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Orange · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB55 VXYMOT history

LB55 VXY is an orange petrol MINI first used on 30 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 99,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,797 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VXY was last recorded at 99,797 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 81 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jul 2022: 90,729 miles, lower than 90,742 miles on 28 Jun 2022.

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
99,716 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
81 miles
Average per year
4,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,797 miles
  • 2025 – 96,724 miles
  • 2024 – 94,203 miles
  • 2023 – 93,061 miles
  • 2022 – 90,729 miles
  • 2021 – 88,110 miles
  • 2020 – 84,721 miles
  • 2019 – 82,917 miles
  • 2018 – 80,718 miles
  • 2017 – 80,691 miles
  • 2016 – 73,649 miles
  • 2015 – 63,012 miles
  • 2014 – 62,977 miles
  • 2013 – 51,585 miles
  • 2012 – 46,641 miles
  • 2011 – 39,744 miles
  • 2010 – 28,080 miles
  • 2009 – 19,630 miles
  • 2008 – 19,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,797 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt pre-tensioner works intermittentlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecureRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,797 miles (+81)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,797 miles
    Test number
    265549199424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt pre-tensioner works intermittently
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  2. Fail99,716 miles (+100)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,716 miles
    Test number
    815702432477
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt pre-tensioner works intermittently
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  3. Fail99,616 miles (+2,892)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,616 miles
    Test number
    745935790511
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play Both sides front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWheel bearing rough when rotated Nearside front (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield poorly fixed
    • AdvisoryGeneral heavy corrosion throughout
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside

  4. Pass96,724 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    96,724 miles
    Test number
    254224183461
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively botyh discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded and pitted inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail96,724 miles (+2,521)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,724 miles
    Test number
    391681121020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively botyh discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded and pitted inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,203 miles (+1,142)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,203 miles
    Test number
    390216771420
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass93,061 miles (+2,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,061 miles
    Test number
    767050189870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Pass90,729 miles (-13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,729 miles
    Test number
    627765962567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail90,742 miles (+2,632)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,742 miles
    Test number
    820401321980
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass88,110 miles (+3,389)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,110 miles
    Test number
    575504440318
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass84,721 miles (+1,804)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,721 miles
    Test number
    826623276790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass82,917 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,917 miles
    Test number
    505173919990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,718 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,718 miles
    Test number
    270343774711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,691 miles (+7,042)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,691 miles
    Test number
    481792910784
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported times 4 rubbers (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

  15. Pass73,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,649 miles
    Test number
    436028625978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBack box rear bracket rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit

  16. Fail73,649 miles (+10,637)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,649 miles
    Test number
    499043060360
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit

  17. Pass63,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,012 miles
    Test number
    939509395040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,012 miles (+35)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,012 miles
    Test number
    389199095070
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail62,977 miles (+8,145)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,977 miles
    Test number
    207070254322
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NotePad warning lamp on dash

  20. Pass54,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,832 miles
    Test number
    555958244098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,832 miles (+3,247)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,832 miles
    Test number
    707258044009
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  22. Pass51,585 miles (+4,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,585 miles
    Test number
    379044963182
    • NoteRear exhaust mountings incomplete

  23. Pass46,641 miles (+6,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,641 miles
    Test number
    207788652412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass39,744 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,744 miles
    Test number
    918654291036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,738 miles (+11,658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    535032791065
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass28,080 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,080 miles
    Test number
    304486220090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,019 miles (+8,389)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,019 miles
    Test number
    193423520089
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass19,630 miles (+405)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,630 miles
    Test number
    910263319075
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on the edges

  29. Fail19,225 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,225 miles
    Test number
    562235468337
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are in worn and cracking

Questions about LB55 VXY

Does LB55 VXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VXY is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VXY?
The MOT on LB55 VXY is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VXY done?
LB55 VXY was recorded at 99,797 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 4,580 miles a year.
Has LB55 VXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VXY has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 VXY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jul 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 VXY find?
LB55 VXY passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside front seat belt pre-tensioner works intermittently, and 8 more.

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