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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 FYNMOT history

LB05 FYN is a blue petrol MINI first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,595 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 FYN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 FYN was last recorded at 98,595 miles on 16 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2026: 98,595 miles, lower than 108,926 miles on 25 Feb 2025.

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
108,926 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Average per year
4,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,595 miles
  • 2025 – 108,926 miles
  • 2023 – 106,417 miles
  • 2022 – 100,560 miles
  • 2021 – 96,419 miles
  • 2020 – 92,173 miles
  • 2019 – 87,130 miles
  • 2018 – 80,983 miles
  • 2017 – 73,121 miles
  • 2016 – 63,458 miles
  • 2015 – 55,313 miles
  • 2014 – 48,256 miles
  • 2013 – 39,115 miles
  • 2012 – 31,080 miles
  • 2011 – 24,536 miles
  • 2010 – 21,387 miles
  • 2008 – 13,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,595 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,595 miles2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,595 miles
    Test number
    782232504786
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail98,595 miles (-10,331)2 repaired2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,595 miles
    Test number
    256098085980
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,926 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,926 miles
    Test number
    393223701396
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail108,926 miles (+2,509)1 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,926 miles
    Test number
    755419768134
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass106,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    106,417 miles
    Test number
    385587027320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail106,417 miles (+5,857)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,417 miles
    Test number
    775052576972
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,560 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,560 miles
    Test number
    212070953102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,419 miles
    Test number
    291222346803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,419 miles (+4,246)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,419 miles
    Test number
    488933090598
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,173 miles (+5,043)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,173 miles
    Test number
    545145633127
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front side light lense cracked

  11. Pass87,130 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    182817465538
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail87,130 miles (+6,147)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    952588824476
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass80,983 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,983 miles
    Test number
    111161983894
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail80,983 miles (+7,862)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,983 miles
    Test number
    145017867261
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blowing at rear section (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass73,121 miles (+9,663)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    73,121 miles
    Test number
    323932666745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass63,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    115734577635
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheels slightly buckled
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail63,458 miles (+8,145)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    395590610538
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 wheels slightly buckled
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass55,313 miles (+7,057)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,313 miles
    Test number
    221366504562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,256 miles
    Test number
    768934344325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,256 miles (+9,141)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,256 miles
    Test number
    609873644397
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass39,115 miles (+2)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,115 miles
    Test number
    329477743323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low on inner shoulder 205/45/17W
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail39,113 miles (+8,033)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,113 miles
    Test number
    478345343357
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low on inner shoulder 205/45/17W
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass31,080 miles (+3,303)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,080 miles
    Test number
    605632852346
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass27,777 miles (+3,241)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,777 miles
    Test number
    117267982429
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE INNER EDGE VERY LOW ON TREAD

  25. Pass24,536 miles (+3,149)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,536 miles
    Test number
    196768981061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,387 miles (+7,504)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,387 miles
    Test number
    274435340172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre limit ,inner edge devoid of tread (recommend replace now)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2mm outer edge

  27. Pass13,883 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,883 miles
    Test number
    972907378190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail13,881 miles2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,881 miles
    Test number
    223876278481
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 FYN

Does LB05 FYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 FYN is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 FYN?
The MOT on LB05 FYN is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 FYN done?
LB05 FYN was recorded at 98,595 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 4,779 miles a year.
Has LB05 FYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 FYN has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 FYN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 FYN find?
LB05 FYN passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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