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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 KDVMOT history

LL04 KDV is a black petrol MINI first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

LL04 KDV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
118,118 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 KDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL04 KDV was last recorded at 118,118 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 3,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,097 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,021 miles
Average per year
4,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,118 miles
  • 2025 – 115,097 miles
  • 2024 – 114,281 miles
  • 2023 – 113,331 miles
  • 2022 – 112,097 miles
  • 2021 – 110,149 miles
  • 2020 – 106,011 miles
  • 2019 – 97,422 miles
  • 2018 – 83,105 miles
  • 2017 – 81,817 miles
  • 2016 – 76,330 miles
  • 2015 – 67,261 miles
  • 2014 – 58,638 miles
  • 2013 – 57,189 miles
  • 2012 – 55,587 miles
  • 2011 – 53,590 miles
  • 2010 – 49,130 miles
  • 2009 – 36,163 miles
  • 2008 – 31,925 miles
  • 2007 – 27,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,118 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail118,118 miles (+3,021)10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,118 miles
    Test number
    460308960110
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,097 miles (+816)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,097 miles
    Test number
    975276957258
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both Slightly Out Of Shape
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass114,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    902398414369
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail114,281 miles (+950)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    664513085309
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass113,331 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,331 miles
    Test number
    469097926464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  6. Fail113,330 miles (+1,233)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,330 miles
    Test number
    419565482404
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  7. Pass112,097 miles (+1,948)4 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,097 miles
    Test number
    690145243242
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass110,149 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,149 miles
    Test number
    813638633818
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail110,149 miles (+4,138)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,149 miles
    Test number
    453149759247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass106,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,011 miles
    Test number
    820164889392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f n/s/f lower arm bushes split

  11. Fail106,011 miles (+8,589)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,011 miles
    Test number
    270541792856
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f n/s/f lower arm bushes split

  12. Pass97,422 miles (+14,317)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,422 miles
    Test number
    311491057243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,105 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,105 miles
    Test number
    256095088964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,817 miles
    Test number
    612030142975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,817 miles (+5,487)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,817 miles
    Test number
    584690443766
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play play in hub (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer excessively corroded (7.1.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working nearside and offside (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine oil

  16. Pass76,330 miles (+9,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,330 miles
    Test number
    243998416655
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear back exhaust corroded

  17. Pass67,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,261 miles
    Test number
    277930385172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,259 miles (+8,621)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,259 miles
    Test number
    488230285190
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass58,638 miles (+1,449)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,638 miles
    Test number
    965664514170
    • 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges and perished

  20. Pass57,189 miles (+1,602)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,189 miles
    Test number
    718154313126
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass55,587 miles (+18)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,587 miles
    Test number
    659622822165
    • NoteExhaust rear box outer skin corroded

  22. Fail55,569 miles (+1,979)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    237151122189
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rear box outer skin corroded

  23. Pass53,590 miles (+4,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,590 miles
    Test number
    729414421127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass49,130 miles (+12,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,130 miles
    Test number
    230250920166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass36,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,163 miles
    Test number
    272888949494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,163 miles (+4,238)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,163 miles
    Test number
    940788249111
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  27. Pass31,925 miles (+4,052)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,925 miles
    Test number
    840785068138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,873 miles
    Test number
    804232477179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 KDV

Does LL04 KDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 KDV is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL04 KDV?
The MOT on LL04 KDV is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 KDV done?
LL04 KDV was recorded at 118,118 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 4,666 miles a year.
Has LL04 KDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 KDV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL04 KDV 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 KDV find?
LL04 KDV failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 16 more.

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