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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB55 VYCMOT history

LB55 VYC is a grey petrol MINI first used on 17 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
117,942 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VYC was last recorded at 117,942 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,376 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
566 miles
Average per year
6,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,942 miles
  • 2025 – 117,376 miles
  • 2024 – 114,563 miles
  • 2023 – 110,187 miles
  • 2022 – 104,702 miles
  • 2021 – 104,117 miles
  • 2020 – 102,317 miles
  • 2019 – 81,363 miles
  • 2018 – 78,796 miles
  • 2017 – 74,320 miles
  • 2016 – 68,039 miles
  • 2015 – 61,295 miles
  • 2013 – 35,544 miles
  • 2012 – 24,093 miles
  • 2011 – 17,682 miles
  • 2010 – 13,979 miles
  • 2009 – 8,959 miles
  • 2008 – 2,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,942 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Fuel cap seal perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,942 miles (+566)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    117,942 miles
    Test number
    234535750758
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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. Pass117,376 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,376 miles
    Test number
    165303513711
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine and power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  3. Fail117,376 miles (+2,813)2 repaired1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,376 miles
    Test number
    188559139175
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine and power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  4. Pass114,563 miles (+4,376)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,563 miles
    Test number
    449186928832
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. gearbox and power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  5. Pass110,187 miles (+32)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,187 miles
    Test number
    490728069698
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail110,155 miles (+5,453)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,155 miles
    Test number
    428007599062
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass104,702 miles (+585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,702 miles
    Test number
    820363361590
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and suspension components light corrosion

  8. Pass104,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,117 miles
    Test number
    288868433620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,117 miles (+1,800)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,117 miles
    Test number
    476543288542
    • 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded going to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass102,317 miles (+20,954)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,317 miles
    Test number
    104291617627
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly cable sticking (1.3.1 (c))

  11. Pass81,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,363 miles
    Test number
    176638841857
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe going into flexy hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail81,363 miles (+2,567)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,363 miles
    Test number
    957339894296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm almost bald 195/55 R16 Continental run flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed and almost bald 195/55 R16 Continental run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb gone white in colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb gone white in colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe going into flexy hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass78,796 miles (+4,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,796 miles
    Test number
    968133145161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass74,320 miles (+6,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,320 miles
    Test number
    842579983630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass68,039 miles (+6,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,039 miles
    Test number
    610088731259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing down on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer in poor condition and sealed up with exhaust paste

  16. Pass61,295 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,295 miles
    Test number
    116811536534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,273 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    105817785022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail61,272 miles (+25,728)6 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,272 miles
    Test number
    346815685033
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass35,544 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,544 miles
    Test number
    949991053139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,543 miles (+11,450)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,543 miles
    Test number
    746100453181
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has nail in tread
    • NoteRear discs poor
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  21. Pass24,093 miles (+6,411)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,093 miles
    Test number
    308048612116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,682 miles (+3,703)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,682 miles
    Test number
    527306821121
    • NoteNearside front and offside front and nearside rear tyre cracking

  23. Pass13,979 miles (+5,020)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    13,979 miles
    Test number
    463258020154
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyre cracking at treaded areas

  24. Pass8,959 miles (+6,880)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    8,959 miles
    Test number
    352929439112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass2,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    2,079 miles
    Test number
    271092148468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 VYC

Does LB55 VYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VYC is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VYC?
The MOT on LB55 VYC is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VYC done?
LB55 VYC was recorded at 117,942 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,513 miles a year.
Has LB55 VYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VYC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 VYC 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 VYC find?
LB55 VYC passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 12 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 9 more.

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