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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 XAMMOT history

LB05 XAM is a blue petrol MINI first used on 27 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 95,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2025
Mileage
95,859 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XAM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XAM was last recorded at 95,859 miles on 30 Sept 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,854 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,859 miles
  • 2023 – 88,006 miles
  • 2022 – 78,582 miles
  • 2021 – 74,583 miles
  • 2020 – 65,284 miles
  • 2019 – 56,207 miles
  • 2018 – 44,727 miles
  • 2017 – 36,803 miles
  • 2016 – 36,031 miles
  • 2015 – 34,721 miles
  • 2014 – 30,852 miles
  • 2013 – 28,032 miles
  • 2012 – 25,573 miles
  • 2011 – 23,205 miles
  • 2009 – 16,831 miles
  • 2008 – 14,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,859 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspectionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak in the engine bay area but not excessiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,859 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,859 miles
    Test number
    390404295958
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak in the engine bay area but not excessive

  2. Fail95,854 miles (+7,848)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,854 miles
    Test number
    266908819234
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak in the engine bay area but not excessive

  3. Pass88,006 miles (+9,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,006 miles
    Test number
    909121044006
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy box (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass78,582 miles (+3,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,582 miles
    Test number
    908086955781
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass74,583 miles (+106)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,583 miles
    Test number
    259581699107
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Fail74,477 miles (+9,193)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,477 miles
    Test number
    658097336423
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass65,284 miles (+9,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,284 miles
    Test number
    285563275265
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass56,207 miles (+11,480)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,207 miles
    Test number
    960517620600
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass44,727 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,727 miles
    Test number
    956642574774
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail44,702 miles (+7,899)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,702 miles
    Test number
    615870663758
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass36,803 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,803 miles
    Test number
    798348067509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,031 miles (+1,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    36,031 miles
    Test number
    269683270782
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion some brake pipes

  13. Pass34,721 miles (+3,869)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,721 miles
    Test number
    118599065497
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f brake pipe is slightly corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer and bracket is corroded and deteriorated but exhaust is still secure

  14. Pass30,852 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,852 miles
    Test number
    899589204011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,032 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,032 miles
    Test number
    158586513035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,573 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,573 miles
    Test number
    217059302085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,205 miles (+6,374)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,205 miles
    Test number
    849141121014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,831 miles (+2,745)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,831 miles
    Test number
    833362959394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    14,086 miles
    Test number
    144433958368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 XAM

Does LB05 XAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 XAM expired on 29 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XAM?
The MOT on LB05 XAM expired on 29 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 XAM done?
LB05 XAM was recorded at 95,859 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2024, an average of 5,181 miles a year.
Has LB05 XAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XAM has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 XAM 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 XAM find?
LB05 XAM passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak in the engine bay area but not excessive.

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