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White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LE03 SVKMOT history

LE03 SVK is a white petrol MINI first used on 17 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2023 and it has passed 18 of 35 MOT tests, with 117,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

LE03 SVK white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2023
Mileage
117,721 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
35
18 passed · 17 failed
Per year
5,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 SVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE03 SVK was last recorded at 117,721 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 1,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,858 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,863 miles
Average per year
5,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,721 miles
  • 2022 – 115,858 miles
  • 2021 – 111,911 miles
  • 2020 – 110,416 miles
  • 2019 – 107,796 miles
  • 2018 – 107,634 miles
  • 2017 – 99,723 miles
  • 2016 – 96,054 miles
  • 2015 – 93,822 miles
  • 2014 – 91,662 miles
  • 2013 – 86,020 miles
  • 2012 – 77,051 miles
  • 2011 – 73,794 miles
  • 2010 – 63,818 miles
  • 2009 – 48,552 miles
  • 2008 – 37,202 miles
  • 2007 – 32,390 miles
  • 2006 – 22,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,721 miles
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle general corrosion

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting bush deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

35 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,721 miles (+1,863)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,721 miles
    Test number
    914673982685
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle general corrosion

  2. Pass115,858 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,858 miles
    Test number
    557534396948
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box rubbers perishing (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail115,858 miles (+3,947)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,858 miles
    Test number
    512690726716
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box rubbers perishing (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass111,911 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,911 miles
    Test number
    840298701593
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail111,897 miles (+1,481)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,897 miles
    Test number
    927488586461
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass110,416 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,416 miles
    Test number
    253313022425
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail110,403 miles (+2,607)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,403 miles
    Test number
    832808838257
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mounting bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe by fuel tank corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    107,796 miles
    Test number
    973024939222
    • AdvisoryRear brakes starting too stick
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal breaking up

  9. Fail107,796 miles (+162)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,796 miles
    Test number
    965975739909
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes starting too stick
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal breaking up

  10. Fail107,634 miles (+5,326)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,634 miles
    Test number
    478601512648
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes, towards the rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass102,308 miles (+2,585)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,308 miles
    Test number
    573963811395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,723 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,723 miles
    Test number
    183230907661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail99,723 miles (+3,669)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,723 miles
    Test number
    221241832083
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass96,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    262962918652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail96,054 miles (+2,232)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    498944135612
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  16. Pass93,822 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    247579005087
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal starting to split.
    • NoteNsf top mount rubber starting to split

  17. Fail93,822 miles (+2,160)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    607486705098
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Note3rd brake light not working.
    • NoteFront no. plate loose
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal starting to split.
    • NoteNsf top mount rubber starting to split

  18. Fail91,662 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,662 miles
    Test number
    227632954109
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass91,662 miles (+5,642)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,662 miles
    Test number
    906792354191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,020 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,020 miles
    Test number
    906298153113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,019 miles (+2,751)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,019 miles
    Test number
    178547053147
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass83,268 miles (+6,217)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    187567613051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,051 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,051 miles
    Test number
    866829402072
    • NoteRear tyres worn low on inner edges

  24. Fail77,051 miles (+3,257)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,051 miles
    Test number
    936743902078
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteRear tyres worn low on inner edges

  25. Pass73,794 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,794 miles
    Test number
    825009611060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  26. Fail73,794 miles (+9,976)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,794 miles
    Test number
    875960111046
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  27. Pass63,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,818 miles
    Test number
    560808900042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail63,818 miles (+15,266)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,818 miles
    Test number
    151578100059
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass48,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,552 miles
    Test number
    400469509094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail48,552 miles (+11,350)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,552 miles
    Test number
    851679309004
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass37,202 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,202 miles
    Test number
    323075318008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail37,195 miles (+4,805)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,195 miles
    Test number
    230531618085
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  33. Pass32,390 miles (+9,435)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,390 miles
    Test number
    740822397042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass22,955 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,955 miles
    Test number
    144463656490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail22,953 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,953 miles
    Test number
    134801156487
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LE03 SVK

Does LE03 SVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 SVK expired on 5 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 SVK?
The MOT on LE03 SVK expired on 5 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 SVK done?
LE03 SVK was recorded at 117,721 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 5,590 miles a year.
Has LE03 SVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 SVK has failed 17 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LE03 SVK 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 LE03 SVK find?
LE03 SVK failed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 4 advisories: rear stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded; offside rear brake pipe excessively corroded, and 5 more.

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