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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 HZUMOT history

LB05 HZU is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 125,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,525 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 HZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 HZU was last recorded at 125,525 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,516 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
5,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,525 miles
  • 2025 – 114,035 miles
  • 2024 – 107,714 miles
  • 2023 – 104,332 miles
  • 2022 – 94,758 miles
  • 2021 – 90,436 miles
  • 2020 – 87,179 miles
  • 2019 – 81,705 miles
  • 2018 – 80,041 miles
  • 2017 – 75,911 miles
  • 2016 – 68,173 miles
  • 2015 – 61,231 miles
  • 2014 – 56,802 miles
  • 2013 – 52,066 miles
  • 2012 – 46,266 miles
  • 2011 – 39,418 miles
  • 2010 – 35,873 miles
  • 2009 – 32,709 miles
  • 2008 – 28,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,525 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,525 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,525 miles
    Test number
    401801983343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,516 miles (+11,481)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,516 miles
    Test number
    615172586724
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front section. (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass114,035 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,035 miles
    Test number
    735558385306
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,014 miles (+6,300)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,014 miles
    Test number
    321903071521
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn trailing bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,714 miles (+3,382)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,714 miles
    Test number
    992406543437
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f, o/s/f, n/s/r, o/s/r..... (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass104,332 miles (+3,003)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,332 miles
    Test number
    802075753869
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail101,329 miles (+6,571)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,329 miles
    Test number
    352030526901
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bbj (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass94,758 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,758 miles
    Test number
    333548462770
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail94,757 miles (+4,321)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,757 miles
    Test number
    800502103230
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass90,436 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    198289600636
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake retaining spring missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail90,436 miles (+3,257)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    681587047569
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake retaining spring missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass87,179 miles (+5,474)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    87,179 miles
    Test number
    938657640358
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear caliper retaining spring missing

  13. Pass81,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    81,705 miles
    Test number
    617938785350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,705 miles (+1,664)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,705 miles
    Test number
    546026407376
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))

  15. Pass80,041 miles (+4,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,041 miles
    Test number
    735090143323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass75,911 miles (+7,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    396016860807
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass68,173 miles (+6,942)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,173 miles
    Test number
    267716049471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,231 miles (+4,429)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,231 miles
    Test number
    380038952323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,802 miles
    Test number
    705462264273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail56,802 miles (+4,736)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,802 miles
    Test number
    386072864468
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass52,066 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,066 miles
    Test number
    266040263254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    417747352279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,266 miles (+6,848)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    449337252201
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass39,418 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,418 miles
    Test number
    935453961225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,873 miles (+3,164)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    35,873 miles
    Test number
    312044270201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,709 miles (+4,113)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,709 miles
    Test number
    224398769226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteWipers split

  27. Pass28,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    28,596 miles
    Test number
    392116378239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 HZU

Does LB05 HZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 HZU is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 HZU?
The MOT on LB05 HZU is valid until 2 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 HZU done?
LB05 HZU was recorded at 125,525 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 5,539 miles a year.
Has LB05 HZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 HZU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 HZU 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 HZU find?
LB05 HZU passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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