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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LA55 LKYMOT history

LA55 LKY is a red petrol MINI first used on 18 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2024.

LA55 LKY red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2025
Mileage
72,897 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 LKY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 LKY was last recorded at 72,897 miles on 15 Oct 2024, 11,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,357 miles · 7 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
11,540 miles
Average per year
4,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 72,897 miles
  • 2023 – 61,357 miles
  • 2022 – 59,181 miles
  • 2021 – 55,435 miles
  • 2018 – 48,229 miles
  • 2017 – 44,662 miles
  • 2016 – 41,776 miles
  • 2015 – 41,773 miles
  • 2014 – 35,577 miles
  • 2013 – 33,745 miles
  • 2012 – 29,478 miles
  • 2011 – 24,731 miles
  • 2010 – 19,023 miles
  • 2009 – 9,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,897 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak around engine underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low close ti limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,897 miles (+11,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,897 miles
    Test number
    769979859715
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass61,357 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,357 miles
    Test number
    784676316039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,181 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    59,181 miles
    Test number
    140206903711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail59,179 miles (+3,744)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,179 miles
    Test number
    656109706862
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass55,435 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,435 miles
    Test number
    774563746865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,434 miles (+7,205)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,434 miles
    Test number
    263873920260
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear complete (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear complete (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass48,229 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,229 miles
    Test number
    547713751192
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak around engine underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low close ti limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail48,228 miles (+104)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    295588115277
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak around engine underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low close ti limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTps light showing

  9. Fail48,124 miles (+3,462)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,124 miles
    Test number
    887081583448
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass44,662 miles (+2,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,662 miles
    Test number
    317359286460
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  11. Pass41,776 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,776 miles
    Test number
    566137983307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,773 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,773 miles
    Test number
    338353415126
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroding.

  13. Fail41,772 miles (+6,195)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,772 miles
    Test number
    839685405176
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroding.

  14. Pass35,577 miles (+1,832)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,577 miles
    Test number
    745752494043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhuast deterioated

  15. Pass33,745 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    295057693217
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel cap rubber seal slightly deterioated
    • NoteRear exhaust backbox slightly deterioated

  16. Fail33,745 miles (+4,267)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    145536093253
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel cap rubber seal slightly deterioated
    • NoteRear exhaust backbox slightly deterioated

  17. Pass29,478 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,478 miles
    Test number
    409068012367
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash

  18. Fail29,478 miles (+4,747)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,478 miles
    Test number
    227808912326
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash

  19. Pass24,731 miles (+5,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    24,731 miles
    Test number
    478637771213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass19,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,023 miles
    Test number
    190510660109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,023 miles (+351)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,023 miles
    Test number
    594400260129
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass18,672 miles (+9,146)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    18,672 miles
    Test number
    654970540015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    9,526 miles
    Test number
    410740759021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 LKY

Does LA55 LKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 LKY expired on 14 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 LKY?
The MOT on LA55 LKY expired on 14 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 LKY done?
LA55 LKY was recorded at 72,897 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2024, an average of 4,049 miles a year.
Has LA55 LKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 LKY has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LA55 LKY 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 LA55 LKY find?
LA55 LKY passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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