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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 PBUMOT history

LL04 PBU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

LL04 PBU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,961 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 PBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 PBU was last recorded at 142,961 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 9,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,903 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,058 miles
Average per year
7,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,961 miles
  • 2025 – 133,903 miles
  • 2024 – 125,318 miles
  • 2023 – 114,657 miles
  • 2022 – 107,680 miles
  • 2021 – 98,649 miles
  • 2020 – 91,966 miles
  • 2019 – 88,207 miles
  • 2018 – 85,650 miles
  • 2017 – 83,207 miles
  • 2016 – 80,418 miles
  • 2015 – 76,487 miles
  • 2014 – 70,697 miles
  • 2013 – 65,224 miles
  • 2012 – 59,568 miles
  • 2011 – 53,680 miles
  • 2010 – 40,932 miles
  • 2008 – 19,465 miles
  • 2007 – 7,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,961 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,961 miles (+9,058)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,961 miles
    Test number
    514760068342
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass133,903 miles (+102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    133,903 miles
    Test number
    198697142184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail133,801 miles (+8,483)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,801 miles
    Test number
    809867854746
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass125,318 miles (+195)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,318 miles
    Test number
    959144823397
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail125,123 miles (+10,466)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,123 miles
    Test number
    759448709595
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass114,657 miles (+6,977)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    114,657 miles
    Test number
    517030931917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rigid brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,680 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,680 miles
    Test number
    265285374071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear steel brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front steel brake pipes corroded

  8. Fail107,679 miles (+9,030)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,679 miles
    Test number
    587067207682
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear steel brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front steel brake pipes corroded

  9. Pass98,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,649 miles
    Test number
    802382724011
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail98,649 miles (+6,683)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,649 miles
    Test number
    916131278239
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass91,966 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,966 miles
    Test number
    671379888133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,207 miles (+2,557)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,207 miles
    Test number
    223958726334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,650 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,650 miles
    Test number
    745431721554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,207 miles (+2,789)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,207 miles
    Test number
    320710413777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,418 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,418 miles
    Test number
    897983321196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,487 miles (+5,790)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    739299215067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,697 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,697 miles
    Test number
    106133724412
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass70,697 miles (+5,473)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,697 miles
    Test number
    205233524039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,224 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,224 miles
    Test number
    446692923025
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass65,224 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,224 miles
    Test number
    688732723031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,568 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,568 miles
    Test number
    885334012020
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low tread - 1955516 run flat
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/corroded - advise replacement
    • NoteRear silencer casing heavily corroded - no leaks

  22. Pass59,568 miles (+5,888)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    59,568 miles
    Test number
    927004212083
    • NoteBoth front tyres low tread - 1955516 run flat
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/corroded - advise replacement
    • NoteRear silencer casing heavily corroded - no leaks

  23. Pass53,680 miles (+12,748)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,680 miles
    Test number
    777522621054
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside front brake discs corroding

  24. Pass40,932 miles (+21,467)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,932 miles
    Test number
    574877900078
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal deteriorating

  25. Pass19,465 miles (+12,287)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,465 miles
    Test number
    231065758261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,178 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    7,178 miles
    Test number
    664698177297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    6,554 miles
    Test number
    283749397129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 PBU

Does LL04 PBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 PBU is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 PBU?
The MOT on LL04 PBU is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 PBU done?
LL04 PBU was recorded at 142,961 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 7,339 miles a year.
Has LL04 PBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 PBU has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 PBU 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 PBU find?
LL04 PBU passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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