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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 DXAMOT history

LM03 DXA is a red petrol MINI first used on 10 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

LM03 DXA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2024
Mileage
93,325 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 DXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 DXA was last recorded at 93,325 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 1,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,320 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,005 miles
Average per year
4,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,325 miles
  • 2022 – 92,320 miles
  • 2021 – 85,663 miles
  • 2020 – 84,982 miles
  • 2017 – 82,454 miles
  • 2016 – 73,204 miles
  • 2015 – 67,027 miles
  • 2014 – 62,477 miles
  • 2013 – 57,096 miles
  • 2012 – 52,484 miles
  • 2011 – 47,883 miles
  • 2010 – 43,418 miles
  • 2009 – 38,912 miles
  • 2008 – 33,385 miles
  • 2007 – 28,478 miles
  • 2006 – 22,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,325 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,325 miles (+1,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,325 miles
    Test number
    674013083091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass92,320 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,320 miles
    Test number
    552626524063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail92,275 miles (+6,612)5 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,275 miles
    Test number
    352130391230
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear routed around fuel tank corroded before flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear routed around fuel tank corroded before flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In arch. Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Down rear of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both wheels stiff to turn by hand.

  4. Pass85,663 miles (+681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,663 miles
    Test number
    222330105600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin is getting close to sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass84,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,982 miles
    Test number
    351817419049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,982 miles (+164)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,982 miles
    Test number
    278275089194
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass84,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,818 miles
    Test number
    642990187105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,818 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,818 miles
    Test number
    325205684759
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Fail84,818 miles (+2,364)1 dangerous12 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,818 miles
    Test number
    286295001018
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears to brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTpms light illuminated

  10. Pass82,454 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,454 miles
    Test number
    736954359160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail82,434 miles (+9,230)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,434 miles
    Test number
    470028123029
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass73,204 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,204 miles
    Test number
    407016849335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail73,204 miles (+6,177)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,204 miles
    Test number
    894830959003
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass67,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,027 miles
    Test number
    188060707968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,027 miles (+4,550)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,027 miles
    Test number
    484446944458
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  16. Pass62,477 miles (+5,381)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,477 miles
    Test number
    925954904278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,096 miles (+4,612)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,096 miles
    Test number
    669807683108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear light lens damaged
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering pump

  18. Pass52,484 miles (+194)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,484 miles
    Test number
    569491902294
    • NoteCorrosion on rear of exhaust system
    • NoteDamage to O/S/R light cluster

  19. Fail52,290 miles (+4,407)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,290 miles
    Test number
    488251092119
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on rear of exhaust system
    • NoteDamage to O/S/R light cluster

  20. Pass47,883 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,883 miles
    Test number
    619237691130
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear Light lens damaged

  21. Fail47,883 miles (+4,465)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,883 miles
    Test number
    886237491112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear Light lens damaged

  22. Pass43,418 miles (+4,506)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    43,418 miles
    Test number
    930021990119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to offside rear light

  23. Pass38,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,912 miles
    Test number
    252980489423
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail38,912 miles (+5,527)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,912 miles
    Test number
    743140389146
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass33,385 miles (+4,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,385 miles
    Test number
    150718168115
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass28,478 miles (+6,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,478 miles
    Test number
    542712477180
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass22,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,464 miles
    Test number
    264204646431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 DXA

Does LM03 DXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 DXA expired on 1 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 DXA?
The MOT on LM03 DXA expired on 1 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 DXA done?
LM03 DXA was recorded at 93,325 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 4,123 miles a year.
Has LM03 DXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 DXA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 DXA 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 LM03 DXA find?
LM03 DXA passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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