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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB55 VTKMOT history

LB55 VTK is a red petrol MINI first used on 31 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2026
Mileage
109,885 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VTK was last recorded at 109,885 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,879 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,885 miles
  • 2024 – 103,365 miles
  • 2023 – 99,029 miles
  • 2022 – 95,103 miles
  • 2021 – 93,113 miles
  • 2020 – 90,391 miles
  • 2019 – 86,202 miles
  • 2018 – 80,542 miles
  • 2017 – 75,424 miles
  • 2016 – 67,539 miles
  • 2015 – 61,731 miles
  • 2014 – 55,497 miles
  • 2013 – 48,804 miles
  • 2012 – 40,054 miles
  • 2011 – 30,723 miles
  • 2010 – 20,866 miles
  • 2009 – 10,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,885 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated close to excess (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear screw in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perishingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,885 miles (+6)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    109,885 miles
    Test number
    289964568405
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated close to excess (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perishing

  2. Fail109,879 miles (+6,514)1 dangerous3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,879 miles
    Test number
    973350682144
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated close to excess (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear screw in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perishing

  3. Pass103,365 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,365 miles
    Test number
    259148982325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail103,343 miles (+4,314)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    279801094909
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested car overheated (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,029 miles (+3,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    99,029 miles
    Test number
    681968652067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass95,103 miles (+1,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,103 miles
    Test number
    219490777769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below min

  7. Pass93,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,113 miles
    Test number
    175130945511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,113 miles (+2,722)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,113 miles
    Test number
    159812640385
    • DangerousBrake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system CORRODE AND BURST (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass90,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    464310720168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,391 miles (+4,189)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    350450834125
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass86,202 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,202 miles
    Test number
    980093560855
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door intermittently difficult to open from inside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail86,202 miles (+5,660)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,202 miles
    Test number
    251463441127
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door intermittently difficult to open from inside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass80,542 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,542 miles
    Test number
    537264105016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded toward rear in sections. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion seal. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded towards rear in sections (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion seal. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail80,542 miles (+5,118)2 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,542 miles
    Test number
    398103854759
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre/rear exhaust needed. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded toward rear in sections. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion seal. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded towards rear in sections (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion seal. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass75,424 miles (+7,885)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,424 miles
    Test number
    463736270769
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside registration plate lense cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass67,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,539 miles
    Test number
    957738946640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms,rear mounting bushes have wear and movement.

  17. Fail67,539 miles (+5,808)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,539 miles
    Test number
    426242415862
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms,rear mounting bushes have wear and movement.

  18. Pass61,731 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,731 miles
    Test number
    938584145010
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front suspension arms,rear mounting bushes have slight wear and movement.
    • NoteSlight brake binding at offside rear.

  19. Fail61,731 miles (+6,234)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,731 miles
    Test number
    459984645060
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front suspension arms,rear mounting bushes have slight wear and movement.
    • NoteSlight brake binding at offside rear.

  20. Pass55,497 miles (+6,693)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,497 miles
    Test number
    138187154008
    • NoteRear silencer corroded & weak.

  21. Pass48,804 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,804 miles
    Test number
    187709553041
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded.

  22. Fail48,804 miles (+8,750)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,804 miles
    Test number
    706899253070
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer, outer casing corroded.

  23. Pass40,054 miles (+9,331)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,054 miles
    Test number
    325048352000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMinor oil leak at offside front.

  24. Pass30,723 miles (+9,857)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,723 miles
    Test number
    979719951045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,866 miles (+9,943)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,866 miles
    Test number
    393706150082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    10,923 miles
    Test number
    423171869096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VTK

Does LB55 VTK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 VTK expired on 26 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VTK?
The MOT on LB55 VTK expired on 26 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 VTK done?
LB55 VTK was recorded at 109,885 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 6,130 miles a year.
Has LB55 VTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VTK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 VTK 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 LB55 VTK find?
LB55 VTK passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated close to excess; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 10 more.

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