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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LE03 VFHMOT history

LE03 VFH is a black petrol MINI first used on 8 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 82,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

LE03 VFH black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2024
Mileage
82,750 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VFH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VFH was last recorded at 82,750 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 4,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,679 miles · 5 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,071 miles
Average per year
3,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,750 miles
  • 2019 – 73,265 miles
  • 2018 – 70,232 miles
  • 2017 – 63,677 miles
  • 2016 – 54,263 miles
  • 2015 – 51,413 miles
  • 2014 – 45,150 miles
  • 2013 – 41,685 miles
  • 2012 – 38,363 miles
  • 2011 – 35,413 miles
  • 2010 – 32,317 miles
  • 2009 – 30,134 miles
  • 2008 – 27,076 miles
  • 2007 – 21,876 miles
  • 2006 – 16,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,750 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,750 miles (+4,071)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    204029974898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,679 miles (+5,414)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    228337956317
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass73,265 miles (+3,033)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    305229668874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,232 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,232 miles
    Test number
    176143968355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail70,232 miles (+6,555)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,232 miles
    Test number
    409964134514
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass63,677 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,677 miles
    Test number
    854328609490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  7. Fail63,676 miles (+9,413)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,676 miles
    Test number
    456661394255
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  8. Pass54,263 miles (+2,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,263 miles
    Test number
    716063521063
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  9. Pass51,413 miles (+6,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,413 miles
    Test number
    477042405236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass45,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,150 miles
    Test number
    209153194116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Fail45,150 miles (+3,465)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,150 miles
    Test number
    808363294166
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass41,685 miles (+3,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,685 miles
    Test number
    548574193167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass38,363 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,363 miles
    Test number
    765286852148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,413 miles
    Test number
    249100551171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,413 miles (+3,096)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,413 miles
    Test number
    269120551128
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass32,317 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    32,317 miles
    Test number
    150137240166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,134 miles (+3,058)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,134 miles
    Test number
    251593739484
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass27,076 miles (+5,200)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,076 miles
    Test number
    281053438125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,876 miles (+5,081)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,876 miles
    Test number
    474833117105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    16,795 miles
    Test number
    874289476032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VFH

Does LE03 VFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VFH expired on 4 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VFH?
The MOT on LE03 VFH expired on 4 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VFH done?
LE03 VFH was recorded at 82,750 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 3,947 miles a year.
Has LE03 VFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VFH has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LE03 VFH 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 VFH find?
LE03 VFH passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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