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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 TDXMOT history

LB03 TDX is a blue petrol MINI first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 120,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2024
Mileage
120,557 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 TDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 TDX was last recorded at 120,557 miles on 16 Feb 2023, 7,509 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,048 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,509 miles
Average per year
6,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,557 miles
  • 2022 – 113,048 miles
  • 2020 – 110,671 miles
  • 2019 – 102,491 miles
  • 2018 – 99,191 miles
  • 2017 – 95,205 miles
  • 2016 – 89,969 miles
  • 2015 – 77,570 miles
  • 2014 – 67,221 miles
  • 2013 – 56,686 miles
  • 2012 – 48,457 miles
  • 2011 – 41,043 miles
  • 2010 – 34,464 miles
  • 2009 – 30,019 miles
  • 2008 – 26,270 miles
  • 2007 – 20,847 miles
  • 2006 – 15,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,557 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,557 miles (+7,509)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,557 miles
    Test number
    886925580647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield

  2. Pass113,048 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,048 miles
    Test number
    396721332417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail113,032 miles (+2,361)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,032 miles
    Test number
    205627375652
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass110,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,671 miles
    Test number
    158232106468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail110,671 miles (+8,180)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,671 miles
    Test number
    333478221018
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass102,491 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,491 miles
    Test number
    563848628837
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake & suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

  7. Fail102,491 miles (+3,300)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,491 miles
    Test number
    307646830094
    • DangerousBrake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (or gauge shows an unsafe reading) (1.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake & suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

  8. Pass99,191 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,191 miles
    Test number
    541975103182
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage hoses/steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside front brake pipe

  9. Fail99,191 miles (+3,986)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,191 miles
    Test number
    817426898483
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage hoses/steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on offside front brake pipe

  10. Pass95,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    95,205 miles
    Test number
    924808943452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe union badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail95,205 miles (+5,236)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,205 miles
    Test number
    153539388267
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases right hand silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe union badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass89,969 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,969 miles
    Test number
    424469894936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,936 miles (+10,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,936 miles
    Test number
    392838096013
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated

  14. Pass77,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,570 miles
    Test number
    957940695101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,570 miles (+10,349)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,570 miles
    Test number
    279350595146
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  16. Pass67,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,221 miles
    Test number
    997004784176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail67,221 miles (+10,535)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,221 miles
    Test number
    667241184148
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass56,686 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,686 miles
    Test number
    448801893166
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s/r exhaust system has some slight corrosion

  19. Fail56,686 miles (+8,229)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,686 miles
    Test number
    599136483105
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s/r exhaust system has some slight corrosion

  20. Pass48,457 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    48,457 miles
    Test number
    217632292495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail48,444 miles (+7,401)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    217671492173
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteNearside front wheel rim bent
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inner edge

  22. Pass41,043 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,043 miles
    Test number
    996279691136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,017 miles (+6,553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,017 miles
    Test number
    116926091148
    • 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)

  24. Pass34,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,464 miles
    Test number
    591635190100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,464 miles (+4,445)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,464 miles
    Test number
    743714290153
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass30,019 miles (+3,749)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    30,019 miles
    Test number
    983627199147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise osr tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall
    • NoteAdvise power steering fluid resourviour slightly damp.
    • NoteFront brakes pads worn approx 75%

  27. Pass26,270 miles (+5,423)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,270 miles
    Test number
    100422198157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,847 miles (+5,651)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,847 miles
    Test number
    111874597124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass15,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    15,196 miles
    Test number
    960924076137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB03 TDX

Does LB03 TDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 TDX expired on 15 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 TDX?
The MOT on LB03 TDX expired on 15 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 TDX done?
LB03 TDX was recorded at 120,557 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2023, an average of 6,327 miles a year.
Has LB03 TDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 TDX has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 TDX 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 TDX find?
LB03 TDX passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pump has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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