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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LC54 DWNMOT history

LC54 DWN is a black petrol MINI first used on 27 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

LC54 DWN black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
97,759 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC54 DWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC54 DWN was last recorded at 97,759 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 3,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,436 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,323 miles
Average per year
4,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,759 miles
  • 2024 – 94,436 miles
  • 2023 – 89,801 miles
  • 2022 – 82,228 miles
  • 2021 – 76,774 miles
  • 2020 – 71,859 miles
  • 2019 – 68,421 miles
  • 2017 – 60,991 miles
  • 2016 – 55,171 miles
  • 2015 – 49,560 miles
  • 2014 – 45,853 miles
  • 2013 – 41,868 miles
  • 2012 – 38,195 miles
  • 2011 – 33,291 miles
  • 2010 – 29,497 miles
  • 2009 – 25,758 miles
  • 2007 – 21,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,759 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,759 miles (+3,323)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    97,759 miles
    Test number
    872886682832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass94,436 miles (+4,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,436 miles
    Test number
    906444359387
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,801 miles (+7,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,801 miles
    Test number
    928234571225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass82,228 miles (+5,454)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,228 miles
    Test number
    690173703572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,774 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,774 miles
    Test number
    781556060578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,859 miles (+3,438)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,859 miles
    Test number
    889226316300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,421 miles (+7,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    997071543760
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass60,991 miles (+5,820)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,991 miles
    Test number
    599215752951
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very close to legal limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass55,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    864675731740
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail55,171 miles (+5,611)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    855733735936
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass49,560 miles (+3,707)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,560 miles
    Test number
    709234723146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,853 miles
    Test number
    907684974273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,853 miles (+3,985)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,853 miles
    Test number
    797384274263
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall tread cracking

  14. Pass41,868 miles (+3,673)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,868 miles
    Test number
    536462863209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,195 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,195 miles
    Test number
    647604522262
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail38,195 miles (+4,904)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,195 miles
    Test number
    746054822233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass33,291 miles (+3,794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,291 miles
    Test number
    218955081003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  18. Pass29,497 miles (+3,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,497 miles
    Test number
    841125080069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail25,758 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    181835419484
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass25,758 miles (+4,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,758 miles
    Test number
    280055119081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass21,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    21,493 miles
    Test number
    574142507317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC54 DWN

Does LC54 DWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC54 DWN is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC54 DWN?
The MOT on LC54 DWN is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC54 DWN done?
LC54 DWN was recorded at 97,759 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 4,174 miles a year.
Has LC54 DWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC54 DWN has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on LC54 DWN 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 LC54 DWN find?
LC54 DWN passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front inner road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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