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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LC03 RFYMOT history

LC03 RFY is a black petrol MINI first used on 12 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2022.

LC03 RFY black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2023
Mileage
103,696 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 RFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 RFY was last recorded at 103,696 miles on 7 Jan 2022, 6,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,087 miles · 10 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
6,609 miles
Average per year
5,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,696 miles
  • 2020 – 97,087 miles
  • 2019 – 91,694 miles
  • 2018 – 85,071 miles
  • 2017 – 76,667 miles
  • 2016 – 67,585 miles
  • 2015 – 60,814 miles
  • 2014 – 55,688 miles
  • 2013 – 53,194 miles
  • 2012 – 50,709 miles
  • 2011 – 47,267 miles
  • 2010 – 43,890 miles
  • 2009 – 40,227 miles
  • 2008 – 33,943 miles
  • 2007 – 26,201 miles
  • 2006 – 17,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,696 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • O/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • O/s/r brake slight fluctuation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake fluid contaminated

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,696 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,696 miles
    Test number
    283942030166
    • 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 Front 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))

  2. Fail103,696 miles (+6,609)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,696 miles
    Test number
    693802897004
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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 Front 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))

  3. Pass97,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,087 miles
    Test number
    203870090788
    • AdvisoryO/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake slight fluctuation

  4. Fail97,087 miles (+5,393)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,087 miles
    Test number
    504558388635
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f droplink b/joint cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam o/s/f (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working o/s/r sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding o/s/r brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s/f lower arm -rear rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn o/s/f lower arm -rear rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake slight fluctuation

  5. Pass91,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,694 miles
    Test number
    838978176977
    • AdvisoryRear Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

  6. Fail91,694 miles (+6,623)2 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,694 miles
    Test number
    719597935001
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low.
    • AdvisoryRear Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

  7. Pass85,071 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,071 miles
    Test number
    900766973366
    • 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))

  8. Fail85,071 miles (+8,404)3 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,071 miles
    Test number
    191610229870
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass76,667 miles (+9,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,667 miles
    Test number
    415995042986
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shocker damp

  10. Pass67,585 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    927885904604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail67,585 miles (+40)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,585 miles
    Test number
    866644440633
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail67,545 miles (+6,731)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,545 miles
    Test number
    532958500386
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking

  13. Pass60,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,814 miles
    Test number
    288396657228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,813 miles (+5,125)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,813 miles
    Test number
    247194199778
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass55,688 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    795869004396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  16. Fail55,688 miles (+2,494)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    916329004358
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant level low

  17. Pass53,194 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,194 miles
    Test number
    185850613364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail53,194 miles (+2,485)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,194 miles
    Test number
    628438903324
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass50,709 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,709 miles
    Test number
    316680322335
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail50,709 miles (+3,442)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,709 miles
    Test number
    845790022353
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass47,267 miles (+3,377)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    47,267 miles
    Test number
    146359211338
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber split

  22. Pass43,890 miles (+3,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,890 miles
    Test number
    283347220360
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass40,227 miles (+6,284)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,227 miles
    Test number
    941038519372
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteFront pads wearing low and n/s on limit
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  24. Pass33,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,943 miles
    Test number
    372113238383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,943 miles (+7,742)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,943 miles
    Test number
    493273138453
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass26,201 miles (+8,786)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,201 miles
    Test number
    474419537389
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges

  27. Pass17,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,415 miles
    Test number
    192161446312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 RFY

Does LC03 RFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 RFY expired on 6 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 RFY?
The MOT on LC03 RFY expired on 6 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 RFY done?
LC03 RFY was recorded at 103,696 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2022, an average of 5,719 miles a year.
Has LC03 RFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 RFY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LC03 RFY 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 LC03 RFY find?
LC03 RFY passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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