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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 WYWMOT history

LB05 WYW is a black petrol MINI first used on 19 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,825 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 WYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 WYW was last recorded at 103,825 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 5,317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,508 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,317 miles
Average per year
4,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,825 miles
  • 2025 – 98,508 miles
  • 2024 – 98,096 miles
  • 2023 – 91,593 miles
  • 2022 – 84,078 miles
  • 2021 – 75,080 miles
  • 2020 – 68,994 miles
  • 2018 – 55,917 miles
  • 2017 – 54,340 miles
  • 2016 – 52,605 miles
  • 2015 – 49,027 miles
  • 2014 – 45,224 miles
  • 2013 – 41,066 miles
  • 2012 – 37,460 miles
  • 2011 – 33,899 miles
  • 2010 – 30,738 miles
  • 2009 – 24,339 miles
  • 2008 – 20,384 miles
  • 2007 – 11,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,825 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshenersRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySQUICK NOISE FROM ENGINE BAY – SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY - RUBBER BONDING DETACHED
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - rear trailing arms (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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone B within limits

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,825 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,825 miles
    Test number
    687856944760
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySQUICK NOISE FROM ENGINE BAY – SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY - RUBBER BONDING DETACHED
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,825 miles (+5,317)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,825 miles
    Test number
    949450953183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySQUICK NOISE FROM ENGINE BAY – SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLEY - RUBBER BONDING DETACHED
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - rear trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,508 miles (+412)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,508 miles
    Test number
    960255866371
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass98,096 miles (+6,503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,096 miles
    Test number
    275848802024
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air Fresheners
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases MEET THE REQUIREMENTS ONLY (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass91,593 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,593 miles
    Test number
    436390060061
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone B within limits (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - in the wheel housings (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Fail91,591 miles (+7,513)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,591 miles
    Test number
    563427175758
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn AFT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn AFT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone B within limits (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,078 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    84,078 miles
    Test number
    125785048534
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - in the wheel housing, next to the joint to the hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Fail84,061 miles (+8,981)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,061 miles
    Test number
    802087747085
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition crack across left to right (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - in the wheel housing, next to the joint to the hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass75,080 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,080 miles
    Test number
    245594156449
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - rear - in the tank area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front - in wheel housing, next to the joint to the hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides front top mounts - rubber cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamages on both bumpers - front and nearside rear

  10. Fail75,080 miles (+6,086)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,080 miles
    Test number
    105402211266
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - rear - in the tank area (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front - in wheel housing, next to the joint to the hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened both sides front top mounts - rubber cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamages on both bumpers - front and nearside rear

  11. Pass68,994 miles (+207)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,994 miles
    Test number
    510343842642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail68,787 miles (+12,870)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    778992651976
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass55,917 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,917 miles
    Test number
    978730967439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,340 miles (+1,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    54,340 miles
    Test number
    628022257499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass52,605 miles (+3,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,605 miles
    Test number
    590501978790
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass49,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,027 miles
    Test number
    380620656835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,027 miles (+3,803)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,027 miles
    Test number
    302618865135
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass45,224 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,224 miles
    Test number
    746002074240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,150 miles (+4,084)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,150 miles
    Test number
    468648864295
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSump seeping

  20. Pass41,066 miles (+61)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,066 miles
    Test number
    508006663248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSump seeping

  21. Fail41,005 miles (+3,545)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,005 miles
    Test number
    626255853248
    • DangerousFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSump seeping

  22. Pass37,460 miles (+3,561)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,460 miles
    Test number
    235268162225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront Brake disc(s) wearing thin

  23. Pass33,899 miles (+3,161)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,899 miles
    Test number
    638953641238
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension bushes starting to crack

  24. Pass30,738 miles (+6,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,738 miles
    Test number
    400266760236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront suspension wishbone bushes starting to split

  25. Pass24,339 miles (+3,955)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,339 miles
    Test number
    952650269215
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner redge
    • NoteWipers split

  26. Pass20,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,384 miles
    Test number
    521787968247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,379 miles (+9,225)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,379 miles
    Test number
    692277268249
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass11,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    11,154 miles
    Test number
    792831177245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 WYW

Does LB05 WYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 WYW is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 WYW?
The MOT on LB05 WYW is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 WYW done?
LB05 WYW was recorded at 103,825 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 4,889 miles a year.
Has LB05 WYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 WYW has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 WYW 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 WYW find?
LB05 WYW passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners, and 4 more.

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