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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 EEJMOT history

LL04 EEJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 20 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LL04 EEJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
144,174 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 EEJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 EEJ was last recorded at 144,174 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,174 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,174 miles
  • 2024 – 142,969 miles
  • 2023 – 135,428 miles
  • 2022 – 131,450 miles
  • 2021 – 129,587 miles
  • 2020 – 126,050 miles
  • 2018 – 125,645 miles
  • 2017 – 124,338 miles
  • 2016 – 119,146 miles
  • 2015 – 112,308 miles
  • 2014 – 106,028 miles
  • 2013 – 103,738 miles
  • 2012 – 92,578 miles
  • 2011 – 78,985 miles
  • 2010 – 64,662 miles
  • 2009 – 50,256 miles
  • 2008 – 35,950 miles
  • 2007 – 21,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,174 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat beltsRecorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,174 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    144,174 miles
    Test number
    366213471779
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts

  2. Fail144,174 miles (+1,205)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,174 miles
    Test number
    505128119512
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seat belts

  3. Pass142,969 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    142,969 miles
    Test number
    987201550032
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,937 miles (+7,509)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,937 miles
    Test number
    980602456415
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached pinch bolt broken (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,428 miles (+171)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    135,428 miles
    Test number
    933369170115
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,257 miles (+3,807)3 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,257 miles
    Test number
    481292202145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no oil showing on dipstick (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRed tpms light is on

  7. Pass131,450 miles (+1,863)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,450 miles
    Test number
    819921490984
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have age related cracking
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass129,587 miles (+3,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,587 miles
    Test number
    995235074756
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,050 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,050 miles
    Test number
    547956302856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,645 miles (+1,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,645 miles
    Test number
    731135669058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass124,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,338 miles
    Test number
    817370665162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,338 miles (+5,192)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,338 miles
    Test number
    550245144927
    • DangerousElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBattery light illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine over heated during inspection

  13. Pass119,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,146 miles
    Test number
    516687640775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail119,146 miles (+6,838)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,146 miles
    Test number
    623355231288
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass112,308 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    112,308 miles
    Test number
    298835755118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,304 miles (+6,276)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,304 miles
    Test number
    316104555103
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass106,028 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,028 miles
    Test number
    479812244119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,738 miles
    Test number
    346167473197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail103,738 miles (+11,160)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,738 miles
    Test number
    728347773129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass92,578 miles (+13,593)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    289641042297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,985 miles (+14,323)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    78,985 miles
    Test number
    158054141229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,662 miles (+14,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    64,662 miles
    Test number
    900287600217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,256 miles (+14,306)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,256 miles
    Test number
    570742809211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,950 miles (+14,049)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,950 miles
    Test number
    253423408212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,901 miles
    Test number
    714299797164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 EEJ

Does LL04 EEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 EEJ is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 EEJ?
The MOT on LL04 EEJ is valid until 8 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 EEJ done?
LL04 EEJ was recorded at 144,174 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 6,616 miles a year.
Has LL04 EEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 EEJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL04 EEJ 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 EEJ find?
LL04 EEJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 9 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged run flat, and 6 more.

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