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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB54 VGLMOT history

LB54 VGL is a black petrol MINI first used on 24 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 14,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
14,596 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VGL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VGL was last recorded at 14,596 miles on 8 May 2025, 149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2012: 6,464 miles, lower than 14,450 miles on 17 Feb 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
14,447 miles · 8 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
149 miles
Average per year
586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 14,596 miles
  • 2024 – 14,447 miles
  • 2023 – 14,261 miles
  • 2022 – 13,968 miles
  • 2021 – 13,650 miles
  • 2020 – 13,594 miles
  • 2019 – 13,192 miles
  • 2018 – 12,456 miles
  • 2017 – 11,678 miles
  • 2016 – 10,426 miles
  • 2015 – 9,036 miles
  • 2014 – 7,721 miles
  • 2013 – 6,725 miles
  • 2012 – 6,464 miles
  • 2011 – 14,450 miles
  • 2009 – 5,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,596 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear seatbelts slow retraction

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,596 miles (+149)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    14,596 miles
    Test number
    630387556524
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear seatbelts slow retraction

  2. Pass14,447 miles (+186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    14,447 miles
    Test number
    885320508465
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass14,261 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    14,261 miles
    Test number
    402452424162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass13,968 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    13,968 miles
    Test number
    638471092439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass13,650 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    13,650 miles
    Test number
    756433618560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass13,594 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    13,594 miles
    Test number
    207773169170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass13,192 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    13,192 miles
    Test number
    308683338369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass12,456 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    12,456 miles
    Test number
    397024278387
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail12,450 miles (+772)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,450 miles
    Test number
    675130238740
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass11,678 miles (+1,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    11,678 miles
    Test number
    124716862869
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass10,426 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    10,426 miles
    Test number
    247395257624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,036 miles (+1,315)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    9,036 miles
    Test number
    145099905422
    • NoteBoth rear tyre has cracks

  13. Fail7,721 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,721 miles
    Test number
    855716914091
    • Repaired at testRear Halfshaft stud missing (4.2.B.3)

  14. Pass7,721 miles (+996)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    7,721 miles
    Test number
    999556214051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    6,725 miles
    Test number
    436740913016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail6,721 miles (+257)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,721 miles
    Test number
    217130813086
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  17. Fail6,464 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,464 miles
    Test number
    226032512049
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  18. Pass6,464 miles (-7,986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    6,464 miles
    Test number
    958112212094
    • NoteAir bag light on

  19. Pass14,450 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,450 miles
    Test number
    478028441044
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Fail5,972 miles (+845)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,972 miles
    Test number
    768728241034
    • FailureOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Pass5,127 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    5,127 miles
    Test number
    240595979077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail5,124 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,124 miles
    Test number
    493902879096
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about LB54 VGL

Does LB54 VGL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 VGL expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VGL?
The MOT on LB54 VGL expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 VGL done?
LB54 VGL was recorded at 14,596 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 586 miles a year.
Has LB54 VGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VGL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on LB54 VGL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 VGL find?
LB54 VGL passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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