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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB05 ZBZMOT history

LB05 ZBZ is a red petrol MINI first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
113,391 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 ZBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 ZBZ was last recorded at 113,391 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 13,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,895 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
13,496 miles
Average per year
5,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,391 miles
  • 2025 – 99,895 miles
  • 2024 – 92,896 miles
  • 2023 – 91,929 miles
  • 2020 – 85,522 miles
  • 2019 – 79,909 miles
  • 2018 – 73,599 miles
  • 2017 – 64,653 miles
  • 2016 – 60,215 miles
  • 2015 – 55,152 miles
  • 2014 – 51,213 miles
  • 2013 – 46,632 miles
  • 2012 – 39,511 miles
  • 2011 – 34,225 miles
  • 2010 – 27,284 miles
  • 2009 – 22,777 miles
  • 2008 – 10,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,391 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO LIMIT (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Fuel seepage on tank - further investigation required

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,391 miles (+13,496)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    113,391 miles
    Test number
    503000877569
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass99,895 miles (+6,999)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,895 miles
    Test number
    213844481795
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,896 miles (+967)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,896 miles
    Test number
    298472100344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,929 miles (+58)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,929 miles
    Test number
    552680346470
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail91,871 miles (+6,349)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,871 miles
    Test number
    443393933540
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass85,522 miles (+5,613)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,522 miles
    Test number
    685692848044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass79,909 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,909 miles
    Test number
    123904228872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail79,909 miles (+6,310)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,909 miles
    Test number
    931447004309
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,599 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,599 miles
    Test number
    670223907000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO LIMIT (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel seepage on tank - further investigation required
    • AdvisoryOffside rear silencer outer skin deteriorated

  10. Fail73,590 miles (+8,937)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,590 miles
    Test number
    475742931431
    • FailureNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases REAR SILENCER (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement CONSOLE (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO LIMIT (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement CONSOLE (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel seepage on tank - further investigation required
    • AdvisoryOffside rear silencer outer skin deteriorated

  11. Pass64,653 miles (+4,438)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,653 miles
    Test number
    383621242915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,215 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,215 miles
    Test number
    983873509655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,147 miles (+4,995)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,147 miles
    Test number
    126880412608
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear compliance bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective deploys but dose not squirt (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to become detached pad wear wire loose, lamp on (1.9.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush compliance bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  14. Pass55,152 miles (+3,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,152 miles
    Test number
    256639545049
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass51,213 miles (+4,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,213 miles
    Test number
    126705444081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass46,632 miles (+7,121)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,632 miles
    Test number
    185309643401
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePower steering pipe is oily

  17. Pass39,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    39,511 miles
    Test number
    935197642091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,511 miles (+5,286)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,511 miles
    Test number
    166667442026
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Fail34,225 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,225 miles
    Test number
    146966031073
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAlloy rims kerb damaged
    • NoteFront lower arm rear bushes split
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteIndicator repeators becoming white light

  20. Pass34,225 miles (+6,941)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    34,225 miles
    Test number
    266126731064
    • NoteAlloy rims kerb damaged
    • NoteFront lower arm rear bushes split
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteIndicator repeators becoming white light

  21. Pass27,284 miles (+4,507)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,284 miles
    Test number
    641028640029
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  22. Pass22,777 miles (+12,734)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    22,777 miles
    Test number
    544410029104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,043 miles
    Test number
    244223348473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 ZBZ

Does LB05 ZBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 ZBZ is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 ZBZ?
The MOT on LB05 ZBZ is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 ZBZ done?
LB05 ZBZ was recorded at 113,391 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 5,712 miles a year.
Has LB05 ZBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 ZBZ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 ZBZ 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 ZBZ find?
LB05 ZBZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes, and 2 more.

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