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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 DTYMOT history

LB03 DTY is a black petrol MINI first used on 24 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 120,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
120,942 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 DTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 DTY was last recorded at 120,942 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 4,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,920 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,022 miles
Average per year
5,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,942 miles
  • 2025 – 116,920 miles
  • 2024 – 113,073 miles
  • 2022 – 109,616 miles
  • 2021 – 105,952 miles
  • 2019 – 101,527 miles
  • 2018 – 94,361 miles
  • 2017 – 88,345 miles
  • 2016 – 84,072 miles
  • 2015 – 79,224 miles
  • 2014 – 76,310 miles
  • 2013 – 73,620 miles
  • 2012 – 71,194 miles
  • 2011 – 66,424 miles
  • 2010 – 62,136 miles
  • 2009 – 55,495 miles
  • 2008 – 44,244 miles
  • 2007 – 19,717 miles
  • 2006 – 10,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,942 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,942 miles (+4,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    120,942 miles
    Test number
    309166415179
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,920 miles
    Test number
    314692804883
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,920 miles (+3,847)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,920 miles
    Test number
    483250783567
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,073 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,073 miles
    Test number
    594284760054
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail113,073 miles (+3,457)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,073 miles
    Test number
    861602959864
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass109,616 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    109,616 miles
    Test number
    262245022036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,952 miles (+11)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,952 miles
    Test number
    957406236798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box and in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail105,941 miles (+4,414)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,941 miles
    Test number
    368368678601
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass101,527 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,527 miles
    Test number
    194100179297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail101,527 miles (+7,166)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,527 miles
    Test number
    408033298124
    • DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel o/s n/s (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working parking (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play innerjoint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements o/s n/s (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass94,361 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    94,361 miles
    Test number
    406848249737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened shock top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail94,361 miles (+6,016)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,361 miles
    Test number
    383674732067
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working parking (4.2.1 (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 Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened shock top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass88,345 miles (+4,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,345 miles
    Test number
    410392843446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass84,072 miles (+4,848)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    727594880811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass79,224 miles (+2,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,224 miles
    Test number
    407523208623
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounts worn

  16. Pass76,310 miles (+2,690)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,310 miles
    Test number
    185566524327
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass73,620 miles (+2,426)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,620 miles
    Test number
    235964433346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,194 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,194 miles
    Test number
    456464732397
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass71,194 miles (+4,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,194 miles
    Test number
    475284132318
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass66,424 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,424 miles
    Test number
    528980031323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,136 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,136 miles
    Test number
    493562140361
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre off-shape
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly off shape

  22. Fail62,136 miles (+1,711)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,136 miles
    Test number
    800690240357
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre off-shape
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly off shape
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  23. Pass60,425 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,425 miles
    Test number
    240357540491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,495 miles (+11,251)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    55,495 miles
    Test number
    683462859175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,244 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    411593258266
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth number plates discolouring
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and corroding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre going out of shape
    • NoteOffside front lower arm has play in front ball joint
    • NoteVarious small stonechips in swept area of windscreen

  26. Fail44,244 miles (+24,527)2 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    482633158299
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth number plates discolouring
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and corroding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre going out of shape
    • NoteOffside front lower arm has play in front ball joint
    • NoteVarious small stonechips in swept area of windscreen

  27. Pass19,717 miles (+9,351)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,717 miles
    Test number
    242538447230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,366 miles
    Test number
    743535456235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 DTY

Does LB03 DTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 DTY is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 DTY?
The MOT on LB03 DTY is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 DTY done?
LB03 DTY was recorded at 120,942 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 5,588 miles a year.
Has LB03 DTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 DTY has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 DTY 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 LB03 DTY find?
LB03 DTY passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive under engine.

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