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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LL54 AKUMOT history

LL54 AKU is a black petrol MINI first used on 24 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2023.

LL54 AKU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2024
Mileage
110,349 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL54 AKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL54 AKU was last recorded at 110,349 miles on 10 Jul 2023, 11,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2020: 90,220 miles, lower than 90,221 miles on 4 Apr 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
98,432 miles · 25 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
11,917 miles
Average per year
4,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,349 miles
  • 2022 – 98,432 miles
  • 2021 – 95,970 miles
  • 2020 – 90,220 miles
  • 2018 – 81,242 miles
  • 2017 – 76,239 miles
  • 2016 – 75,645 miles
  • 2015 – 74,339 miles
  • 2014 – 73,104 miles
  • 2013 – 71,511 miles
  • 2012 – 68,799 miles
  • 2011 – 67,348 miles
  • 2010 – 64,941 miles
  • 2009 – 60,344 miles
  • 2008 – 56,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,349 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,349 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    110,349 miles
    Test number
    609807247933
    • MinorFront Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail110,349 miles (+11,917)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,349 miles
    Test number
    898098926018
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorFront Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,432 miles (+2,462)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,432 miles
    Test number
    504671048405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,970 miles (+5,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,970 miles
    Test number
    770540919365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass90,220 miles (-1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    901063018631
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail90,221 miles (+8,979)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,221 miles
    Test number
    279912445483
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,242 miles (+5,003)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,242 miles
    Test number
    527700245879
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass76,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,239 miles
    Test number
    765660520434
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both sides fronts (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heavily corroded & weak

  9. Fail76,239 miles (+594)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,239 miles
    Test number
    466417120010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure pad wear wire (1.9.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both sides fronts (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heavily corroded & weak

  10. Pass75,645 miles (+1,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    75,645 miles
    Test number
    670836777694
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriotated

  11. Pass74,339 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    984602400405
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail74,339 miles (+1,235)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    806488624859
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass73,104 miles (+1,593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,104 miles
    Test number
    167403304370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass71,511 miles (+2,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    188685983288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass68,799 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,799 miles
    Test number
    956414982202
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCut in n/s/rear tyre sidewall+perished
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteSome corrosion on exhaust rearbox
    • NoteSome small chips in windscreen

  16. Fail68,799 miles (+1,451)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,799 miles
    Test number
    506034582254
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCut in n/s/rear tyre sidewall+perished
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteSome corrosion on exhaust rearbox
    • NoteSome small chips in windscreen

  17. Pass67,348 miles (+2,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,348 miles
    Test number
    825463791207
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail64,941 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,941 miles
    Test number
    262059370217
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass64,941 miles (+4,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,941 miles
    Test number
    903819970286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass60,344 miles (+4,202)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    60,344 miles
    Test number
    492334999217
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSLIGHT BRAKE BIND O/S/R

  21. Fail56,142 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,142 miles
    Test number
    141310538323
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass56,142 miles (+10,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,142 miles
    Test number
    221190538366
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass46,050 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,050 miles
    Test number
    293408858012
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail46,050 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,050 miles
    Test number
    472918758094
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL54 AKU

Does LL54 AKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL54 AKU expired on 9 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL54 AKU?
The MOT on LL54 AKU expired on 9 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL54 AKU done?
LL54 AKU was recorded at 110,349 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2023, an average of 4,185 miles a year.
Has LL54 AKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL54 AKU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LL54 AKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Apr 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL54 AKU find?
LL54 AKU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front inner prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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