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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LE04 HBPMOT history

LE04 HBP is a black petrol MINI first used on 11 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 156,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

LE04 HBP black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
156,846 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 HBP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 HBP was last recorded at 156,846 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 15,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,345 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
15,501 miles
Average per year
7,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,846 miles
  • 2024 – 141,345 miles
  • 2023 – 125,105 miles
  • 2022 – 109,742 miles
  • 2021 – 96,228 miles
  • 2020 – 86,375 miles
  • 2019 – 71,731 miles
  • 2018 – 67,271 miles
  • 2017 – 62,622 miles
  • 2016 – 58,500 miles
  • 2015 – 53,511 miles
  • 2014 – 49,217 miles
  • 2013 – 44,005 miles
  • 2012 – 40,187 miles
  • 2011 – 37,324 miles
  • 2010 – 33,099 miles
  • 2009 – 26,891 miles
  • 2008 – 18,873 miles
  • 2007 – 14,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,846 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryREAR SUB--FRAME CORRODED
  • AdvisorySURFACE RUST STARTING ON ALL FLOORING

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 Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,846 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    156,846 miles
    Test number
    921919355453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUB--FRAME CORRODED
    • AdvisorySURFACE RUST STARTING ON ALL FLOORING

  2. Fail156,846 miles (+15,501)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,846 miles
    Test number
    514104211212
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE IS STARTING TO FADE
    • AdvisoryREAR SUB--FRAME CORRODED
    • AdvisorySURFACE RUST STARTING ON ALL FLOORING

  3. Pass141,345 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,345 miles
    Test number
    840991920439
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail141,345 miles (+16,240)9 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,345 miles
    Test number
    691466030539
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose not secure very close to wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,105 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,105 miles
    Test number
    268181118978
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail125,105 miles (+15,363)4 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,105 miles
    Test number
    305476767407
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm WITH UNEVEN TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass109,742 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,742 miles
    Test number
    785708711086
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive pas pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail109,738 miles (+13,510)8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,738 miles
    Test number
    761989492173
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive pas pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,228 miles (+9,853)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,228 miles
    Test number
    559867164320
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass86,375 miles (+46)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,375 miles
    Test number
    850191080091
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery chassis earth loose
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights inop

  11. Fail86,329 miles (+14,598)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,329 miles
    Test number
    954178599760
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery chassis earth loose
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights inop
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  12. Pass71,731 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,731 miles
    Test number
    797471169991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,271 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    146390329812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,622 miles (+4,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,622 miles
    Test number
    628343120070
    • AdvisoryExhaust system croded

  15. Pass58,500 miles (+4,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,500 miles
    Test number
    926431193224
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  16. Pass53,511 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,511 miles
    Test number
    198641915147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,217 miles (+5,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,217 miles
    Test number
    316487904103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,005 miles
    Test number
    525463513161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,005 miles (+3,818)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,005 miles
    Test number
    628533913141
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass40,187 miles (+2,863)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,187 miles
    Test number
    657569202138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass37,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,324 miles
    Test number
    368288511125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,324 miles (+4,225)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,324 miles
    Test number
    725406511184
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass33,099 miles (+6,208)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,099 miles
    Test number
    331566610128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePetrol cap seal cracking

  24. Pass26,891 miles (+8,018)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,891 miles
    Test number
    492897109171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,873 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,873 miles
    Test number
    404559518162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,034 miles
    Test number
    814610827214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 HBP

Does LE04 HBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 HBP is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE04 HBP?
The MOT on LE04 HBP is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 HBP done?
LE04 HBP was recorded at 156,846 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 7,797 miles a year.
Has LE04 HBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 HBP has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LE04 HBP 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 HBP find?
LE04 HBP passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub--frame corroded; surface rust starting on all flooring.

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