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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB04 YZAMOT history

LB04 YZA is a black petrol MINI first used on 15 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
151,799 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 YZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 YZA was last recorded at 151,799 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Oct 2019: 13,109 miles, lower than 125,741 miles on 6 Jan 2017.

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
151,708 miles · 10 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
4,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,799 miles
  • 2024 – 151,708 miles
  • 2023 – 146,642 miles
  • 2022 – 142,196 miles
  • 2021 – 141,401 miles
  • 2020 – 136,264 miles
  • 2019 – 13,109 miles
  • 2017 – 125,741 miles
  • 2016 – 116,948 miles
  • 2015 – 112,201 miles
  • 2014 – 107,817 miles
  • 2013 – 100,651 miles
  • 2012 – 88,318 miles
  • 2011 – 88,318 miles
  • 2010 – 81,307 miles
  • 2009 – 77,025 miles
  • 2008 – 68,290 miles
  • 2007 – 59,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,799 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Fuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank strap corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to brake hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to brake hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,799 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    151,799 miles
    Test number
    490441862404
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail151,799 miles (+91)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,799 miles
    Test number
    694002087754
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail151,708 miles (+5,066)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,708 miles
    Test number
    958458423231
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure tank strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass146,642 miles (+270)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    146,642 miles
    Test number
    619352528092
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail146,372 miles (+4,176)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,372 miles
    Test number
    589564698792
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass142,196 miles (+795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,196 miles
    Test number
    328130586932
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass141,401 miles (+95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    141,401 miles
    Test number
    356674635957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail141,306 miles (+5,042)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,306 miles
    Test number
    568881674498
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass136,264 miles (+123,155)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,264 miles
    Test number
    313379921756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,109 miles (-112,632)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    13,109 miles
    Test number
    633116799245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,741 miles (+8,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    125,741 miles
    Test number
    891420045711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryGearbox has an oil leak (slight)

  12. Pass116,948 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    116,948 miles
    Test number
    577067265591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,201 miles (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,201 miles
    Test number
    179597305468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,817 miles (+7,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    107,817 miles
    Test number
    128572104453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass100,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,651 miles
    Test number
    288537303098
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail100,651 miles (+12,333)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,651 miles
    Test number
    389767603032
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass88,318 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,318 miles
    Test number
    416422712023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail88,318 miles (+7,011)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,318 miles
    Test number
    396215781453
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass81,307 miles (+4,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    81,307 miles
    Test number
    802131860180
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass77,025 miles (+8,735)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,025 miles
    Test number
    330511889121
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth headlamp patterns getting poor

  21. Pass68,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,290 miles
    Test number
    170625868171
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail68,290 miles (+8,522)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,290 miles
    Test number
    493645568192
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass59,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,768 miles
    Test number
    171316867136
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about LB04 YZA

Does LB04 YZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 YZA is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 YZA?
The MOT on LB04 YZA is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 YZA done?
LB04 YZA was recorded at 151,799 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 4,912 miles a year.
Has LB04 YZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 YZA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 YZA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 YZA find?
LB04 YZA passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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