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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LK56 LKXMOT history

LK56 LKX is a grey petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LK56 LKX grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
114,699 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 LKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 LKX was last recorded at 114,699 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 1,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,410 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,289 miles
Average per year
5,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,699 miles
  • 2024 – 113,410 miles
  • 2023 – 112,912 miles
  • 2022 – 111,881 miles
  • 2021 – 110,041 miles
  • 2020 – 104,155 miles
  • 2019 – 99,289 miles
  • 2018 – 94,183 miles
  • 2017 – 85,451 miles
  • 2016 – 78,679 miles
  • 2015 – 69,241 miles
  • 2014 – 59,065 miles
  • 2013 – 49,940 miles
  • 2012 – 43,922 miles
  • 2011 – 42,110 miles
  • 2010 – 34,076 miles
  • 2009 – 28,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,699 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,699 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,699 miles
    Test number
    645607596741
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail114,699 miles (+1,289)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,699 miles
    Test number
    347448190569
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass113,410 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,410 miles
    Test number
    546838871024
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  4. Fail113,410 miles (+498)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,410 miles
    Test number
    925556707615
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative missing (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  5. Pass112,912 miles (+1,031)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,912 miles
    Test number
    415608659886
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  6. Pass111,881 miles (+1,840)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,881 miles
    Test number
    907989686316
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass110,041 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,041 miles
    Test number
    483398104941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,591 miles (+3,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,591 miles
    Test number
    693323095095
    • AdvisoryAll front & rear suspension modified but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed

  9. Pass104,155 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,155 miles
    Test number
    155886923672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,289 miles (+5,106)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,289 miles
    Test number
    852639416279
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass94,183 miles (+8,732)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,183 miles
    Test number
    589949505132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,451 miles (+6,772)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,451 miles
    Test number
    448876147221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,679 miles (+9,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    828258210095
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass69,241 miles (+10,176)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,241 miles
    Test number
    226562025028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,065 miles (+9,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,065 miles
    Test number
    795711824071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass49,940 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,940 miles
    Test number
    569922023015
    • 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)

  17. Fail49,940 miles (+6,018)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,940 miles
    Test number
    678752123029
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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. Pass43,922 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,922 miles
    Test number
    146706712444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,110 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,110 miles
    Test number
    308674691271
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner edge

  20. Fail42,110 miles (+8,034)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,110 miles
    Test number
    626764091236
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn inner edge

  21. Pass34,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,076 miles
    Test number
    304784390204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    391103990261
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass28,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    28,962 miles
    Test number
    454799899240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,962 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,962 miles
    Test number
    302489999401
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LK56 LKX

Does LK56 LKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 LKX is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LK56 LKX?
The MOT on LK56 LKX 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 LK56 LKX done?
LK56 LKX was recorded at 114,699 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 5,330 miles a year.
Has LK56 LKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 LKX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 LKX 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 LK56 LKX find?
LK56 LKX passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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