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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LA05 BVGMOT history

LA05 BVG is a silver petrol MINI first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 56,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

LA05 BVG silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
56,358 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA05 BVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA05 BVG was last recorded at 56,358 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 4,883 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,475 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,883 miles
Average per year
2,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 56,358 miles
  • 2024 – 51,475 miles
  • 2023 – 50,279 miles
  • 2022 – 48,358 miles
  • 2021 – 45,378 miles
  • 2020 – 42,583 miles
  • 2019 – 40,274 miles
  • 2018 – 35,662 miles
  • 2017 – 29,665 miles
  • 2016 – 26,011 miles
  • 2015 – 23,093 miles
  • 2014 – 19,961 miles
  • 2013 – 18,848 miles
  • 2012 – 16,417 miles
  • 2011 – 13,717 miles
  • 2010 – 11,279 miles
  • 2009 – 8,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,358 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,358 miles (+4,883)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    56,358 miles
    Test number
    270328467887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass51,475 miles (+1,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,475 miles
    Test number
    365197122512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass50,279 miles (+1,921)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    230077974579
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass48,358 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,358 miles
    Test number
    552481613052
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail48,354 miles (+2,976)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,354 miles
    Test number
    753591203289
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass45,378 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,378 miles
    Test number
    210165621796
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail45,377 miles (+2,794)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,377 miles
    Test number
    199455279724
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass42,583 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,583 miles
    Test number
    905297059952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail42,583 miles (+2,309)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,583 miles
    Test number
    924317924357
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass40,274 miles (+4,612)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,274 miles
    Test number
    373595733793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,662 miles (+5,997)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,662 miles
    Test number
    249712564754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,665 miles (+3,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,665 miles
    Test number
    563608542847
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass26,011 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,011 miles
    Test number
    143622871732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    23,093 miles
    Test number
    108037235410
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  15. Fail23,091 miles (+3,130)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,091 miles
    Test number
    269797235031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  16. Pass19,961 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,961 miles
    Test number
    516879544030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,848 miles (+2,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    18,848 miles
    Test number
    245474893440
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass16,417 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,417 miles
    Test number
    926646802223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,332 miles (+2,615)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,332 miles
    Test number
    135328192112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine light on

  20. Pass13,717 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    13,717 miles
    Test number
    985217781178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    11,279 miles
    Test number
    172293990156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail11,279 miles (+2,486)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,279 miles
    Test number
    793573590194
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass8,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,793 miles
    Test number
    853010819283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA05 BVG

Does LA05 BVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA05 BVG is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA05 BVG?
The MOT on LA05 BVG is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA05 BVG done?
LA05 BVG was recorded at 56,358 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 2,930 miles a year.
Has LA05 BVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA05 BVG has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LA05 BVG 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 LA05 BVG find?
LA05 BVG passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front upper suspension component pin or bush slightly worn; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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