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Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LK04 YLHMOT history

LK04 YLH is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 10 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2025.

LK04 YLH yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2026
Mileage
115,543 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 YLH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 YLH was last recorded at 115,543 miles on 7 Mar 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2007: 19,235 miles, lower than 19,298 miles on 19 Apr 2007.

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
115,540 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,543 miles
  • 2024 – 107,461 miles
  • 2023 – 99,172 miles
  • 2022 – 98,437 miles
  • 2021 – 97,128 miles
  • 2020 – 97,113 miles
  • 2018 – 96,649 miles
  • 2017 – 96,177 miles
  • 2016 – 91,206 miles
  • 2015 – 87,084 miles
  • 2014 – 82,147 miles
  • 2013 – 78,391 miles
  • 2012 – 72,964 miles
  • 2011 – 69,939 miles
  • 2010 – 61,578 miles
  • 2009 – 49,359 miles
  • 2008 – 30,096 miles
  • 2007 – 19,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,543 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak RADIATOR
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,543 miles (+3)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    115,543 miles
    Test number
    966069885498
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak RADIATOR
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail115,540 miles (+8,079)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,540 miles
    Test number
    339670974156
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,461 miles (+121)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    107,461 miles
    Test number
    631180150384
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail107,340 miles (+8,168)1 dangerous10 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,340 miles
    Test number
    968070047469
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass99,172 miles (+735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    799680439645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass98,437 miles (+1,309)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,437 miles
    Test number
    934338505024
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass97,128 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,128 miles
    Test number
    199845810119
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front 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))

  8. Fail97,128 miles (+15)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,128 miles
    Test number
    753917279341
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail97,113 miles (+464)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,113 miles
    Test number
    398663971833
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear signs of excessive heat on brake disc
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads fitted on badly corroded discs and noise from n/s/f

  10. Pass96,649 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,649 miles
    Test number
    198187282703
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Fail96,639 miles (+462)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,639 miles
    Test number
    928510790898
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Pass96,177 miles (+4,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,177 miles
    Test number
    740904846116
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass91,206 miles (+4,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,206 miles
    Test number
    967805272165
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust sliencer hanger rubbers have perished exhaust is still supported
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is on 2mm tyre is wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass87,084 miles (+4,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,084 miles
    Test number
    977988206990
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded End of offside front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Rear sections of both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass82,147 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    82,147 miles
    Test number
    759092354206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,391 miles (+5,427)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,391 miles
    Test number
    405382063234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST POOR
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass72,964 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,964 miles
    Test number
    277478862115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,939 miles (+8,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    316496541180
    • 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)

  19. Pass61,578 miles (+12,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,578 miles
    Test number
    853367560142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass49,359 miles (+19,263)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,359 miles
    Test number
    850990279115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,096 miles (+10,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,096 miles
    Test number
    413076768129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass19,905 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    19,905 miles
    Test number
    893562077119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,235 miles (-63)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,235 miles
    Test number
    264620117483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,298 miles (+63)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,298 miles
    Test number
    471539707180
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  25. Fail19,235 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,235 miles
    Test number
    790892507171
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LK04 YLH

Does LK04 YLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK04 YLH expired on 11 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK04 YLH?
The MOT on LK04 YLH expired on 11 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK04 YLH done?
LK04 YLH was recorded at 115,543 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2025, an average of 5,379 miles a year.
Has LK04 YLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 YLH has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 YLH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Apr 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LK04 YLH find?
LK04 YLH passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2025 with 14 advisories: coolant leak radiator; front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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