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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 BXEMOT history

LL04 BXE is a red petrol MINI first used on 23 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 138,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

LL04 BXE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,747 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 BXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 BXE was last recorded at 138,747 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 5,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,902 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,845 miles
Average per year
6,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,747 miles
  • 2024 – 132,902 miles
  • 2023 – 123,950 miles
  • 2022 – 123,523 miles
  • 2021 – 120,519 miles
  • 2020 – 116,853 miles
  • 2019 – 111,623 miles
  • 2018 – 106,390 miles
  • 2017 – 102,985 miles
  • 2016 – 99,495 miles
  • 2015 – 97,090 miles
  • 2014 – 92,459 miles
  • 2013 – 80,962 miles
  • 2012 – 80,551 miles
  • 2011 – 78,016 miles
  • 2010 – 62,830 miles
  • 2009 – 48,798 miles
  • 2008 – 38,482 miles
  • 2007 – 28,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,747 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,747 miles (+5,845)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,747 miles
    Test number
    606307260280
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass132,902 miles (+3,829)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,902 miles
    Test number
    207199979234
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,073 miles (+5,123)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    129,073 miles
    Test number
    348529066779
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,950 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,950 miles
    Test number
    731121848414
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail123,950 miles (+427)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,950 miles
    Test number
    857639942724
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-lock braking system obviously removed (1.6 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail123,523 miles (+3,004)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,523 miles
    Test number
    127980475526
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    120,519 miles
    Test number
    898293360286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail120,519 miles (+3,666)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,519 miles
    Test number
    752705196745
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass116,853 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,853 miles
    Test number
    878363769638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,623 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,623 miles
    Test number
    665934252585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,607 miles (+5,217)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,607 miles
    Test number
    715871511464
    • MajorFront Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both on the bumper (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass106,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,390 miles
    Test number
    830148742973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,389 miles (+3,404)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,389 miles
    Test number
    146395751803
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass102,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,985 miles
    Test number
    999500649386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail102,985 miles (+3,490)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,985 miles
    Test number
    710976581035
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working both side (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass99,495 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,495 miles
    Test number
    349419444084
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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. Fail99,495 miles (+2,405)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,495 miles
    Test number
    387095672582
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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. Pass97,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,090 miles
    Test number
    908700245166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,087 miles (+4,628)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,087 miles
    Test number
    955110645196
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass92,459 miles (+11,497)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,459 miles
    Test number
    646424144205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded

  21. Pass80,962 miles (+411)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,962 miles
    Test number
    939171573148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rear box deteriorated

  22. Pass80,551 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    80,551 miles
    Test number
    789177012293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust caing corroded

  23. Fail80,551 miles (+2,535)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,551 miles
    Test number
    509147812263
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust caing corroded

  24. Pass78,016 miles (+15,186)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,016 miles
    Test number
    348356791165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,830 miles
    Test number
    384117800484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail62,830 miles (+14,032)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,830 miles
    Test number
    600217200275
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass48,798 miles (+10,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,798 miles
    Test number
    812256709253
    • 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)

  28. Pass38,482 miles (+10,262)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,482 miles
    Test number
    363308608467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,220 miles
    Test number
    283992607222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail28,220 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,220 miles
    Test number
    683492707206
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about LL04 BXE

Does LL04 BXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 BXE is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 BXE?
The MOT on LL04 BXE is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 BXE done?
LL04 BXE was recorded at 138,747 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 6,015 miles a year.
Has LL04 BXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 BXE has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LL04 BXE 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 LL04 BXE find?
LL04 BXE passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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