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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 WTFMOT history

LB05 WTF is a blue petrol MINI first used on 30 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 140,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
140,408 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 WTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 WTF was last recorded at 140,408 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,402 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,408 miles
  • 2024 – 138,704 miles
  • 2023 – 133,898 miles
  • 2022 – 129,492 miles
  • 2021 – 121,131 miles
  • 2020 – 117,054 miles
  • 2019 – 114,842 miles
  • 2018 – 110,973 miles
  • 2017 – 101,429 miles
  • 2016 – 94,616 miles
  • 2015 – 84,103 miles
  • 2014 – 77,692 miles
  • 2013 – 70,798 miles
  • 2012 – 61,479 miles
  • 2011 – 48,575 miles
  • 2010 – 36,702 miles
  • 2009 – 25,661 miles
  • 2008 – 16,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,408 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,408 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,408 miles
    Test number
    522927060043
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail140,402 miles (+1,698)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,402 miles
    Test number
    958210914421
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass138,704 miles (+4,806)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    138,704 miles
    Test number
    228706923452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass133,898 miles (+4,406)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,898 miles
    Test number
    388793758008
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Side (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass129,492 miles (+8,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,492 miles
    Test number
    286580471900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass121,131 miles (+4,077)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    121,131 miles
    Test number
    668116105893
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass117,054 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    117,054 miles
    Test number
    806994930141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front /to /back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail117,054 miles (+2,212)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,054 miles
    Test number
    827442703544
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front /to /back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass114,842 miles (+3,869)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,842 miles
    Test number
    195862077858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,973 miles (+9,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,973 miles
    Test number
    816326700182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear /bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear /bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    101,429 miles
    Test number
    566428649383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail101,429 miles (+6,813)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,429 miles
    Test number
    285549459856
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass94,616 miles (+461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,616 miles
    Test number
    921855008192
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail94,155 miles (+10,052)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,155 miles
    Test number
    224101994000
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both side (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass84,103 miles (+6,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    209861715254
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass77,692 miles (+6,894)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,692 miles
    Test number
    305023714412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,798 miles (+9,319)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,798 miles
    Test number
    335173913254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,479 miles (+12,904)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,479 miles
    Test number
    355475112463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,575 miles
    Test number
    958223611267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,575 miles (+11,873)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,575 miles
    Test number
    799113911212
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass36,702 miles (+11,041)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    884414010251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,661 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,661 miles
    Test number
    581755599194
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass25,661 miles (+8,979)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,661 miles
    Test number
    702775099141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,682 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,682 miles
    Test number
    314643508244
    • NoteBOTH WIPER BLADES SPLIT

Questions about LB05 WTF

Does LB05 WTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 WTF is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 WTF?
The MOT on LB05 WTF is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 WTF done?
LB05 WTF was recorded at 140,408 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 7,179 miles a year.
Has LB05 WTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 WTF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 WTF 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 WTF find?
LB05 WTF passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 2 more.

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