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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LL03 EXUMOT history

LL03 EXU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 9 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 131,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

LL03 EXU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
131,089 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 EXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 EXU was last recorded at 131,089 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 1,842 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,247 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,842 miles
Average per year
5,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,089 miles
  • 2025 – 129,247 miles
  • 2024 – 124,465 miles
  • 2023 – 120,794 miles
  • 2022 – 116,829 miles
  • 2021 – 113,013 miles
  • 2019 – 106,436 miles
  • 2018 – 97,675 miles
  • 2017 – 92,651 miles
  • 2016 – 89,931 miles
  • 2015 – 83,179 miles
  • 2014 – 74,606 miles
  • 2013 – 66,042 miles
  • 2012 – 56,091 miles
  • 2011 – 50,947 miles
  • 2010 – 46,006 miles
  • 2009 – 44,135 miles
  • 2008 – 38,532 miles
  • 2007 – 31,934 miles
  • 2006 – 23,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,089 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • All brack discs are pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,089 miles (+1,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    131,089 miles
    Test number
    682880965671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,247 miles (+4,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,247 miles
    Test number
    590854576922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,465 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    124,465 miles
    Test number
    833744778681
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail124,415 miles (+3,621)9 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,415 miles
    Test number
    488590984007
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component pump and pipes (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  5. Pass120,794 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,794 miles
    Test number
    609471621677
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brack discs are pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are cracking
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on components on under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light is not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryPower steering hoses are damp

  6. Fail120,794 miles (+3,965)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,794 miles
    Test number
    968636906452
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brack discs are pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are cracking
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on components on under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light is not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryPower steering hoses are damp

  7. Pass116,829 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,829 miles
    Test number
    299034792542
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail116,829 miles (+3,816)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,829 miles
    Test number
    221442569850
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass113,013 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,013 miles
    Test number
    991671744185
    • 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))

  10. Fail113,013 miles (+6,577)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,013 miles
    Test number
    768571410298
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass106,436 miles (+180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    438217577035
    • AdvisoryCAT Rattling
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker gasket???? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail106,256 miles (+8,581)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,256 miles
    Test number
    688692855898
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lense (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lense (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCAT Rattling
    • AdvisoryLambda sensor wiring rubbing on power steering pipe. arcing out. replace immediately
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker gasket???? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass97,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,675 miles
    Test number
    694182607193
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp patterns poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker gasket? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail97,675 miles (+5,024)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,675 miles
    Test number
    147983969644
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp patterns poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker gasket? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass92,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,651 miles
    Test number
    186176396782
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail92,651 miles (+2,720)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,651 miles
    Test number
    398189525598
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass89,931 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,931 miles
    Test number
    944447923675
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail89,931 miles (+6,752)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,931 miles
    Test number
    271469537763
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass83,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    318500341199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen scratched

  20. Fail83,179 miles (+8,573)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    730975307601
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen scratched

  21. Pass74,606 miles (+8,564)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    74,606 miles
    Test number
    839907934369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded on inner face

  22. Pass66,042 miles (+3,393)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,042 miles
    Test number
    545585043399
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass62,649 miles (+6,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,649 miles
    Test number
    717504863076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass56,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,091 miles
    Test number
    475730062015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Fail56,091 miles (+5,144)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,091 miles
    Test number
    975870362049
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail50,947 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,947 miles
    Test number
    145202161080
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear brakes slightly binding.

  27. Pass50,947 miles (+4,941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,947 miles
    Test number
    669182961004
    • NoteRear brakes slightly binding.

  28. Pass46,006 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    563518660086
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNsf rack gaitor damaged

  29. Fail46,006 miles (+1,871)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    823168560069
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNsf rack gaitor damaged

  30. Pass44,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    390042519494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail44,135 miles (+5,603)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    901742719273
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass38,532 miles (+6,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,532 miles
    Test number
    922365628234
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass31,934 miles (+8,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,934 miles
    Test number
    320458607214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  34. Pass23,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,225 miles
    Test number
    284647116229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 EXU

Does LL03 EXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 EXU is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 EXU?
The MOT on LL03 EXU is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 EXU done?
LL03 EXU was recorded at 131,089 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 5,498 miles a year.
Has LL03 EXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 EXU has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LL03 EXU 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 LL03 EXU find?
LL03 EXU passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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