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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LB55 VTXMOT history

LB55 VTX is a blue petrol MINI first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
81,535 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VTX was last recorded at 81,535 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,531 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,535 miles
  • 2025 – 72,617 miles
  • 2024 – 63,462 miles
  • 2023 – 54,564 miles
  • 2022 – 44,330 miles
  • 2021 – 35,835 miles
  • 2020 – 35,776 miles
  • 2019 – 35,640 miles
  • 2018 – 35,475 miles
  • 2017 – 35,197 miles
  • 2016 – 34,596 miles
  • 2015 – 34,187 miles
  • 2014 – 33,957 miles
  • 2013 – 33,665 miles
  • 2012 – 33,108 miles
  • 2011 – 32,008 miles
  • 2010 – 30,676 miles
  • 2009 – 28,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,535 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,535 miles (+4)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    81,535 miles
    Test number
    596981925334
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail81,531 miles (+8,914)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,531 miles
    Test number
    251310172914
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass72,617 miles (+9,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,617 miles
    Test number
    442909208291
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive oil low on dip stick (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass63,462 miles (+8,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    63,462 miles
    Test number
    713783111323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass54,564 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,564 miles
    Test number
    691062303671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail54,544 miles (+10,214)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    507616312647
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear exhaust box hold and corroded. (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases the rear box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge the outer tread channel. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass44,330 miles (+8,495)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    44,330 miles
    Test number
    270889440817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,835 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    35,835 miles
    Test number
    302546644406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass35,776 miles (+136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    35,776 miles
    Test number
    331155556312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass35,640 miles (+165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    35,640 miles
    Test number
    966403446587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass35,475 miles (+278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,475 miles
    Test number
    454932003626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass35,197 miles (+601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,197 miles
    Test number
    740266351136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass34,596 miles (+409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,596 miles
    Test number
    530924163232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass34,187 miles (+230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,187 miles
    Test number
    558203225262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass33,957 miles (+292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,957 miles
    Test number
    905292084193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass33,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,665 miles
    Test number
    726499073135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,665 miles (+557)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,665 miles
    Test number
    957689073114
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass33,108 miles (+1,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,108 miles
    Test number
    765177272130
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass32,008 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,008 miles
    Test number
    115715781051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,676 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,676 miles
    Test number
    222682780058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,348 miles
    Test number
    992487659078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VTX

Does LB55 VTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VTX is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VTX?
The MOT on LB55 VTX is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VTX done?
LB55 VTX was recorded at 81,535 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 3,026 miles a year.
Has LB55 VTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VTX has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 VTX 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 VTX find?
LB55 VTX passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front lower oil leak, but not excessive; central front lower power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 7 more.

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