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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 HZHMOT history

LB05 HZH is a black petrol MINI first used on 22 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
127,983 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 HZH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 HZH was last recorded at 127,983 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,982 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,983 miles
  • 2025 – 124,459 miles
  • 2024 – 121,130 miles
  • 2023 – 117,794 miles
  • 2021 – 113,199 miles
  • 2020 – 105,468 miles
  • 2019 – 93,014 miles
  • 2018 – 86,541 miles
  • 2017 – 83,224 miles
  • 2016 – 78,023 miles
  • 2014 – 66,682 miles
  • 2013 – 57,450 miles
  • 2012 – 50,914 miles
  • 2011 – 39,160 miles
  • 2010 – 33,258 miles
  • 2008 – 19,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,983 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,983 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    127,983 miles
    Test number
    657139496664
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail127,982 miles (+3,523)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,982 miles
    Test number
    550387941552
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust broken at rear (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,459 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    124,459 miles
    Test number
    234628748433
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread/sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail124,459 miles (+3,329)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,459 miles
    Test number
    219121479947
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread/sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,130 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,130 miles
    Test number
    435426875529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail121,106 miles (+3,312)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,106 miles
    Test number
    583693467030
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass117,794 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    117,794 miles
    Test number
    300498637983
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Fail117,786 miles (+4,587)2 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,786 miles
    Test number
    176386123490
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently under bonnet checks not completed wont open fully (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play at steering rack (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking across steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass113,199 miles (+3,646)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,199 miles
    Test number
    448507753629
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass109,553 miles (+4,085)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,553 miles
    Test number
    301510605001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    105,468 miles
    Test number
    908398878527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,468 miles (+12,454)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,468 miles
    Test number
    466184677438
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass93,014 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,014 miles
    Test number
    225880319264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,541 miles (+3,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,541 miles
    Test number
    521684192918
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass83,224 miles (+5,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,224 miles
    Test number
    127959050019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened at inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened at inner surface (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass78,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,023 miles
    Test number
    200205057339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail78,023 miles (+11,341)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,023 miles
    Test number
    774105983301
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass66,682 miles (+9,232)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,682 miles
    Test number
    328494434267
    • Note1. NS REAR TYRE getting very perished...cracking in treads and sidewall...recommend renewal soon 175/65/15
    • Note2. no plate bulbs poor as lens missing
    • Note3. Gear selection tight... recommend attention

  19. Pass57,450 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,450 miles
    Test number
    337823133289
    • NoteBoth rear numberplate light lenses missing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOil dampness on power steering flexible hose
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  20. Fail57,450 miles (+6,536)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,450 miles
    Test number
    747032833256
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Note175/65/15 tyre size
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread on limit
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOil dampness on power steering flexible hose
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  21. Pass50,914 miles (+11,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    317625432294
    • NoteOs front tyre on only 1.8mm (175/65/15)

  22. Pass39,160 miles (+5,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,160 miles
    Test number
    946027061045
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass33,258 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,258 miles
    Test number
    831752860077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,979 miles (+13,937)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,979 miles
    Test number
    540313450007
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass19,042 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    19,042 miles
    Test number
    373834338455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads getting low

Questions about LB05 HZH

Does LB05 HZH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 HZH is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 HZH?
The MOT on LB05 HZH is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 HZH done?
LB05 HZH was recorded at 127,983 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 6,161 miles a year.
Has LB05 HZH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 HZH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 HZH 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 LB05 HZH find?
LB05 HZH passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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