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Gold · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LE04 FOJMOT history

LE04 FOJ is a gold petrol MINI first used on 28 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LE04 FOJ gold MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,344 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 FOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 FOJ was last recorded at 109,344 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 3,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,998 miles · 28 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,346 miles
Average per year
4,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,344 miles
  • 2024 – 105,998 miles
  • 2022 – 100,077 miles
  • 2021 – 94,145 miles
  • 2020 – 89,262 miles
  • 2019 – 79,814 miles
  • 2018 – 73,438 miles
  • 2017 – 66,778 miles
  • 2016 – 59,748 miles
  • 2015 – 55,582 miles
  • 2014 – 51,057 miles
  • 2013 – 47,243 miles
  • 2012 – 42,850 miles
  • 2011 – 38,149 miles
  • 2010 – 32,358 miles
  • 2009 – 26,259 miles
  • 2007 – 19,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,344 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,344 miles (+3,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,344 miles
    Test number
    930088790486
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,998 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,998 miles
    Test number
    769107892986
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail105,996 miles (+2,586)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,996 miles
    Test number
    256225964151
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass103,410 miles (+3,333)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,410 miles
    Test number
    197311233815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,077 miles (+5,932)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,077 miles
    Test number
    797328793098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass94,145 miles (+4,883)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,145 miles
    Test number
    552785605645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,262 miles (+9,448)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,262 miles
    Test number
    984355156538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,814 miles (+6,376)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,814 miles
    Test number
    719959766102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,438 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,438 miles
    Test number
    366586133634
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail73,436 miles (+6,658)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,436 miles
    Test number
    996069001406
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc have a lip
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,778 miles (+7,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,778 miles
    Test number
    286272452204
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on outer tread

  12. Pass59,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,748 miles
    Test number
    509748365755
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail59,748 miles (+4,166)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,748 miles
    Test number
    618710913642
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail55,582 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,582 miles
    Test number
    789780385186
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass55,582 miles (+4,525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,582 miles
    Test number
    897720885152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass51,057 miles (+3,814)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,057 miles
    Test number
    716416074194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,243 miles (+4,393)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,243 miles
    Test number
    779066473131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVarious oil leaks

  18. Pass42,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,850 miles
    Test number
    995713652180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,849 miles (+4,700)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,849 miles
    Test number
    229163152195
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass38,149 miles (+5,791)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,149 miles
    Test number
    739899371167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,358 miles
    Test number
    293161780168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,358 miles (+6,099)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,358 miles
    Test number
    281811180107
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass26,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,259 miles
    Test number
    124103369160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,259 miles (+7,226)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,259 miles
    Test number
    453023869134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass19,033 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,033 miles
    Test number
    221645907246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail19,032 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,032 miles
    Test number
    383634407244
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LE04 FOJ

Does LE04 FOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 FOJ is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 FOJ?
The MOT on LE04 FOJ is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 FOJ done?
LE04 FOJ was recorded at 109,344 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 4,893 miles a year.
Has LE04 FOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 FOJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LE04 FOJ 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 LE04 FOJ find?
LE04 FOJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive.

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