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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 MUYMOT history

LM03 MUY is a red petrol MINI first used on 11 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 78,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LM03 MUY red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,024 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MUY was last recorded at 78,024 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,815 miles · 7 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
209 miles
Average per year
3,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,024 miles
  • 2025 – 65,523 miles
  • 2024 – 63,689 miles
  • 2023 – 61,952 miles
  • 2022 – 53,855 miles
  • 2021 – 52,881 miles
  • 2020 – 50,125 miles
  • 2019 – 47,384 miles
  • 2018 – 45,476 miles
  • 2017 – 41,847 miles
  • 2016 – 40,403 miles
  • 2015 – 38,351 miles
  • 2014 – 36,204 miles
  • 2013 – 34,225 miles
  • 2012 – 32,207 miles
  • 2011 – 30,167 miles
  • 2010 – 27,443 miles
  • 2009 – 23,444 miles
  • 2008 – 19,854 miles
  • 2007 – 16,893 miles
  • 2006 – 15,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,024 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive near engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,024 miles (+209)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,024 miles
    Test number
    297272528804
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive near engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,815 miles (+12,292)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,815 miles
    Test number
    883431245860
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive near engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass65,523 miles (+1,834)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    65,523 miles
    Test number
    968757251554
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass63,689 miles (+1,737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    63,689 miles
    Test number
    870884910195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass61,952 miles (+8,097)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    521146316218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,855 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    53,855 miles
    Test number
    296183186730
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked

  7. Fail53,855 miles (+974)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,855 miles
    Test number
    129701389246
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked

  8. Pass52,881 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    52,881 miles
    Test number
    674231282636
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail52,878 miles (+2,753)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,878 miles
    Test number
    221276535445
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass50,125 miles (+2,741)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,125 miles
    Test number
    224755022296
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  11. Pass47,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,384 miles
    Test number
    419289525845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail47,384 miles (+1,908)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,384 miles
    Test number
    907641651829
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass45,476 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    45,476 miles
    Test number
    547054556760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail45,476 miles (+3,629)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,476 miles
    Test number
    377576503139
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass41,847 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,847 miles
    Test number
    189110384773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,403 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    40,403 miles
    Test number
    413535091610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,351 miles (+2,147)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,351 miles
    Test number
    249723035492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,204 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,204 miles
    Test number
    898185334137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,225 miles (+2,018)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,225 miles
    Test number
    699201643178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,207 miles (+2,040)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,207 miles
    Test number
    449806442155
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOuter skin of rear exhaust box corroded

  21. Pass30,167 miles (+2,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,167 miles
    Test number
    197198931129
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass27,443 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,443 miles
    Test number
    893465140145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,444 miles1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,444 miles
    Test number
    420688649108
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside rear brake very slightly binding
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not leaking
    • NoteRear number plate beginning to deteriorate
    • NoteRear windscreen washer jet not working
    • NoteUnable to inspect nearside rear seatbelt due to child seat fitted

  24. Pass23,444 miles (+3,590)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,444 miles
    Test number
    594448949150
    • NoteOffside rear brake very slightly binding
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but not leaking
    • NoteRear number plate beginning to deteriorate
    • NoteRear windscreen washer jet not working
    • NoteUnable to inspect nearside rear seatbelt due to child seat fitted

  25. Fail19,854 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,854 miles
    Test number
    360530658189
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass19,854 miles (+2,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,854 miles
    Test number
    561280458168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass16,893 miles (+1,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,893 miles
    Test number
    942111157133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass15,302 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,302 miles
    Test number
    251326656446
    • NoteNearside front tyre beginning to wear low.

Questions about LM03 MUY

Does LM03 MUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 MUY is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MUY?
The MOT on LM03 MUY is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 MUY done?
LM03 MUY was recorded at 78,024 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 3,170 miles a year.
Has LM03 MUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MUY has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 MUY 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 MUY find?
LM03 MUY passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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