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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 XRMMOT history

LB04 XRM is a red petrol MINI first used on 15 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 137,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2025
Mileage
137,092 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XRM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XRM was last recorded at 137,092 miles on 25 Jul 2024, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,078 miles · 19 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
6,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,092 miles
  • 2023 – 132,125 miles
  • 2021 – 127,542 miles
  • 2019 – 124,101 miles
  • 2018 – 119,938 miles
  • 2017 – 111,409 miles
  • 2016 – 103,850 miles
  • 2015 – 98,716 miles
  • 2014 – 88,869 miles
  • 2013 – 79,508 miles
  • 2012 – 70,420 miles
  • 2011 – 62,763 miles
  • 2010 – 54,746 miles
  • 2009 – 48,525 miles
  • 2008 – 44,518 miles
  • 2007 – 32,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,092 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,092 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    137,092 miles
    Test number
    127776332484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail137,092 miles (+14)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,092 miles
    Test number
    972121283270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail137,078 miles (+4,953)7 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,078 miles
    Test number
    982338345326
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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 Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • Advisory3rd BRAKE LIGHT INOP
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175 65 15 88H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175 65 15 88H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE COMPNENTS - STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / EXHAUST / CHASSIS / SUBFRAME - SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

  4. Pass132,125 miles (+1)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,125 miles
    Test number
    808425167300
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE COMPNENTS - STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / EXHAUST / CHASSIS / SUBFRAME - SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

  5. Fail132,124 miles (+4,582)9 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,124 miles
    Test number
    979075541797
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively SPLIT / SMEARING (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective SMEARING (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE COMPNENTS - STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / EXHAUST / CHASSIS / SUBFRAME - SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION - MORE ADVANCED IN AREAS

  6. Pass127,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    127,542 miles
    Test number
    870458598332
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail127,542 miles (+534)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,542 miles
    Test number
    607933255662
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass127,008 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    127,008 miles
    Test number
    187336323875
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal is perishing/splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake disc are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocker are corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail127,008 miles (+2,907)1 dangerous4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,008 miles
    Test number
    450535836379
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal is perishing/splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe is corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake disc are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shocker are corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass124,101 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,101 miles
    Test number
    635811258816
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail124,101 miles (+4,163)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,101 miles
    Test number
    215222294317
    • Repaired at testRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass119,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    119,938 miles
    Test number
    550545429999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,938 miles (+8,529)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,938 miles
    Test number
    831478498767
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  14. Pass111,409 miles (+7,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,409 miles
    Test number
    305494602427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass103,850 miles (+5,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    103,850 miles
    Test number
    108306871936
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass98,716 miles (+9,847)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,716 miles
    Test number
    276488495153
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass88,869 miles (+9,361)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    449727544125
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,508 miles (+9,088)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,508 miles
    Test number
    186773773126
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty and pitted

  19. Pass70,420 miles (+7,657)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    767557272163
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust box corroding

  20. Fail62,763 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,763 miles
    Test number
    426539451133
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass62,763 miles (+8,017)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,763 miles
    Test number
    539409351191
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass54,746 miles (+6,221)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,746 miles
    Test number
    153236360168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,525 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,525 miles
    Test number
    260473259183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass48,525 miles (+4,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,525 miles
    Test number
    804403359190
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass44,518 miles (+12,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,518 miles
    Test number
    661951368117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,101 miles
    Test number
    274348837109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,098 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,098 miles
    Test number
    402128637177
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB04 XRM

Does LB04 XRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 XRM expired on 24 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XRM?
The MOT on LB04 XRM expired on 24 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 XRM done?
LB04 XRM was recorded at 137,092 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2024, an average of 6,108 miles a year.
Has LB04 XRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XRM has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 XRM 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 XRM find?
LB04 XRM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 2 more.

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