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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 HGUMOT history

LB03 HGU is a green petrol MINI first used on 7 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
87,700 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 HGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 HGU was last recorded at 87,700 miles on 4 Jan 2024, 1,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,026 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,674 miles
Average per year
4,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 87,700 miles
  • 2023 – 86,026 miles
  • 2021 – 84,163 miles
  • 2019 – 66,259 miles
  • 2018 – 58,959 miles
  • 2017 – 46,670 miles
  • 2016 – 45,753 miles
  • 2015 – 45,189 miles
  • 2014 – 44,689 miles
  • 2013 – 42,905 miles
  • 2012 – 38,851 miles
  • 2011 – 33,230 miles
  • 2010 – 26,631 miles
  • 2009 – 23,170 miles
  • 2008 – 19,876 miles
  • 2007 – 14,443 miles
  • 2006 – 12,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,700 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Fuel tank cap seal starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in both steering arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    87,700 miles
    Test number
    623851138470
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail87,700 miles (+1,674)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,700 miles
    Test number
    375131638984
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass86,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,026 miles
    Test number
    453426786054
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  4. Fail86,026 miles (+1,863)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,026 miles
    Test number
    104128124016
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  5. Pass84,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,163 miles
    Test number
    343134250504
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cap seal starting to crack

  6. Fail84,163 miles (+5,117)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,163 miles
    Test number
    119363036592
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cap seal starting to crack

  7. Pass79,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,046 miles
    Test number
    526784179869
    • AdvisoryPlay in both steering arms

  8. Fail79,046 miles (+12,787)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,046 miles
    Test number
    290881483030
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both steering arms

  9. Pass66,259 miles (+7,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,259 miles
    Test number
    383461980598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass58,959 miles (+12,289)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,959 miles
    Test number
    258755292799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,670 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,670 miles
    Test number
    446045539372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,753 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,753 miles
    Test number
    301451017482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,189 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,189 miles
    Test number
    977661795155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,689 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,689 miles
    Test number
    747322594142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,905 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,905 miles
    Test number
    699811173135
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail42,905 miles (+4,054)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,905 miles
    Test number
    746471873188
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail38,851 miles2 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,851 miles
    Test number
    249267772491
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note(rear) tyres cracking on outer tread edges
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • NoteWindscreen wiper blades split but clearing screen effectively

  18. Pass38,851 miles (+5,621)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,851 miles
    Test number
    868187272159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note(rear) tyres cracking on outer tread edges
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • NoteWindscreen wiper blades split but clearing screen effectively

  19. Pass33,230 miles (+6,599)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    756783871198
    • 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)
    • 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)

  20. Pass26,631 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,631 miles
    Test number
    534216470110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,170 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,170 miles
    Test number
    532913369168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,876 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,876 miles
    Test number
    472190978133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,869 miles (+5,426)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,869 miles
    Test number
    754578168186
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass14,443 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,443 miles
    Test number
    733606877142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,023 miles
    Test number
    592420366184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 HGU

Does LB03 HGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 HGU expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 HGU?
The MOT on LB03 HGU expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 HGU done?
LB03 HGU was recorded at 87,700 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2024, an average of 4,307 miles a year.
Has LB03 HGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 HGU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 HGU 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 HGU find?
LB03 HGU passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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