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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LA55 XBGMOT history

LA55 XBG is a black petrol MINI first used on 25 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

LA55 XBG black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
84,258 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 XBG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 XBG was last recorded at 84,258 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 6,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,209 miles · 18 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
6,049 miles
Average per year
4,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,258 miles
  • 2023 – 78,209 miles
  • 2022 – 77,611 miles
  • 2021 – 77,301 miles
  • 2020 – 73,846 miles
  • 2019 – 67,406 miles
  • 2018 – 58,200 miles
  • 2017 – 53,206 miles
  • 2016 – 48,731 miles
  • 2015 – 43,982 miles
  • 2014 – 41,634 miles
  • 2013 – 38,370 miles
  • 2012 – 29,986 miles
  • 2011 – 26,476 miles
  • 2010 – 20,528 miles
  • 2008 – 9,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,258 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,258 miles (+6,049)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    84,258 miles
    Test number
    835002868040
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,209 miles (+598)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    78,209 miles
    Test number
    937486524378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,611 miles (+310)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,611 miles
    Test number
    139450242440
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass77,301 miles (+3,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,301 miles
    Test number
    412214392529
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  5. Pass73,846 miles (+6,440)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    361195466351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,406 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,406 miles
    Test number
    940945545195
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail67,391 miles (+9,191)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,391 miles
    Test number
    185693785806
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass58,200 miles (+4,994)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    969468266886
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass53,206 miles (+4,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,206 miles
    Test number
    619431926030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  10. Pass48,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    192657853671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,731 miles (+4,749)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    889109404506
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working 501 capless bulb (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass43,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,982 miles
    Test number
    529286475079
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail43,982 miles (+2,348)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,982 miles
    Test number
    256936175093
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass41,634 miles (+3,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    308560194026
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass38,370 miles (+8,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,370 miles
    Test number
    108790383481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass29,986 miles (+3,510)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    29,986 miles
    Test number
    765775552025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,476 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    26,476 miles
    Test number
    716493581226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,528 miles (+11,157)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,528 miles
    Test number
    714052200311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    9,371 miles
    Test number
    613283108350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail9,371 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,371 miles
    Test number
    724353908371
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 XBG

Does LA55 XBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 XBG is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 XBG?
The MOT on LA55 XBG is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 XBG done?
LA55 XBG was recorded at 84,258 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 4,216 miles a year.
Has LA55 XBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 XBG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LA55 XBG 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 XBG find?
LA55 XBG passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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