    Test number
    122965116603
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad surface (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater bulb cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass101,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,540 miles
    Test number
    981191388770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,540 miles (+10,290)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,540 miles
    Test number
    611850536807
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass91,250 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,250 miles
    Test number
    681945011775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFour wheel trim centre covers fitted.

  19. Fail91,250 miles (+12,281)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,250 miles
    Test number
    234482490877
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFour wheel trim centre covers fitted.

  20. Pass78,969 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,969 miles
    Test number
    597387605134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rear box starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteFour wheel centre trim covers fitted.

  21. Fail78,969 miles (+12,662)3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,969 miles
    Test number
    916977505184
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rear box starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteFour wheel centre trim covers fitted.

  22. Pass66,307 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    129719804155
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail66,307 miles (+11,698)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    448438204195
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn unevenly
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass54,609 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,609 miles
    Test number
    465397913128
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated (outer skin coming off)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail54,609 miles (+10,080)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,609 miles
    Test number
    387556013156
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated (outer skin coming off)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass44,529 miles (+3,282)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,529 miles
    Test number
    768529522150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,247 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,247 miles
    Test number
    186864771129
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  28. Fail41,247 miles (+5,524)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,247 miles
    Test number
    955346161189
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  29. Pass35,723 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    461737900050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Fail35,723 miles (+5,301)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    654707200001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass30,422 miles (+3,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,422 miles
    Test number
    580099829019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass27,219 miles (+4,509)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,219 miles
    Test number
    442350138028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass22,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,710 miles
    Test number
    874063837017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail22,700 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,700 miles
    Test number
    150523837053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about L5 OCX

Does L5 OCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 OCX is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 OCX?
The MOT on L5 OCX is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 OCX done?
L5 OCX was recorded at 133,138 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,627 miles a year.
Has L5 OCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 OCX has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 OCX 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 L5 OCX find?
L5 OCX passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: slight bulge n/s rear tyre outer wall.

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