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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 EWUMOT history

LB04 EWU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,821 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EWU was last recorded at 76,821 miles on 1 May 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,744 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
3,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,821 miles
  • 2023 – 76,744 miles
  • 2022 – 74,472 miles
  • 2021 – 71,474 miles
  • 2020 – 68,678 miles
  • 2019 – 64,914 miles
  • 2018 – 61,031 miles
  • 2017 – 56,507 miles
  • 2016 – 49,212 miles
  • 2015 – 46,455 miles
  • 2014 – 42,479 miles
  • 2013 – 35,055 miles
  • 2012 – 30,764 miles
  • 2011 – 27,302 miles
  • 2010 – 22,750 miles
  • 2009 – 16,784 miles
  • 2008 – 11,575 miles
  • 2007 – 9,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,821 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device cracking

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,821 miles (+77)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,821 miles
    Test number
    504913892560
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device cracking

  2. Pass76,744 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,744 miles
    Test number
    866925027933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail76,734 miles (+2,262)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,734 miles
    Test number
    791897744475
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass74,472 miles (+19)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,472 miles
    Test number
    164781732599
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated

  5. Fail74,453 miles (+2,979)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,453 miles
    Test number
    389712670254
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated

  6. Pass71,474 miles (+2,796)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,474 miles
    Test number
    683394891928
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,678 miles (+3,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,678 miles
    Test number
    931264563740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass64,914 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    139621585468
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail64,914 miles (+3,883)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    661993070863
    • DangerousEngine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass61,031 miles (+4,524)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,031 miles
    Test number
    559275216763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,507 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    56,507 miles
    Test number
    801987109849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,212 miles
    Test number
    719574926615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,212 miles (+2,757)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,212 miles
    Test number
    935237044201
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass46,455 miles (+3,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,455 miles
    Test number
    578806936231
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer outer skin is deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe has been rubbing on the front anti roll bar.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass42,479 miles (+7,424)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    42,479 miles
    Test number
    397978084445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,055 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    35,055 miles
    Test number
    596754193207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,764 miles (+3,462)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    539807572211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,302 miles (+4,552)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,302 miles
    Test number
    355569051274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts to sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts to sidewall

  19. Pass22,750 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,750 miles
    Test number
    103017350239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,784 miles (+5,209)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    16,784 miles
    Test number
    132104999118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,575 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,575 miles
    Test number
    653144068135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,255 miles
    Test number
    270431377109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail9,255 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,255 miles
    Test number
    932451777186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB04 EWU

Does LB04 EWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 EWU is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EWU?
The MOT on LB04 EWU is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 EWU done?
LB04 EWU was recorded at 76,821 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,582 miles a year.
Has LB04 EWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EWU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 EWU 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 EWU find?
LB04 EWU passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; fuel cap/sealing device cracking.

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