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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 YVHMOT history

LB05 YVH is a silver petrol MINI first used on 30 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 125,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,118 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 YVH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 YVH was last recorded at 125,118 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,118 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,118 miles
  • 2025 – 121,586 miles
  • 2024 – 119,638 miles
  • 2023 – 118,185 miles
  • 2022 – 116,625 miles
  • 2021 – 114,134 miles
  • 2020 – 108,577 miles
  • 2019 – 103,022 miles
  • 2018 – 94,740 miles
  • 2017 – 86,892 miles
  • 2016 – 79,865 miles
  • 2015 – 73,498 miles
  • 2014 – 65,776 miles
  • 2013 – 59,490 miles
  • 2012 – 54,360 miles
  • 2011 – 46,623 miles
  • 2010 – 38,244 miles
  • 2008 – 23,684 miles
  • 2007 – 14,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,118 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear silencer severely deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 rear silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,118 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,118 miles
    Test number
    564820191105
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer severely deteriorated
  2. Fail125,118 miles (+3,532)3 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,118 miles
    Test number
    362290423472
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil at minium mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer severely deteriorated
  3. Pass121,586 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    121,586 miles
    Test number
    122400193392
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre feathered on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre feathered on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail121,584 miles (+1,946)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,584 miles
    Test number
    313729474972
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre feathered on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre feathered on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass119,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,638 miles
    Test number
    150596781794
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer rusty
  6. Fail119,638 miles (+1,453)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,638 miles
    Test number
    857693483452
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer rusty
  7. Pass118,185 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    118,185 miles
    Test number
    984219003208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,625 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,625 miles
    Test number
    213612704114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,134 miles (+5,557)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,134 miles
    Test number
    895886103600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,577 miles (+5,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    108,577 miles
    Test number
    329690823130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass103,022 miles (+8,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,022 miles
    Test number
    272605187255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass94,740 miles (+7,848)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,740 miles
    Test number
    902944621285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,892 miles (+7,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,892 miles
    Test number
    854929955437
    • AdvisorySlight leak from power steering pump
  14. Pass79,865 miles (+6,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,865 miles
    Test number
    316613409928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outter edge
  15. Pass73,498 miles (+7,722)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,498 miles
    Test number
    677117895128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
  16. Pass65,776 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,776 miles
    Test number
    129538494197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,775 miles (+6,285)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,775 miles
    Test number
    379625994121
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  18. Fail59,490 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,490 miles
    Test number
    609320293167
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass59,490 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,490 miles
    Test number
    779190193194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,360 miles
    Test number
    227594792137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,360 miles (+7,737)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,360 miles
    Test number
    916684292131
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
  22. Pass46,623 miles (+8,379)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,623 miles
    Test number
    905047691146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,244 miles (+14,560)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,244 miles
    Test number
    684754290122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,684 miles
    Test number
    360280718492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,684 miles (+9,080)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,684 miles
    Test number
    364070418278
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
  26. Pass14,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,604 miles
    Test number
    913192997183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 YVH

Does LB05 YVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 YVH is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 YVH?
The MOT on LB05 YVH is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 YVH done?
LB05 YVH was recorded at 125,118 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 5,796 miles a year.
Has LB05 YVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 YVH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 YVH 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 YVH find?
LB05 YVH passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 4 more.

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