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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 LUWMOT history

LB05 LUW is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
43,443 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 LUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 LUW was last recorded at 43,443 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,443 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 43,443 miles
  • 2024 – 43,150 miles
  • 2023 – 43,137 miles
  • 2019 – 42,604 miles
  • 2018 – 37,321 miles
  • 2017 – 31,676 miles
  • 2016 – 31,475 miles
  • 2015 – 27,632 miles
  • 2014 – 25,855 miles
  • 2013 – 24,885 miles
  • 2012 – 23,128 miles
  • 2011 – 19,964 miles
  • 2010 – 18,043 miles
  • 2009 – 15,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,443 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates dull but ledgable (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWindscreen chippedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,443 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    43,443 miles
    Test number
    452037242003
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates dull but ledgable (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  2. Fail43,443 miles (+293)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,443 miles
    Test number
    286020044961
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates dull but ledgable (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  3. Pass43,150 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    43,150 miles
    Test number
    751127082979
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail43,150 miles (+13)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,150 miles
    Test number
    896994167384
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass43,137 miles (+533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    43,137 miles
    Test number
    899196245489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass42,604 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,604 miles
    Test number
    423406984352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,602 miles (+5,281)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    239161699440
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass37,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    37,321 miles
    Test number
    227893501663
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail37,321 miles (+5,645)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,321 miles
    Test number
    703503232326
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front / middle join (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear / middle join (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking flexy hose join (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking flexy hose join (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass31,676 miles (+201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,676 miles
    Test number
    247168607384
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside and nearside front lower arm bushes

  11. Pass31,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    31,475 miles
    Test number
    371491546666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail31,472 miles (+3,840)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,472 miles
    Test number
    709821616556
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass27,632 miles (+1,777)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    27,632 miles
    Test number
    849898925109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    25,855 miles
    Test number
    177823914194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail25,855 miles (+970)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,855 miles
    Test number
    317763314164
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass24,885 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,885 miles
    Test number
    258351733186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,128 miles (+3,164)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,128 miles
    Test number
    115397432164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,964 miles
    Test number
    116643841183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,964 miles (+1,921)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,964 miles
    Test number
    587403241143
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass18,043 miles (+2,615)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    18,043 miles
    Test number
    890102000141
    • NoteNearside rear offside rear tyre inner edge worn

  21. Pass15,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,428 miles
    Test number
    380649929161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 LUW

Does LB05 LUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 LUW is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 LUW?
The MOT on LB05 LUW is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 LUW done?
LB05 LUW was recorded at 43,443 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 1,703 miles a year.
Has LB05 LUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 LUW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 LUW 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 LUW find?
LB05 LUW passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to flexible hoses; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes, and 2 more.

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