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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LL55 ALOMOT history

LL55 ALO is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2024.

LL55 ALO black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
105,410 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL55 ALO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL55 ALO was last recorded at 105,410 miles on 6 Jan 2024, 8,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,457 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
8,953 miles
Average per year
4,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,410 miles
  • 2022 – 96,457 miles
  • 2021 – 87,874 miles
  • 2020 – 82,715 miles
  • 2019 – 78,845 miles
  • 2018 – 75,419 miles
  • 2016 – 73,216 miles
  • 2015 – 70,642 miles
  • 2014 – 66,659 miles
  • 2013 – 63,174 miles
  • 2012 – 59,422 miles
  • 2011 – 52,272 miles
  • 2010 – 41,454 miles
  • 2009 – 35,822 miles
  • 2008 – 29,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,410 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box and corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,410 miles (+8,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,410 miles
    Test number
    473487795051
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,457 miles
    Test number
    729774024675
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail96,457 miles (+8,583)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,457 miles
    Test number
    372469964273
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,874 miles (+5,159)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,874 miles
    Test number
    749385305521
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpm on

  5. Pass82,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    698270198626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,715 miles (+56)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    101581491723
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust silancer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear corroded yellow chalk marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded O side ridged metal pipe front to rear corroded yellow chalk marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure Tail pipe strap corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail82,659 miles (+3,814)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,659 miles
    Test number
    675782297801
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or 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 split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass78,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    341994653840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,845 miles (+3,426)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    803411328767
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  10. Pass75,419 miles (+2,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,419 miles
    Test number
    637723223155
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS DOOR IS STIFF TO OPEN FROM INSIDE
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BACK BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED

  11. Pass73,216 miles (+2,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,216 miles
    Test number
    249838657190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass70,642 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,642 miles
    Test number
    860619797775
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box and corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail70,637 miles (+3,978)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,637 miles
    Test number
    939787782123
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box and corroding (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded into flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass66,659 miles (+3,485)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,659 miles
    Test number
    486046644253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear box starting to corrode

  15. Pass63,174 miles (+3,752)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,174 miles
    Test number
    228435643272
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn slightly outer edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding

  16. Pass59,422 miles (+7,150)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    59,422 miles
    Test number
    248299242293
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim slightly high
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  17. Fail52,272 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    405034441285
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth sills covered in plastic trim
    • NoteRear exhaust box starting to corrode

  18. Pass52,272 miles (+10,818)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    685144041201
    • NoteBoth sills covered in plastic trim
    • NoteRear exhaust box starting to corrode

  19. Pass41,454 miles (+5,632)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,454 miles
    Test number
    342524540269
    • NoteBoth front wipers spliting
    • NotePlastic covers and sills fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust box starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  20. Pass35,822 miles (+6,019)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,822 miles
    Test number
    811585849250
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsr tyre slighly out of shape

  21. Pass29,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,803 miles
    Test number
    443432748218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL55 ALO

Does LL55 ALO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL55 ALO expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL55 ALO?
The MOT on LL55 ALO expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL55 ALO done?
LL55 ALO was recorded at 105,410 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2024, an average of 4,924 miles a year.
Has LL55 ALO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL55 ALO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LL55 ALO 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 LL55 ALO find?
LL55 ALO passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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