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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LE03 YFJMOT history

LE03 YFJ is a red petrol MINI first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021 and it has passed 6 of 13 MOT tests, with 132,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2021.

LE03 YFJ red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2021
Mileage
132,204 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2021
MOT tests
13
6 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 YFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE03 YFJ was last recorded at 132,204 miles on 1 Dec 2021, 9,668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,536 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
9,668 miles
Average per year
5,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 132,204 miles
  • 2020 – 122,536 miles
  • 2019 – 106,294 miles
  • 2017 – 104,911 miles
  • 2016 – 102,886 miles
  • 2015 – 98,959 miles
  • 2014 – 95,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,204 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox/centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Protective wing cover missing showing sharp screws (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Engine light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear exhaust silencer corroeded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,204 miles (+9,668)10 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,204 miles
    Test number
    246642216021
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox/centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Protective wing cover missing showing sharp screws (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Pass122,536 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,536 miles
    Test number
    457958671583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,531 miles (+16,237)8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,531 miles
    Test number
    705389982593
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just legal (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass106,294 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,294 miles
    Test number
    201997314059
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
  5. Fail106,290 miles (+1,379)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,290 miles
    Test number
    645487780704
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
  6. Pass104,911 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    104,911 miles
    Test number
    785314766977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  7. Fail104,902 miles (+2,016)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,902 miles
    Test number
    420287841691
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  8. Pass102,886 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,886 miles
    Test number
    231083800441
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroeded
  9. Fail102,885 miles (+3,926)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,885 miles
    Test number
    668414103049
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroeded
  10. Pass98,959 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,959 miles
    Test number
    262158280734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,952 miles (+3,362)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,952 miles
    Test number
    960472009186
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  12. Pass95,590 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    105098644283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail95,581 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,581 miles
    Test number
    476787444229
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE03 YFJ

Does LE03 YFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 YFJ expired on 1 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 YFJ?
The MOT on LE03 YFJ expired on 1 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 YFJ done?
LE03 YFJ was recorded at 132,204 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2021, an average of 5,057 miles a year.
Has LE03 YFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 YFJ has failed 7 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LE03 YFJ 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 YFJ find?
LE03 YFJ failed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2021 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: brake pedal anti-slip provision missing; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox/centre pipe, and 17 more.

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