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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 YHVMOT history

LL04 YHV is a black petrol MINI first used on 16 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

LL04 YHV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,562 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 YHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 YHV was last recorded at 99,562 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 11,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,705 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,857 miles
Average per year
3,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,562 miles
  • 2025 – 87,705 miles
  • 2023 – 87,327 miles
  • 2022 – 85,412 miles
  • 2020 – 85,085 miles
  • 2019 – 76,675 miles
  • 2018 – 67,687 miles
  • 2017 – 66,177 miles
  • 2016 – 65,064 miles
  • 2015 – 62,716 miles
  • 2014 – 61,349 miles
  • 2013 – 59,006 miles
  • 2011 – 57,238 miles
  • 2010 – 49,187 miles
  • 2009 – 44,143 miles
  • 2008 – 39,106 miles
  • 2007 – 31,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,562 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,562 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,562 miles
    Test number
    660103027065
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,562 miles (+11,857)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,562 miles
    Test number
    865128042532
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,705 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,705 miles
    Test number
    371561896055
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail87,705 miles (+378)2 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,705 miles
    Test number
    698985161245
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass87,327 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,327 miles
    Test number
    141440522599
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light indicates low pressure

  6. Fail87,327 miles (+1,915)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,327 miles
    Test number
    501766745478
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light indicates low pressure

  7. Pass85,412 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,412 miles
    Test number
    554022260286
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail85,366 miles (+281)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,366 miles
    Test number
    433271762478
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear change partially seized
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass85,085 miles (+8,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,085 miles
    Test number
    755457483419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass76,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,675 miles
    Test number
    150045663190
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail76,675 miles (+8,988)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,675 miles
    Test number
    517009552521
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass67,687 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,687 miles
    Test number
    661599162304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,177 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,177 miles
    Test number
    505945899284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail66,177 miles (+1,113)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,177 miles
    Test number
    720731801911
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass65,064 miles (+2,348)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    197681161752
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage rack pipe (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass62,716 miles (+1,367)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,716 miles
    Test number
    818129095124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight movement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes

  17. Pass61,349 miles (+2,343)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,349 miles
    Test number
    329645194045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/R & O/S/R tyre - tread perishing

  18. Pass59,006 miles (+1,768)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,006 miles
    Test number
    789334493020
    • NoteN/S/R tyre - Tread cracking
    • NoteO/S/R tyre - Tread cracking
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass57,238 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    57,238 miles
    Test number
    585434161344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,672 miles (+5,485)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,672 miles
    Test number
    189327071158
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBack box baffles loose

  21. Pass49,187 miles (+5,044)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,187 miles
    Test number
    401133600288
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs are slightly worn
    • NoteRear brake discs are slightly worn

  22. Pass44,143 miles (+5,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,143 miles
    Test number
    784818629276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass39,106 miles (+7,242)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,106 miles
    Test number
    384181938250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,864 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    31,864 miles
    Test number
    332610517345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,851 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,851 miles
    Test number
    810342887205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    28,930 miles
    Test number
    692871327252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 YHV

Does LL04 YHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 YHV is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 YHV?
The MOT on LL04 YHV is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 YHV done?
LL04 YHV was recorded at 99,562 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 3,775 miles a year.
Has LL04 YHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 YHV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL04 YHV 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 YHV find?
LL04 YHV passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear all around; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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