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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LK04 XRSMOT history

LK04 XRS is a red petrol MINI first used on 22 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 97,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

LK04 XRS red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
97,108 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 XRS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 XRS was last recorded at 97,108 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 9,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2009: 14,050 miles, lower than 22,128 miles on 1 Jul 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
88,005 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,103 miles
Average per year
4,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,108 miles
  • 2025 – 88,005 miles
  • 2024 – 78,303 miles
  • 2023 – 76,931 miles
  • 2022 – 75,566 miles
  • 2021 – 74,186 miles
  • 2020 – 72,936 miles
  • 2019 – 71,724 miles
  • 2018 – 69,807 miles
  • 2017 – 67,835 miles
  • 2016 – 64,681 miles
  • 2015 – 59,561 miles
  • 2014 – 55,015 miles
  • 2013 – 48,774 miles
  • 2012 – 45,043 miles
  • 2011 – 36,862 miles
  • 2010 – 32,778 miles
  • 2009 – 27,752 miles
  • 2008 – 22,128 miles
  • 2007 – 17,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,108 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on frames and suspension

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

36 tests since 16 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,108 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    97,108 miles
    Test number
    400702369878
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on frames and suspension

  2. Fail97,108 miles (+9,103)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,108 miles
    Test number
    562884513855
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on frames and suspension

  3. Pass88,005 miles (+9,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    88,005 miles
    Test number
    293770100335
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass78,303 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    856560664710
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (195/55 16RFT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail78,303 miles (+1,372)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    947677667825
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm (195/55 16RFT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,931 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,931 miles
    Test number
    593449485791
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases entrance to silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail76,931 miles (+1,365)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,931 miles
    Test number
    854566134888
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases entrance to silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass75,566 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    622855301442
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm and cracked/perished (195/55 16 RFT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer rubber mount very weak
    • AdvisoryRear silencer, wadding coming out the back of the silencer

  9. Fail75,566 miles (+1,380)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    449953544416
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm and cracked/perished (195/55 16 RFT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer rubber mount very weak
    • AdvisoryRear silencer, wadding coming out the back of the silencer

  10. Pass74,186 miles (+1,250)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    74,186 miles
    Test number
    566533682192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. advise replacement asap (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal slightly perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre tread depth beginning to get low,3.5mm. tyre slightly cracked/perished. 195/55/16 87v
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber split
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak,down pipe to centre section joining flange

  11. Pass72,936 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,936 miles
    Test number
    780171291817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (195/55 16) RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer mounts poor
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber missing

  12. Fail72,936 miles (+1,212)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,936 miles
    Test number
    920339570370
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (195/55 16) RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer mounts poor
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber missing

  13. Pass71,724 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    71,724 miles
    Test number
    428941056100
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r exhaust mounting split
    • AdvisorySlight binding to both rear brakes

  14. Fail71,724 miles (+1,917)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,724 miles
    Test number
    994673308773
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r exhaust mounting split
    • AdvisorySlight binding to both rear brakes

  15. Pass69,807 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,807 miles
    Test number
    199479158173
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail69,807 miles (+1,972)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,807 miles
    Test number
    645126055840
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass67,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,835 miles
    Test number
    887405968757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,835 miles (+3,154)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,835 miles
    Test number
    686085798481
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and low (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass64,681 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,681 miles
    Test number
    608955089110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  20. Fail64,681 miles (+5,120)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,681 miles
    Test number
    526720419640
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  21. Pass59,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,561 miles
    Test number
    222122821389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail59,561 miles (+4,546)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,561 miles
    Test number
    837125021771
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail55,015 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    206477664233
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass55,015 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    757237364237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,774 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,774 miles
    Test number
    537778993277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,043 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    516334932303
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass45,043 miles (+8,181)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    565134732338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,862 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,862 miles
    Test number
    145185561143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  29. Fail36,862 miles (+4,084)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,862 miles
    Test number
    219205461109
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  30. Fail32,778 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,778 miles
    Test number
    492275070121
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass32,778 miles (+5,026)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,778 miles
    Test number
    581195970184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass27,752 miles (+13,702)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,752 miles
    Test number
    203053189490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail14,050 miles (-8,078)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,050 miles
    Test number
    990792089140
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteNearside door mirror missing

  34. Pass22,128 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,128 miles
    Test number
    510493688110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass21,600 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,600 miles
    Test number
    174795968468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass17,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    17,122 miles
    Test number
    622717947043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 XRS

Does LK04 XRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 XRS is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 XRS?
The MOT on LK04 XRS is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 XRS done?
LK04 XRS was recorded at 97,108 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 4,134 miles a year.
Has LK04 XRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 XRS has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LK04 XRS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LK04 XRS find?
LK04 XRS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides; surface corrosion on frames and suspension.

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