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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 EWSMOT history

LB04 EWS is a red petrol MINI first used on 17 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 57,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2026
Mileage
57,168 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 EWS was last recorded at 57,168 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 2,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,067 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,101 miles
Average per year
2,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,168 miles
  • 2025 – 55,067 miles
  • 2024 – 50,279 miles
  • 2023 – 39,944 miles
  • 2022 – 33,416 miles
  • 2021 – 32,428 miles
  • 2020 – 30,815 miles
  • 2019 – 29,865 miles
  • 2018 – 28,647 miles
  • 2017 – 27,372 miles
  • 2015 – 24,807 miles
  • 2014 – 23,726 miles
  • 2013 – 22,700 miles
  • 2012 – 21,161 miles
  • 2011 – 20,061 miles
  • 2010 – 18,647 miles
  • 2009 – 16,903 miles
  • 2008 – 15,159 miles
  • 2007 – 12,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail57,168 miles
  • DangerousRear exhaust back box rusted corroded has hole
  • MajorFront Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced reducing light showing no pattern (4.1.4 (b))
  • 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 too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box has hole (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front product on lens reducing light output
  • AdvisoryOil leak not excessive

What MOT failures 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.

  • Fuel cap/sealing rubber deteriorated and outer cover missing, replace ASAP!!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail57,168 miles (+2,101)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,168 miles
    Test number
    410092629894
    • DangerousRear exhaust back box rusted corroded has hole
    • MajorFront Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced reducing light showing no pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box has hole (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front product on lens reducing light output
    • AdvisoryOil leak not excessive

  2. Pass55,067 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,067 miles
    Test number
    458004960110
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing rubber deteriorated and outer cover missing, replace ASAP!!
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail55,056 miles (+4,777)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    638259342611
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre outer shoulder damage exposed cords!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking steering rack and pump cover with fluid leak!! (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing rubber deteriorated and outer cover missing, replace ASAP!!
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre inner and outer shoulder wearing smooth plus outer sidewall has cuts or damage, replace ASAP!! (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass50,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    491239540054
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail50,279 miles (+10,335)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    570321556127
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass39,944 miles (+6,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    39,944 miles
    Test number
    401966107431
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak on lower part of the engine! (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear petrol cap sealing rubber ring badly cracking!
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass33,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    33,416 miles
    Test number
    214329616895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail33,416 miles (+988)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,416 miles
    Test number
    498667262464
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass32,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    32,428 miles
    Test number
    975869080343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,428 miles (+1,613)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,428 miles
    Test number
    287700392833
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass30,815 miles (+950)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    30,815 miles
    Test number
    580767434736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,865 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,865 miles
    Test number
    709623351398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,647 miles (+1,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,647 miles
    Test number
    956367092595
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass27,372 miles (+2,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    27,372 miles
    Test number
    890277292167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass24,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,807 miles
    Test number
    255000575128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,807 miles (+1,081)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,807 miles
    Test number
    326370075195
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass23,726 miles (+1,026)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    23,726 miles
    Test number
    247848764411
    • NoteNearside wiper split

  18. Pass22,700 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,700 miles
    Test number
    958490773198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,161 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,161 miles
    Test number
    635283662180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,061 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,061 miles
    Test number
    586094861108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,647 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,647 miles
    Test number
    224952170183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,903 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,903 miles
    Test number
    363789669113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,159 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,159 miles
    Test number
    342849168128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,157 miles
    Test number
    542006967113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EWS

Does LB04 EWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EWS expired on 16 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EWS?
The MOT on LB04 EWS expired on 16 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EWS done?
LB04 EWS was recorded at 57,168 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,359 miles a year.
Has LB04 EWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EWS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 EWS 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 LB04 EWS find?
LB04 EWS failed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 4 advisories: rear exhaust back box rusted corroded has hole; front power steering component leaking; front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen, and 9 more.

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