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Red and White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LL03 OVJMOT history

LL03 OVJ is a red and white petrol MINI first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 62,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LL03 OVJ red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
62,970 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 OVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 OVJ was last recorded at 62,970 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,966 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,970 miles
  • 2025 – 60,151 miles
  • 2024 – 56,681 miles
  • 2023 – 53,806 miles
  • 2022 – 52,390 miles
  • 2020 – 50,889 miles
  • 2019 – 40,718 miles
  • 2018 – 33,133 miles
  • 2017 – 29,051 miles
  • 2016 – 25,717 miles
  • 2015 – 25,332 miles
  • 2014 – 24,145 miles
  • 2013 – 23,217 miles
  • 2012 – 22,066 miles
  • 2011 – 21,192 miles
  • 2010 – 20,413 miles
  • 2009 – 19,313 miles
  • 2008 – 17,811 miles
  • 2007 – 16,116 miles
  • 2006 – 13,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,970 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,970 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    62,970 miles
    Test number
    972121351946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail62,966 miles (+2,815)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,966 miles
    Test number
    179864350500
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass60,151 miles (+3,470)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    60,151 miles
    Test number
    957532746992
    • 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • 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))

  4. Pass56,681 miles (+2,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,681 miles
    Test number
    317020463958
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe showing signs of corrision

  5. Pass53,806 miles (+1,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    53,806 miles
    Test number
    189000697534
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass52,390 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    52,390 miles
    Test number
    861632906988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,889 miles (+10,171)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,889 miles
    Test number
    337203760335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,718 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,718 miles
    Test number
    181840240615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail40,718 miles (+7,585)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,718 miles
    Test number
    378823037267
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass33,133 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    33,133 miles
    Test number
    162192228542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,051 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    29,051 miles
    Test number
    958228630863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,717 miles (+385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    25,717 miles
    Test number
    946973175791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass25,332 miles (+1,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    25,332 miles
    Test number
    267844426377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass24,145 miles (+928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    24,145 miles
    Test number
    237962694129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass23,217 miles (+1,151)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,217 miles
    Test number
    427554883189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to split

  16. Pass22,066 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,066 miles
    Test number
    908781892107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,192 miles (+779)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,192 miles
    Test number
    167537181115
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower arm,rear mountings cracking up and going soft.
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all brake discs.

  18. Pass20,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,413 miles
    Test number
    402382380167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,413 miles (+1,100)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,413 miles
    Test number
    291932780148
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  20. Pass19,313 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,313 miles
    Test number
    841070589121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,811 miles
    Test number
    202227678127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail17,811 miles (+1,695)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,811 miles
    Test number
    693517078187
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  23. Pass16,116 miles (+2,880)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    16,116 miles
    Test number
    942397977155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,236 miles
    Test number
    802958476106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail13,236 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,236 miles
    Test number
    841078376187
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about LL03 OVJ

Does LL03 OVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 OVJ is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 OVJ?
The MOT on LL03 OVJ is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 OVJ done?
LL03 OVJ was recorded at 62,970 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 2,546 miles a year.
Has LL03 OVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 OVJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL03 OVJ 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 OVJ find?
LL03 OVJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear exhaust mounting defective rubbers perished.

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