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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 XAJMOT history

LB05 XAJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 98,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,051 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XAJ
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 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XAJ was last recorded at 98,051 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,039 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,051 miles
  • 2025 – 98,039 miles
  • 2023 – 98,027 miles
  • 2022 – 78,097 miles
  • 2021 – 74,045 miles
  • 2020 – 71,569 miles
  • 2019 – 70,935 miles
  • 2018 – 66,126 miles
  • 2017 – 62,394 miles
  • 2016 – 58,967 miles
  • 2015 – 54,841 miles
  • 2014 – 51,561 miles
  • 2013 – 46,446 miles
  • 2012 – 42,018 miles
  • 2011 – 37,331 miles
  • 2010 – 32,551 miles
  • 2009 – 26,156 miles
  • 2008 – 19,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,051 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,051 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,051 miles
    Test number
    471978020167
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,039 miles (+12)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,039 miles
    Test number
    139399055093
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All round (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail98,027 miles (+19,930)2 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,027 miles
    Test number
    252762727491
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/17" (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45/17" (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass78,097 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,097 miles
    Test number
    964047019741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail78,086 miles (+4,041)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,086 miles
    Test number
    835685040418
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass74,045 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,045 miles
    Test number
    387126233687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,569 miles (+634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,569 miles
    Test number
    405240426511
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass70,935 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    70,935 miles
    Test number
    246813859024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail70,935 miles (+4,809)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,935 miles
    Test number
    884465110850
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass66,126 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,126 miles
    Test number
    602481024263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has badly uneven tread pattern
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded

  11. Fail66,124 miles (+3,730)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,124 miles
    Test number
    151520443771
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has badly uneven tread pattern
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded

  12. Pass62,394 miles (+3,427)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,394 miles
    Test number
    854540950884
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has an unevenly worn inner tread pattern
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass58,967 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,967 miles
    Test number
    445623422475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has an unevenly worn inner tread pattern
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail58,966 miles (+4,125)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,966 miles
    Test number
    103754929738
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has an unevenly worn inner tread pattern
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass54,841 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,841 miles
    Test number
    928136405154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight uneven tread pattern

  16. Fail54,837 miles (+3,276)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,837 miles
    Test number
    376745105161
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight uneven tread pattern

  17. Pass51,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,561 miles
    Test number
    247544714181
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Fail51,561 miles (+5,115)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,561 miles
    Test number
    875764414121
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Pass46,446 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,446 miles
    Test number
    607960303130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  20. Fail46,446 miles (+4,428)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,446 miles
    Test number
    719480603176
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  21. Fail42,018 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,018 miles
    Test number
    277814012408
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass42,018 miles (+4,687)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,018 miles
    Test number
    717664212196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass37,331 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,331 miles
    Test number
    746138511152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Fail37,327 miles (+4,776)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,327 miles
    Test number
    215917611111
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  25. Pass32,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,551 miles
    Test number
    154551010181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,550 miles (+6,394)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,550 miles
    Test number
    740591710145
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass26,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,156 miles
    Test number
    134669119176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,156 miles (+7,001)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,156 miles
    Test number
    752819219136
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  29. Pass19,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,155 miles
    Test number
    243883818151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail19,155 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,155 miles
    Test number
    470782118154
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LB05 XAJ

Does LB05 XAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XAJ is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XAJ?
The MOT on LB05 XAJ is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XAJ done?
LB05 XAJ was recorded at 98,051 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 4,453 miles a year.
Has LB05 XAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XAJ has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 XAJ 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 XAJ find?
LB05 XAJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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