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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB03 UAEMOT history

LB03 UAE is a silver petrol MINI first used on 22 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 171,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2024
Mileage
171,642 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 UAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 UAE was last recorded at 171,642 miles on 24 Feb 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,630 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
6,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,642 miles
  • 2022 – 162,475 miles
  • 2021 – 147,054 miles
  • 2020 – 136,056 miles
  • 2019 – 124,464 miles
  • 2018 – 119,392 miles
  • 2016 – 113,002 miles
  • 2015 – 109,526 miles
  • 2014 – 106,528 miles
  • 2013 – 103,717 miles
  • 2012 – 101,395 miles
  • 2011 – 98,655 miles
  • 2010 – 97,078 miles
  • 2009 – 95,451 miles
  • 2008 – 92,474 miles
  • 2007 – 80,526 miles
  • 2006 – 69,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,642 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 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,642 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    171,642 miles
    Test number
    110348116988
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail171,630 miles (+9,155)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,630 miles
    Test number
    953378541618
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,475 miles (+21)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    162,475 miles
    Test number
    116111216952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  4. Fail162,454 miles (+15,400)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,454 miles
    Test number
    434931545848
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  5. Pass147,054 miles (+10,998)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,054 miles
    Test number
    450363154351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass136,056 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,056 miles
    Test number
    848416139879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,003 miles (+11,539)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,003 miles
    Test number
    671356789976
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth worn to metal (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also rear silencer loose and heat shield loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2 mm and worn smooth on inner tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNail in osr tyre

  8. Pass124,464 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,464 miles
    Test number
    277594220332
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail124,462 miles (+5,070)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,462 miles
    Test number
    739515072654
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass119,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,392 miles
    Test number
    618634050492
    • AdvisoryHigh level rear brake lights not all working, both front tyres bald on edges

  11. Fail119,392 miles (+6,390)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,392 miles
    Test number
    141993243912
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryHigh level rear brake lights not all working, both front tyres bald on edges

  12. Pass113,002 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,002 miles
    Test number
    961575607828
    • AdvisoryHeadlight aim beam images poor/faint
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing low, wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad wear sensor not fitted/adrift
    • AdvisoryRear wiper poor

  13. Fail112,963 miles (+3,437)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,963 miles
    Test number
    418779304201
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight aim beam images poor/faint
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing low, wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad wear sensor not fitted/adrift
    • AdvisoryRear wiper poor

  14. Pass109,526 miles (+2,998)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,526 miles
    Test number
    499608466644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,528 miles (+19)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,528 miles
    Test number
    885078844239
    • NoteNumber plate light covers missing
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  16. Fail106,509 miles (+2,792)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,509 miles
    Test number
    525423044229
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNumber plate light covers missing
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  17. Pass103,717 miles (+2,322)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,717 miles
    Test number
    916166443226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,395 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    101,395 miles
    Test number
    759911442222
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  19. Fail101,395 miles (+2,740)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,395 miles
    Test number
    269718432233
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  20. Pass98,655 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    98,655 miles
    Test number
    939884641217
    • NoteAll previous advisorys

  21. Fail98,655 miles (+1,577)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,655 miles
    Test number
    378114341228
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/S/R disc heavily pitted and corroded inner edge
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded but no holes present

  22. Pass97,078 miles (+1,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    97,078 miles
    Test number
    961730750208
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass95,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    95,451 miles
    Test number
    144816619277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail95,451 miles (+2,977)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,451 miles
    Test number
    572056409213
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  25. Pass92,474 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    92,474 miles
    Test number
    613541318286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail92,255 miles (+11,729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,255 miles
    Test number
    872735108227
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass80,526 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,526 miles
    Test number
    300482807493
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyers worn on outer edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear number plate starting to disscolour

  28. Fail80,526 miles (+11,501)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,526 miles
    Test number
    643352107287
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyers worn on outer edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear number plate starting to disscolour

  29. Pass69,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,025 miles
    Test number
    173161106262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail69,025 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,025 miles
    Test number
    972061906211
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly split

Questions about LB03 UAE

Does LB03 UAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 UAE expired on 23 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 UAE?
The MOT on LB03 UAE expired on 23 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 UAE done?
LB03 UAE was recorded at 171,642 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2023, an average of 6,182 miles a year.
Has LB03 UAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 UAE has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 UAE 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 UAE find?
LB03 UAE passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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