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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 LJJMOT history

LB56 LJJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 7 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2024
Mileage
116,260 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 LJJ was last recorded at 116,260 miles on 20 Aug 2025, 1,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,970 miles · 11 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,290 miles
Average per year
5,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,260 miles
  • 2023 – 114,970 miles
  • 2022 – 109,627 miles
  • 2021 – 105,704 miles
  • 2020 – 100,968 miles
  • 2019 – 96,137 miles
  • 2018 – 90,605 miles
  • 2017 – 84,060 miles
  • 2016 – 76,910 miles
  • 2014 – 67,641 miles
  • 2013 – 63,245 miles
  • 2012 – 57,128 miles
  • 2011 – 51,486 miles
  • 2010 – 31,424 miles
  • 2009 – 28,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,260 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • 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 Exhaust mounting defective and x2 clamps missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mid chassis (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryLower radiator mounting broken
  • AdvisoryStop lights staying on when key is turned off

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre side wall cut not reaching canvass

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,260 miles (+1,290)8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,260 miles
    Test number
    230781423668
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Exhaust mounting defective and x2 clamps missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material mid chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower radiator mounting broken
    • AdvisoryStop lights staying on when key is turned off

  2. Pass114,970 miles (+5,343)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,970 miles
    Test number
    597318705685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,627 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,627 miles
    Test number
    851596190561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail109,612 miles (+3,908)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    210640480719
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush [rear] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint clamps missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,704 miles (+4,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,704 miles
    Test number
    564807136527
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,968 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,968 miles
    Test number
    330638411937
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both top mount knocking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail100,968 miles (+4,831)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,968 miles
    Test number
    131938501162
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both top mount knocking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass96,137 miles (+5,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,137 miles
    Test number
    525007055010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass90,605 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,605 miles
    Test number
    214957973227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre side wall cut not reaching canvass

  10. Fail90,597 miles (+6,537)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,597 miles
    Test number
    672947180811
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre side wall cut not reaching canvass

  11. Pass84,060 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,060 miles
    Test number
    292686369913
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged n/s and o/s (4.1.D.1e)

  12. Fail84,060 miles (+7,150)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,060 miles
    Test number
    554987460781
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged n/s and o/s (4.1.D.1e)

  13. Pass76,910 miles (+9,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,910 miles
    Test number
    280662935425
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass67,641 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,641 miles
    Test number
    449795704207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail67,639 miles (+4,394)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,639 miles
    Test number
    775734704262
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass63,245 miles (+6,117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,245 miles
    Test number
    397407603283
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass57,128 miles (+5,642)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,128 miles
    Test number
    126939102232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,486 miles (+20,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,486 miles
    Test number
    915132211269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,424 miles (+2,500)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,424 miles
    Test number
    273068170109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,924 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,924 miles
    Test number
    211586199226
    • 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)

  21. Fail28,924 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,924 miles
    Test number
    371816899495
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

Questions about LB56 LJJ

Does LB56 LJJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 LJJ expired on 10 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LJJ?
The MOT on LB56 LJJ expired on 10 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 LJJ done?
LB56 LJJ was recorded at 116,260 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2025, an average of 5,519 miles a year.
Has LB56 LJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LJJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 LJJ 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 LB56 LJJ find?
LB56 LJJ failed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2025 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint excessively worn, and 16 more.

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