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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 TVWMOT history

LB03 TVW is a blue petrol MINI first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 149,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
149,307 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 TVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 TVW was last recorded at 149,307 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 5,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,083 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,224 miles
Average per year
6,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,307 miles
  • 2024 – 144,083 miles
  • 2023 – 137,800 miles
  • 2022 – 131,674 miles
  • 2021 – 124,528 miles
  • 2020 – 118,217 miles
  • 2019 – 114,832 miles
  • 2018 – 110,968 miles
  • 2017 – 103,989 miles
  • 2016 – 96,438 miles
  • 2015 – 85,111 miles
  • 2014 – 71,442 miles
  • 2013 – 53,636 miles
  • 2012 – 45,473 miles
  • 2011 – 38,574 miles
  • 2010 – 34,838 miles
  • 2009 – 31,139 miles
  • 2008 – 27,606 miles
  • 2007 – 19,596 miles
  • 2006 – 16,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,307 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flange

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear OS and NS position lamps slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,307 miles (+5,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    149,307 miles
    Test number
    864361144788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    144,083 miles
    Test number
    535868835869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,083 miles (+6,283)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,083 miles
    Test number
    986852799047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass137,800 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    137,800 miles
    Test number
    303656839911
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear OS and NS position lamps slightly discoloured
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,771 miles (+6,097)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,771 miles
    Test number
    274295133053
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear OS and NS position lamps slightly discoloured
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,674 miles (+7,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,674 miles
    Test number
    396474567124
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,528 miles (+28)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,528 miles
    Test number
    586145295850
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail124,500 miles (+6,283)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,500 miles
    Test number
    317568750521
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass118,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    118,217 miles
    Test number
    733729946644
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail118,217 miles (+3,385)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,217 miles
    Test number
    189101092247
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass114,832 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,832 miles
    Test number
    775175649571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,968 miles (+6,979)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    304778910760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,989 miles (+97)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,989 miles
    Test number
    975041616120
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail103,892 miles (+7,454)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,892 miles
    Test number
    888490560466
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass96,438 miles (+11,327)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    96,438 miles
    Test number
    406693678425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,111 miles
    Test number
    879169354428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,111 miles (+13,669)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,111 miles
    Test number
    289650909149
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass71,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,442 miles
    Test number
    139542584256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail71,441 miles (+17,805)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    539492484200
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass53,636 miles (+8,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,636 miles
    Test number
    175080203208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass45,473 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,473 miles
    Test number
    278192692149
    • NoteExhaust is rusty but not leaking

  22. Fail45,473 miles (+6,899)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,473 miles
    Test number
    259952392422
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust isrusty

  23. Pass38,574 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    358494371174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,838 miles (+3,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,838 miles
    Test number
    193242180174
    • NoteSlight damage to rear number plate

  25. Pass31,139 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,139 miles
    Test number
    964553679149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,606 miles (+8,010)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,606 miles
    Test number
    454069978158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,596 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,596 miles
    Test number
    413647167133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,047 miles
    Test number
    650527266113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 TVW

Does LB03 TVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 TVW is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 TVW?
The MOT on LB03 TVW is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 TVW done?
LB03 TVW was recorded at 149,307 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 6,861 miles a year.
Has LB03 TVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 TVW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 TVW 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 TVW find?
LB03 TVW passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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