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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 YVUMOT history

LB05 YVU is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2025
Mileage
101,912 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 YVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 YVU was last recorded at 101,912 miles on 3 Jun 2025, 2,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,356 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,556 miles
Average per year
4,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,912 miles
  • 2024 – 99,356 miles
  • 2023 – 97,983 miles
  • 2022 – 94,325 miles
  • 2021 – 90,354 miles
  • 2020 – 85,155 miles
  • 2019 – 82,721 miles
  • 2018 – 76,040 miles
  • 2017 – 67,935 miles
  • 2016 – 62,131 miles
  • 2015 – 56,867 miles
  • 2014 – 48,846 miles
  • 2013 – 45,462 miles
  • 2012 – 39,429 miles
  • 2011 – 32,640 miles
  • 2010 – 27,630 miles
  • 2009 – 22,559 miles
  • 2008 – 16,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,912 miles
  • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both front no beam image (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both front lens clouded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner c.v boot split/torn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm corroded/holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner ball joint boot split/torn (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm corroded/holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear general corrosion on all rear suspension components

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,912 miles (+2,556)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,912 miles
    Test number
    412480723340
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both front no beam image (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both front lens clouded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner c.v boot split/torn (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm corroded/holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner ball joint boot split/torn (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm corroded/holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general corrosion on all rear suspension components

  2. Pass99,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    99,356 miles
    Test number
    678678383745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail99,356 miles (+1,373)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,356 miles
    Test number
    653258789582
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass97,983 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    246703817994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  5. Fail97,983 miles (+3,658)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    318647678998
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  6. Pass94,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,325 miles
    Test number
    110311544958
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail94,325 miles (+3,971)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,325 miles
    Test number
    323596404871
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass90,354 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,354 miles
    Test number
    630613317554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,155 miles
    Test number
    756582660694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,155 miles (+2,434)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,155 miles
    Test number
    717689402477
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass82,721 miles (+6,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    82,721 miles
    Test number
    868038914715
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  12. Pass76,040 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,040 miles
    Test number
    266965504298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,035 miles (+8,100)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,035 miles
    Test number
    844382242991
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass67,935 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,935 miles
    Test number
    756958492638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail67,916 miles (+5,785)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    790455811299
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass62,131 miles (+5,264)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    304811616602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight movement on both front steering rackends

  17. Pass56,867 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,867 miles
    Test number
    428949935126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteColour of power steering reservoir doesn't allow a check of the fluid level

  18. Fail56,857 miles (+8,011)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,857 miles
    Test number
    178395935103
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteColour of power steering reservoir doesn't allow a check of the fluid level
    • NoteRear exhaust is deteriorated although the system is securely mounted

  19. Pass48,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,846 miles
    Test number
    126335834155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,846 miles (+316)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,846 miles
    Test number
    608514634146
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass48,530 miles (+3,068)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,530 miles
    Test number
    975811694044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvace corrosion on front and rear brake pipes advise,advance corrosion on rear silencer advise

  22. Pass45,462 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,462 miles
    Test number
    586254893033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail45,441 miles (+6,012)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,441 miles
    Test number
    277813793074
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass39,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,429 miles
    Test number
    886964792009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,429 miles (+6,789)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,429 miles
    Test number
    767193692060
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,640 miles (+5,010)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,640 miles
    Test number
    549241591019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,630 miles (+5,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,630 miles
    Test number
    843826090077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass22,559 miles (+5,993)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    22,559 miles
    Test number
    973860559097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail16,566 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,566 miles
    Test number
    100180768074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  30. Pass16,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,566 miles
    Test number
    492930268009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 YVU

Does LB05 YVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 YVU expired on 12 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 YVU?
The MOT on LB05 YVU expired on 12 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 YVU done?
LB05 YVU was recorded at 101,912 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2025, an average of 4,945 miles a year.
Has LB05 YVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 YVU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 YVU 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 YVU find?
LB05 YVU failed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2025 with 6 major defects and 7 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both front no beam image; front headlamp lens seriously defective both front lens clouded; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner c.v boot split/torn, and 10 more.

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