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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 YWZMOT history

LB05 YWZ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 14 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 21,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
21,716 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 YWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 YWZ was last recorded at 21,716 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 2,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
19,104 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,612 miles
Average per year
838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 21,716 miles
  • 2025 – 19,104 miles
  • 2024 – 15,816 miles
  • 2023 – 15,336 miles
  • 2022 – 14,327 miles
  • 2021 – 13,320 miles
  • 2014 – 12,973 miles
  • 2013 – 12,420 miles
  • 2012 – 11,492 miles
  • 2011 – 10,689 miles
  • 2010 – 9,338 miles
  • 2009 – 8,270 miles
  • 2008 – 6,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass21,716 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass21,716 miles (+2,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    21,716 miles
    Test number
    883388678742
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass19,104 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    19,104 miles
    Test number
    505453752116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail19,103 miles (+3,287)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,103 miles
    Test number
    425288740262
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached shoch absorber lower bolt rusted away (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached shock absorber bolts rusted away (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass15,816 miles (+480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    15,816 miles
    Test number
    881677842254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened TOP MOUNT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass15,336 miles (+1,009)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    15,336 miles
    Test number
    648707836799
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage PIPE ON RACK (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper TOP MOUNT OF SHOCK ABSORBER GETTING CRACKED AND PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass14,327 miles (+1,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    14,327 miles
    Test number
    240961538868
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage FRONT (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush PERISHED (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH RUSTY (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass13,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    13,320 miles
    Test number
    502500304111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail13,320 miles (+347)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,320 miles
    Test number
    321276766776
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass12,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    12,973 miles
    Test number
    587344974124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail12,973 miles (+553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,973 miles
    Test number
    319134774120
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass12,420 miles (+928)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    12,420 miles
    Test number
    375510103296
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to the wear indicators
    • NoteElectronic power steering pump noisy
    • NoteMetal brake pipes are corroded in places
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is slightly perished
    • NoteRear suspension components are corroded

  12. Pass11,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    11,492 miles
    Test number
    985722292125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail11,492 miles (+803)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,492 miles
    Test number
    535568182142
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass10,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    10,689 miles
    Test number
    467242271117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail10,689 miles (+1,351)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,689 miles
    Test number
    277258961195
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass9,338 miles (+1,068)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    9,338 miles
    Test number
    232596680494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,270 miles
    Test number
    244038899177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail8,270 miles (+1,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,270 miles
    Test number
    983764799145
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  19. Pass6,610 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    6,610 miles
    Test number
    214885788159
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNear and offside rear tyres have started to perish

  20. Fail6,610 miles2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,610 miles
    Test number
    720015388116
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LB05 YWZ

Does LB05 YWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 YWZ is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 YWZ?
The MOT on LB05 YWZ is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 YWZ done?
LB05 YWZ was recorded at 21,716 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 838 miles a year.
Has LB05 YWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 YWZ has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 YWZ 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 YWZ find?
LB05 YWZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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