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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LE03 XFMMOT history

LE03 XFM is a black petrol MINI first used on 15 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 81,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

LE03 XFM black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
81,799 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 XFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 XFM was last recorded at 81,799 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,032 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,767 miles
Average per year
3,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,799 miles
  • 2025 – 80,032 miles
  • 2024 – 78,349 miles
  • 2023 – 71,823 miles
  • 2022 – 70,346 miles
  • 2021 – 67,336 miles
  • 2020 – 67,335 miles
  • 2018 – 66,671 miles
  • 2017 – 65,657 miles
  • 2016 – 64,601 miles
  • 2015 – 63,695 miles
  • 2014 – 59,182 miles
  • 2013 – 52,557 miles
  • 2012 – 43,138 miles
  • 2011 – 37,822 miles
  • 2010 – 31,164 miles
  • 2009 – 25,348 miles
  • 2008 – 16,745 miles
  • 2007 – 12,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,799 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,799 miles (+1,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,799 miles
    Test number
    263456795229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass80,032 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    80,032 miles
    Test number
    522529044689
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Fail80,032 miles (+1,683)1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,032 miles
    Test number
    682693183037
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass78,349 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    78,349 miles
    Test number
    482796095222
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both rubber mounts (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on

  5. Fail78,349 miles (+6,526)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,349 miles
    Test number
    195554344282
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both rubber mounts (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on

  6. Pass71,823 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    854270775669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,817 miles (+1,471)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,817 miles
    Test number
    380680718144
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass70,346 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,346 miles
    Test number
    175742706856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,336 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    67,336 miles
    Test number
    531981945434
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  10. Fail67,336 miles (+1)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,336 miles
    Test number
    623860068500
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  11. Pass67,335 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,335 miles
    Test number
    211593507711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Fail67,335 miles (+664)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,335 miles
    Test number
    453395379512
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Pass66,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,671 miles
    Test number
    933212207245
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail66,671 miles (+1,014)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,671 miles
    Test number
    843528751012
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass65,657 miles (+1,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,657 miles
    Test number
    738905792297
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  16. Pass64,601 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,601 miles
    Test number
    930582837847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,596 miles (+901)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,596 miles
    Test number
    518613769460
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass63,695 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,695 miles
    Test number
    747217051727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,182 miles (+6,625)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,182 miles
    Test number
    245890114299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,557 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    409408703225
    • NoteRear washer insufficient

  21. Fail52,557 miles (+9,419)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    577388003274
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear washer insufficient

  22. Pass43,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    939424512232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,138 miles (+5,316)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,138 miles
    Test number
    587084912222
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outer sidewall damaged

  24. Pass37,822 miles (+6,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,822 miles
    Test number
    188592781104
    • NoteRear number plate faded and discoloured

  25. Pass31,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    650573690186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,164 miles (+5,816)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    754643290187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Fail25,348 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    190991809220
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass25,348 miles (+8,603)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    352021009253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,745 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,745 miles
    Test number
    964723578010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass12,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    12,980 miles
    Test number
    344126947066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 XFM

Does LE03 XFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 XFM is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 XFM?
The MOT on LE03 XFM is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 XFM done?
LE03 XFM was recorded at 81,799 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,577 miles a year.
Has LE03 XFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 XFM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LE03 XFM 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 XFM find?
LE03 XFM passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear.

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