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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 VKAMOT history

LL04 VKA is a red petrol MINI first used on 14 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 132,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

LL04 VKA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2026
Mileage
132,969 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 VKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 VKA was last recorded at 132,969 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,962 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,969 miles
  • 2024 – 127,972 miles
  • 2023 – 123,622 miles
  • 2022 – 117,527 miles
  • 2021 – 112,282 miles
  • 2020 – 110,354 miles
  • 2019 – 107,209 miles
  • 2018 – 102,036 miles
  • 2017 – 95,893 miles
  • 2016 – 90,160 miles
  • 2015 – 81,932 miles
  • 2014 – 76,029 miles
  • 2013 – 72,461 miles
  • 2012 – 63,058 miles
  • 2011 – 59,216 miles
  • 2010 – 56,128 miles
  • 2009 – 51,250 miles
  • 2008 – 45,264 miles
  • 2007 – 40,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,969 miles
  • MinorFront Electrical wiring inadequately secured around engine fan (4.11 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Emissions unable to be completed

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,969 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    132,969 miles
    Test number
    643962014218
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring inadequately secured around engine fan (4.11 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,962 miles (+4,990)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,962 miles
    Test number
    360875926848
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring inadequately secured around engine fan (4.11 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,972 miles (+4,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    127,972 miles
    Test number
    377751561730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass123,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,622 miles
    Test number
    856903214312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Fail123,622 miles (+6,095)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,622 miles
    Test number
    599623560232
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Pass117,527 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,527 miles
    Test number
    181051866659
    • 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))
    • 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))

  7. Fail117,526 miles (+5,244)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,526 miles
    Test number
    545079526702
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • 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))

  8. Pass112,282 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,282 miles
    Test number
    210211366570
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail112,282 miles (+1,928)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,282 miles
    Test number
    392278867228
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,354 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    110,354 miles
    Test number
    822885456170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail110,354 miles (+3,145)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,354 miles
    Test number
    567973321588
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass107,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    107,209 miles
    Test number
    856785383670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,209 miles (+5,173)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,209 miles
    Test number
    210362688381
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass102,036 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    102,036 miles
    Test number
    609193395238
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted.

  15. Fail102,036 miles (+6,143)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,036 miles
    Test number
    358192084646
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted.

  16. Pass95,893 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,893 miles
    Test number
    109072601103
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail95,877 miles (+5,717)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,877 miles
    Test number
    627347529902
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp missing. (3.4.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass90,160 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,160 miles
    Test number
    543606342230
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  19. Fail90,157 miles (+8,225)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,157 miles
    Test number
    644562694547
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  20. Pass81,932 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,932 miles
    Test number
    698134975132
    • NoteFront to rear rigids corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail81,931 miles (+5,902)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,931 miles
    Test number
    856010575195
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFront to rear rigids corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass76,029 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,029 miles
    Test number
    885267264178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,461 miles
    Test number
    469728083270
    • 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)

  24. Fail72,461 miles (+9,403)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,461 miles
    Test number
    387097583435
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,058 miles
    Test number
    789000702388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,058 miles (+3,842)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,058 miles
    Test number
    837737792212
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass59,216 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,216 miles
    Test number
    365846201346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,128 miles (+4,878)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,128 miles
    Test number
    891085090181
    • NoteService light flashing

  29. Pass51,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,250 miles
    Test number
    722641899185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,248 miles (+5,984)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,248 miles
    Test number
    100351699112
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  31. Pass45,264 miles (+5,166)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,264 miles
    Test number
    650931108270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass40,098 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    40,098 miles
    Test number
    281209277237
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LL04 VKA

Does LL04 VKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 VKA expired on 15 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 VKA?
The MOT on LL04 VKA expired on 15 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 VKA done?
LL04 VKA was recorded at 132,969 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 5,207 miles a year.
Has LL04 VKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 VKA has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 VKA 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 VKA find?
LL04 VKA passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect: front electrical wiring inadequately secured around engine fan.

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