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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 DUUMOT history

LD03 DUU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 66,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LD03 DUU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
66,099 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 DUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 DUU was last recorded at 66,099 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 8,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,357 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,742 miles
Average per year
2,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,099 miles
  • 2024 – 57,357 miles
  • 2023 – 49,521 miles
  • 2022 – 43,169 miles
  • 2021 – 38,657 miles
  • 2020 – 34,543 miles
  • 2019 – 31,679 miles
  • 2018 – 29,260 miles
  • 2017 – 27,606 miles
  • 2016 – 25,995 miles
  • 2015 – 24,626 miles
  • 2014 – 23,993 miles
  • 2013 – 22,881 miles
  • 2012 – 21,139 miles
  • 2011 – 17,769 miles
  • 2009 – 17,730 miles
  • 2007 – 14,825 miles
  • 2006 – 13,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,099 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges smooth 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,099 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    66,099 miles
    Test number
    594063130201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges smooth 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail66,099 miles (+8,742)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,099 miles
    Test number
    777587429602
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges smooth 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges smooth (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass57,357 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,357 miles
    Test number
    242034992955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail57,317 miles (+7,796)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,317 miles
    Test number
    904233211898
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Oil below minimum (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass49,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    752600975302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail49,521 miles (+6,352)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,521 miles
    Test number
    266335380183
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edge 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass43,169 miles (+195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    43,169 miles
    Test number
    365132089342
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps starting to deteriorate.

  8. Fail42,974 miles (+4,317)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,974 miles
    Test number
    909431092757
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass38,657 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    38,657 miles
    Test number
    595009985552
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail38,643 miles (+4,100)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,643 miles
    Test number
    791695813997
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Poor condition, affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass34,543 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,543 miles
    Test number
    602105082970
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail34,543 miles (+2,864)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,543 miles
    Test number
    443427704629
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass31,679 miles (+2,419)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,679 miles
    Test number
    180041340823
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective projected beam image just visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tie-bar has slight play in a knuckle joint

  14. Pass29,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    29,260 miles
    Test number
    264117274365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,260 miles (+1,654)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,260 miles
    Test number
    312898378409
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  16. Pass27,606 miles (+1,611)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    27,606 miles
    Test number
    362411932522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,995 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    25,995 miles
    Test number
    102979808958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,626 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    24,626 miles
    Test number
    126955751797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,993 miles (+1,112)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    23,993 miles
    Test number
    817773904349
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated / corroded
    • NoteNearside wiper poor

  20. Pass22,881 miles (+1,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    22,881 miles
    Test number
    796327793254
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass21,139 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    21,139 miles
    Test number
    208019392224
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  22. Fail21,139 miles (+3,370)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,139 miles
    Test number
    217099192271
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  23. Pass17,769 miles (+39)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    17,769 miles
    Test number
    915268081242
    • NoteAll discs rusty

  24. Pass17,730 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,730 miles
    Test number
    842022299040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,825 miles (+1,588)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,825 miles
    Test number
    891358917289
    • NoteNearside tyre pressure low + light stays on

  26. Pass13,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,237 miles
    Test number
    664944756074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail13,237 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,237 miles
    Test number
    362914456084
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LD03 DUU

Does LD03 DUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 DUU is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD03 DUU?
The MOT on LD03 DUU is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 DUU done?
LD03 DUU was recorded at 66,099 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 2,683 miles a year.
Has LD03 DUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 DUU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 DUU 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 LD03 DUU find?
LD03 DUU passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box; nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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