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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 MVEMOT history

LM03 MVE is a silver petrol MINI first used on 9 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LM03 MVE silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2025
Mileage
101,556 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM03 MVE was last recorded at 101,556 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,976 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,580 miles
Average per year
4,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,556 miles
  • 2024 – 99,976 miles
  • 2023 – 99,378 miles
  • 2022 – 97,354 miles
  • 2021 – 95,705 miles
  • 2020 – 92,618 miles
  • 2019 – 89,445 miles
  • 2018 – 83,107 miles
  • 2017 – 75,735 miles
  • 2016 – 72,178 miles
  • 2015 – 66,979 miles
  • 2013 – 57,584 miles
  • 2012 – 52,674 miles
  • 2011 – 49,087 miles
  • 2010 – 45,621 miles
  • 2009 – 40,006 miles
  • 2008 – 33,562 miles
  • 2007 – 27,238 miles
  • 2006 – 18,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,556 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Touching on shock turret (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Above rear axle and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail101,556 miles (+1,580)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,556 miles
    Test number
    301912616173
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Touching on shock turret (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Above rear axle and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,976 miles (+598)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    99,976 miles
    Test number
    160935739786
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  3. Pass99,378 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,378 miles
    Test number
    593853476192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,354 miles (+1,649)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    97,354 miles
    Test number
    300652163714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,705 miles (+3,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,705 miles
    Test number
    433383378785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass92,618 miles (+3,173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,618 miles
    Test number
    285576054312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass89,445 miles (+17)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,445 miles
    Test number
    607743013854
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail89,428 miles1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,428 miles
    Test number
    154521697985
    • MajorAll position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail89,428 miles (+5)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,428 miles
    Test number
    964941616420
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail89,423 miles (+6,316)2 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,423 miles
    Test number
    119481926687
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass83,107 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,107 miles
    Test number
    315337273341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail83,046 miles (+7,311)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,046 miles
    Test number
    354200220147
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass75,735 miles (+3,557)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,735 miles
    Test number
    434850748380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,178 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,178 miles
    Test number
    654242151190
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail72,175 miles (+5,196)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,175 miles
    Test number
    602692587377
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass66,979 miles (+9,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,979 miles
    Test number
    586941243538
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have age related cracks

  17. Pass57,584 miles (+201)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,584 miles
    Test number
    378476623323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail57,383 miles (+4,709)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,383 miles
    Test number
    179375523312
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass52,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,674 miles
    Test number
    386614832379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,674 miles (+3,587)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,674 miles
    Test number
    547144532317
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass49,087 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,087 miles
    Test number
    156096631362
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail49,084 miles (+3,463)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    306076031305
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass45,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    414264230376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,621 miles (+5,615)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    480083630453
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  25. Fail40,006 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,006 miles
    Test number
    223816739377
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass40,006 miles (+6,444)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,006 miles
    Test number
    753756539385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    474012038403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,562 miles (+6,324)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    881442538322
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  29. Pass27,238 miles (+8,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,238 miles
    Test number
    354843097490
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass18,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    18,779 miles
    Test number
    291826156448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 MVE

Does LM03 MVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 MVE expired on 15 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MVE?
The MOT on LM03 MVE expired on 15 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 MVE done?
LM03 MVE was recorded at 101,556 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,255 miles a year.
Has LM03 MVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MVE has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 MVE 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 MVE find?
LM03 MVE failed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 8 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside front coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened touching on shock turret; nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective, and 14 more.

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