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White · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 JFVMOT history

LB04 JFV is a white petrol MINI first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2026
Mileage
119,989 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 JFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 JFV was last recorded at 119,989 miles on 13 Jan 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,978 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,989 miles
  • 2024 – 119,978 miles
  • 2023 – 108,628 miles
  • 2022 – 106,373 miles
  • 2021 – 102,451 miles
  • 2020 – 99,712 miles
  • 2019 – 97,686 miles
  • 2018 – 94,811 miles
  • 2017 – 91,022 miles
  • 2016 – 88,022 miles
  • 2015 – 75,575 miles
  • 2014 – 66,846 miles
  • 2013 – 56,905 miles
  • 2012 – 47,559 miles
  • 2011 – 37,301 miles
  • 2010 – 29,069 miles
  • 2009 – 26,345 miles
  • 2008 – 20,693 miles
  • 2007 – 19,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,989 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,989 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    119,989 miles
    Test number
    469491264373
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail119,978 miles (+11,350)2 dangerous7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    613336027700
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure back box support bracket missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,628 miles (+2,255)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,628 miles
    Test number
    369988552944
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,373 miles (+3,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,373 miles
    Test number
    316700604038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,451 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,451 miles
    Test number
    898910325003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,712 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,712 miles
    Test number
    134392483009
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail99,710 miles (+2,024)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,710 miles
    Test number
    125341931928
    • MajorFuel tank insecure straps broken and corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass97,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    173050044077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,680 miles (+2,869)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,680 miles
    Test number
    415669187638
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mountings (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wire broken n/s front

  10. Pass94,811 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,811 miles
    Test number
    779812465254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  11. Fail94,811 miles (+3,789)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,811 miles
    Test number
    921636494547
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre light on

  12. Pass91,022 miles (+3,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,022 miles
    Test number
    428823158140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass88,022 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,022 miles
    Test number
    490532856578
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Fail88,022 miles (+4,939)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,022 miles
    Test number
    360939434937
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass83,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    405817220249
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Fail83,083 miles (+7,508)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    748154315642
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass75,575 miles (+8,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,575 miles
    Test number
    328167305087
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass66,846 miles (+9,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    66,846 miles
    Test number
    749850514074
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass56,905 miles (+9,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    56,905 miles
    Test number
    365051413062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,559 miles (+10,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    47,559 miles
    Test number
    899473912044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass37,301 miles (+8,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    107517301027
    • NoteBoth front and o/s/r tyres worn on outside edges

  22. Pass29,069 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,069 miles
    Test number
    684515500040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,345 miles (+5,652)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,345 miles
    Test number
    133853319064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,693 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,693 miles
    Test number
    712034218060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,690 miles (+850)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,690 miles
    Test number
    292688608023
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass19,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,840 miles
    Test number
    483444027374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 JFV

Does LB04 JFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 JFV expired on 12 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 JFV?
The MOT on LB04 JFV expired on 12 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 JFV done?
LB04 JFV was recorded at 119,989 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 5,840 miles a year.
Has LB04 JFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 JFV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 JFV 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 JFV find?
LB04 JFV passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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