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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 XATMOT history

LB05 XAT is a blue petrol MINI first used on 16 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 116,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2025
Mileage
116,332 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XAT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XAT was last recorded at 116,332 miles on 23 Sept 2024, 5,415 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,917 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
5,415 miles
Average per year
4,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,332 miles
  • 2023 – 110,917 miles
  • 2019 – 108,515 miles
  • 2018 – 103,022 miles
  • 2016 – 99,000 miles
  • 2015 – 96,234 miles
  • 2014 – 91,280 miles
  • 2013 – 85,729 miles
  • 2012 – 82,956 miles
  • 2011 – 72,517 miles
  • 2010 – 67,416 miles
  • 2009 – 64,346 miles
  • 2008 – 51,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,332 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside + Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside + Offside (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Full frame / mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside + Offside (Tyre are also cracking/perishing) (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Jacking block missing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Boot also deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Frame corroded + Inner sills (Nearside + Offside) (5.3.6 (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.

  • O/s/f/tyre/worn/edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Fuel cap seal perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,332 miles (+5,415)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,332 miles
    Test number
    242512452447
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside + Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside + Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Full frame / mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside + Offside (Tyre are also cracking/perishing) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Boot also deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Frame corroded + Inner sills (Nearside + Offside) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,917 miles (+2,402)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,917 miles
    Test number
    393915895389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    108,515 miles
    Test number
    991508842668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,571 miles (+5,549)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,571 miles
    Test number
    898482275148
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass103,022 miles (+4,022)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,022 miles
    Test number
    665560847926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  6. Pass99,000 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,000 miles
    Test number
    972685770700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,987 miles (+1,215)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,987 miles
    Test number
    819737731462
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint on hub (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  8. Pass97,772 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,772 miles
    Test number
    606943286431
    • AdvisoryO/s/f/tyre/worn/edge

  9. Fail97,771 miles (+1,537)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,771 miles
    Test number
    226449192209
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to/front (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f/tyre/worn/edge

  10. Pass96,234 miles (+143)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,234 miles
    Test number
    743370874179
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  11. Fail96,091 miles (+4,811)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,091 miles
    Test number
    491877643645
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  12. Fail91,280 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,280 miles
    Test number
    307955564448
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass91,280 miles (+5,551)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,280 miles
    Test number
    655185864239
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass85,729 miles (+2,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,729 miles
    Test number
    466158663267
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  15. Pass82,956 miles (+10,439)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,956 miles
    Test number
    715071412358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,517 miles (+5,101)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,517 miles
    Test number
    409905181227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,416 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    192758090267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,346 miles (+12,867)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,346 miles
    Test number
    432517109398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Pass51,479 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,479 miles
    Test number
    891393768262
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration rear wiper blade.

  20. Fail51,479 miles6 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,479 miles
    Test number
    310562668269
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeterioration rear wiper blade.

Questions about LB05 XAT

Does LB05 XAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 XAT expired on 26 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XAT?
The MOT on LB05 XAT expired on 26 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 XAT done?
LB05 XAT was recorded at 116,332 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2024, an average of 4,050 miles a year.
Has LB05 XAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XAT has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LB05 XAT 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 XAT find?
LB05 XAT passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective nearside + offside; brake warning lamp illuminated; front direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside + offside, and 11 more.

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