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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 EWJMOT history

LB04 EWJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 18 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
79,423 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EWJ was last recorded at 79,423 miles on 8 Jan 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 May 2008: 9,475 miles, lower than 12,725 miles on 12 Jun 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,416 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,423 miles
  • 2024 – 73,689 miles
  • 2023 – 71,669 miles
  • 2021 – 65,597 miles
  • 2020 – 53,169 miles
  • 2019 – 47,544 miles
  • 2018 – 42,908 miles
  • 2017 – 38,377 miles
  • 2016 – 35,691 miles
  • 2015 – 33,255 miles
  • 2014 – 29,634 miles
  • 2013 – 26,745 miles
  • 2012 – 23,200 miles
  • 2011 – 20,621 miles
  • 2010 – 18,677 miles
  • 2009 – 16,177 miles
  • 2008 – 9,475 miles
  • 2007 – 12,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,423 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,423 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,423 miles
    Test number
    684132360865
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail79,416 miles (+5,727)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,416 miles
    Test number
    603081735939
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass73,689 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    684981997465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,669 miles (+6,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    410464951635
    • AdvisoryWipers poor condition

  5. Pass65,597 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,597 miles
    Test number
    845394569755
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. Light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail65,597 miles (+7,548)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,597 miles
    Test number
    690534409998
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing Rubber missing. (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No aim (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No aim (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. Light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,049 miles (+4,880)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,049 miles
    Test number
    322680952180
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass53,169 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,169 miles
    Test number
    826221850376
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail53,168 miles (+5,624)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,168 miles
    Test number
    276703610264
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass47,544 miles (+4,636)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,544 miles
    Test number
    425427979117
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake imballanced

  11. Pass42,908 miles (+4,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,908 miles
    Test number
    171213126947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass38,377 miles (+2,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,377 miles
    Test number
    201161149676
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass35,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    706612013578
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  14. Fail35,691 miles (+2,436)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    963930618524
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  15. Pass33,255 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,255 miles
    Test number
    139985035179
    • NoteNearside front tyre has minor sidewall damage.

  16. Fail33,255 miles (+3,621)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,255 miles
    Test number
    688765235130
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has minor sidewall damage.

  17. Pass29,634 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,634 miles
    Test number
    355693034129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,745 miles (+3,545)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,745 miles
    Test number
    406481643198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  19. Pass23,200 miles (+2,579)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,200 miles
    Test number
    928075742187
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  20. Pass20,621 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,621 miles
    Test number
    235921131461
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/r tyres prrrished

  21. Fail20,621 miles (+1,944)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,621 miles
    Test number
    477351631160
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/r tyres prrrished

  22. Pass18,677 miles (+2,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    18,677 miles
    Test number
    183082040183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass16,177 miles (+6,702)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,177 miles
    Test number
    550149539166
    • NoteRear silencer corroded
    • NoteWipers beginning to smear

  24. Pass9,475 miles (-3,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    9,475 miles
    Test number
    132064038133
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass12,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,725 miles
    Test number
    272343167458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EWJ

Does LB04 EWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EWJ expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EWJ?
The MOT on LB04 EWJ expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EWJ done?
LB04 EWJ was recorded at 79,423 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2025, an average of 3,795 miles a year.
Has LB04 EWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EWJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 EWJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 May 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 EWJ find?
LB04 EWJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2025 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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