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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL04 ZRXMOT history

LL04 ZRX is a black petrol MINI first used on 10 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

LL04 ZRX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2024
Mileage
129,149 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 ZRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL04 ZRX was last recorded at 129,149 miles on 29 Jan 2024, 2,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,743 miles · 9 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,406 miles
Average per year
4,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,149 miles
  • 2023 – 126,743 miles
  • 2022 – 125,466 miles
  • 2020 – 123,239 miles
  • 2019 – 121,340 miles
  • 2018 – 118,525 miles
  • 2017 – 116,284 miles
  • 2016 – 108,290 miles
  • 2015 – 100,965 miles
  • 2014 – 91,306 miles
  • 2013 – 87,081 miles
  • 2012 – 84,192 miles
  • 2011 – 76,375 miles
  • 2010 – 68,103 miles
  • 2009 – 60,776 miles
  • 2008 – 53,309 miles
  • 2007 – 46,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,149 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust emissions are out due to exhaust condition. Lambda too high due to air leaks. Oil leaks a concern on extended emission test (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Many small leaks, silencer splitting and "stuffing" coming out. Repairs are of a temporary nature and have deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded At and near steering rack. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible Due to delamination. (0.1 (b))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Where the front to rear joins the rear flexy. (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Fuel cap sealing washer perished but maintaining a seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail129,149 miles (+2,406)12 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,149 miles
    Test number
    959337495914
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust emissions are out due to exhaust condition. Lambda too high due to air leaks. Oil leaks a concern on extended emission test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Many small leaks, silencer splitting and "stuffing" coming out. Repairs are of a temporary nature and have deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded At and near steering rack. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible Due to delamination. (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Where the front to rear joins the rear flexy. (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass126,743 miles (+1,277)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,743 miles
    Test number
    802346699232
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass125,466 miles (+2,227)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,466 miles
    Test number
    742586550507
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,239 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,239 miles
    Test number
    674778454789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bushes soft and perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement As nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lightly corroded under wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Has been previously sprayed with a substance! (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail123,238 miles (+1,898)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,238 miles
    Test number
    693659278047
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Inner wishbone ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bushes soft and perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement As nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lightly corroded under wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Has been previously sprayed with a substance! (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass121,340 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,340 miles
    Test number
    180038142825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail121,263 miles (+2,738)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,263 miles
    Test number
    260687141957
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Fuel cap seal perished. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass118,525 miles (+2,241)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,525 miles
    Test number
    531216000879
    • AdvisoryClutch not disengaging.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs corroded on outer faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing Floor grommet around steering column not correctly fitted to floor, rubbing. (2.1.4 (a))

  9. Pass116,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,284 miles
    Test number
    920520692490
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished but maintaining a seal
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  10. Fail116,284 miles (+7,994)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,284 miles
    Test number
    693767189893
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished but maintaining a seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass108,290 miles (+7,325)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,290 miles
    Test number
    324003909550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,965 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    929394463304
    • AdvisoryAll the metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn to 3 mm. n/s/r tyre worn to 5 mm, o/s/r tyre worn to 4 mm. Legal limit 1.6 mm
    • AdvisoryN/s/f alloy wheel scuffed
    • AdvisoryVarious small stone chips in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  13. Fail100,965 miles (+9,659)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    293495852713
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryAll the metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn to 3 mm. n/s/r tyre worn to 5 mm, o/s/r tyre worn to 4 mm. Legal limit 1.6 mm
    • AdvisoryN/s/f alloy wheel scuffed
    • AdvisoryVarious small stone chips in the windscreen
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  14. Pass91,306 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,306 miles
    Test number
    148895944279
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail91,300 miles (+271)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,300 miles
    Test number
    357354144297
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass91,029 miles (+3,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,029 miles
    Test number
    259153694404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass87,081 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,081 miles
    Test number
    275692163119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail87,078 miles (+2,886)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,078 miles
    Test number
    469631063192
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass84,192 miles (+7,817)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,192 miles
    Test number
    556394312282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,375 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,375 miles
    Test number
    238639081417
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear hub/brake binding slightly.

  21. Pass76,375 miles (+8,272)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,375 miles
    Test number
    938449681116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear hub/brake binding slightly.

  22. Pass68,103 miles (+7,327)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,103 miles
    Test number
    524384780188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass60,776 miles (+7,467)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,776 miles
    Test number
    300105689163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,309 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,309 miles
    Test number
    984054088154
    • NoteFront wiper blade rubbers splitting--rec attention
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber splitting--rec attention
    • NoteSpace between centre letters slightly big--rec attention

  25. Fail53,309 miles (+6,997)2 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,309 miles
    Test number
    202774388171
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront wiper blade rubbers splitting--rec attention
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber splitting--rec attention
    • NoteSpace between centre letters slightly big--rec attention

  26. Pass46,312 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,312 miles
    Test number
    872339767138
    • NoteHeadlamp aims both too low- Adjusted
    • NoteRear number plate backing starting to deform

Questions about LL04 ZRX

Does LL04 ZRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 ZRX expired on 8 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 ZRX?
The MOT on LL04 ZRX expired on 8 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 ZRX done?
LL04 ZRX was recorded at 129,149 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 4,985 miles a year.
Has LL04 ZRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 ZRX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LL04 ZRX 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 ZRX find?
LL04 ZRX failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 12 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; emissions unable to be completed exhaust emissions are out due to exhaust condition. lambda too high due to air leaks. oil leaks a concern on extended emission test; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 12 more.

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