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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LE04 PYVMOT history

LE04 PYV is a silver petrol MINI first used on 31 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 133,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

LE04 PYV silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2026
Mileage
133,008 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 PYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE04 PYV was last recorded at 133,008 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,044 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
964 miles
Average per year
5,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,008 miles
  • 2025 – 132,044 miles
  • 2024 – 125,325 miles
  • 2023 – 121,287 miles
  • 2022 – 118,512 miles
  • 2020 – 113,798 miles
  • 2019 – 105,855 miles
  • 2018 – 97,905 miles
  • 2017 – 91,233 miles
  • 2016 – 79,449 miles
  • 2015 – 73,621 miles
  • 2014 – 67,294 miles
  • 2013 – 62,591 miles
  • 2012 – 57,817 miles
  • 2011 – 50,655 miles
  • 2010 – 44,260 miles
  • 2009 – 38,320 miles
  • 2008 – 31,006 miles
  • 2007 – 26,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,008 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested BRAKE PIPE BURST DURING TEST (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Items on mirror & phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both. Bulbs?? Lenses?? (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Inner Rim buckled

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,008 miles (+964)2 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,008 miles
    Test number
    747974916992
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested BRAKE PIPE BURST DURING TEST (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Items on mirror & phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both. Bulbs?? Lenses?? (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass132,044 miles (+6,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    132,044 miles
    Test number
    153622170670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,325 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    125,325 miles
    Test number
    135546318259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Rim buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer rubber mounting deteriorated and let go but exhaust still secure

  4. Fail125,317 miles (+4,030)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,317 miles
    Test number
    838001816715
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust flange/join leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected Lens cracked/damaged (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Not working and lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Rim buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer rubber mounting deteriorated and let go but exhaust still secure

  5. Pass121,287 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    121,287 miles
    Test number
    751473375736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,512 miles (+17)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,512 miles
    Test number
    542391415707
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to center box gasket leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCooling fan not working

  7. Fail118,495 miles (+4,697)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    385661069536
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to center box gasket leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCooling fan not working

  8. Pass113,798 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,798 miles
    Test number
    996894259717
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail113,792 miles (+7,937)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,792 miles
    Test number
    691113469086
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass105,855 miles (+7,950)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,855 miles
    Test number
    249425998116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,905 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,905 miles
    Test number
    895268747440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail97,905 miles (+6,672)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,905 miles
    Test number
    861990789218
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass91,233 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    91,233 miles
    Test number
    558367187200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail91,232 miles (+11,783)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,232 miles
    Test number
    332131338629
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass79,449 miles (+5,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,449 miles
    Test number
    761063086838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass73,621 miles (+6,327)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,621 miles
    Test number
    257432515147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteRear silencer covers deteriated

  17. Pass67,294 miles (+4,703)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,294 miles
    Test number
    455192524164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear silencer covers rusted

  18. Pass62,591 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,591 miles
    Test number
    149009643237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,817 miles (+7,162)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,817 miles
    Test number
    456761942415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,655 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,655 miles
    Test number
    789214031304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,260 miles (+5,940)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,260 miles
    Test number
    672934430396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,320 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,320 miles
    Test number
    762145039315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,006 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,006 miles
    Test number
    312193218406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,418 miles (+763)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,418 miles
    Test number
    750518268178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,655 miles (+3,046)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,655 miles
    Test number
    312036718166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,609 miles
    Test number
    691304177246
    • 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)

  27. Fail26,607 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,607 miles
    Test number
    302104777409
    • FailureCentre Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • 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)

Questions about LE04 PYV

Does LE04 PYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 PYV expired on 24 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 PYV?
The MOT on LE04 PYV expired on 24 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 PYV done?
LE04 PYV was recorded at 133,008 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 5,759 miles a year.
Has LE04 PYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 PYV has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LE04 PYV 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 PYV find?
LE04 PYV failed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195-55-16; offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe burst during test, and 11 more.

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