MINI logo

MINI

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 MVXMOT history

LM03 MVX is a grey petrol MINI first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 125,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2024.

LM03 MVX grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2025
Mileage
125,607 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,608 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LM03 MVX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MVX was last recorded at 125,607 miles on 13 Jul 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,598 miles · 12 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
5,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,607 miles
  • 2023 – 121,656 miles
  • 2021 – 119,221 miles
  • 2020 – 117,542 miles
  • 2019 – 113,520 miles
  • 2015 – 99,820 miles
  • 2014 – 96,769 miles
  • 2013 – 87,060 miles
  • 2012 – 78,775 miles
  • 2011 – 68,468 miles
  • 2010 – 59,524 miles
  • 2009 – 47,593 miles
  • 2008 – 37,704 miles
  • 2007 – 33,276 miles
  • 2006 – 24,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,607 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ..and worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ...and worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,607 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,607 miles
    Test number
    180959869885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail125,598 miles (+3,942)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,598 miles
    Test number
    213514207023
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass121,656 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    121,656 miles
    Test number
    271604633822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ..and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ...and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail121,650 miles (+2,429)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,650 miles
    Test number
    535568349022
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ..and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ...and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass119,221 miles (+15)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    119,221 miles
    Test number
    874502446189
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Fail119,206 miles (+1,664)4 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,206 miles
    Test number
    175496182182
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass117,542 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    117,542 miles
    Test number
    778942342253
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail117,539 miles (+4)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,539 miles
    Test number
    524278214032
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail117,535 miles (+4,015)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,535 miles
    Test number
    231051822710
    • DangerousOffside Front tyre has multiple splits on inner side wall
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass113,520 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    113,520 miles
    Test number
    161741536769
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  11. Fail113,518 miles (+13,698)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,518 miles
    Test number
    683995745114
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  12. Pass99,820 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    859931725184
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s/r tyre nick in sidewall

  13. Fail99,820 miles (+79)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    615581025153
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteN/s/f & n/s/r tyre nick in sidewall

  14. Fail99,741 miles (+2,972)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,741 miles
    Test number
    815475015174
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre has sidewall damage
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has sidewall damage

  15. Pass96,769 miles (+9,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,769 miles
    Test number
    796216614169
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass87,060 miles (+8,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,060 miles
    Test number
    188049523130
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass78,775 miles (+172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    78,775 miles
    Test number
    339235922163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail78,603 miles (+10,135)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,603 miles
    Test number
    218097612446
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass68,468 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,468 miles
    Test number
    795537711160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,445 miles (+8,921)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,445 miles
    Test number
    766386811169
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  21. Pass59,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    552531210143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,524 miles (+11,931)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    484391210112
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass47,593 miles (+9,889)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,593 miles
    Test number
    403210119162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low/tread cracked.

  24. Pass37,704 miles (+4,428)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,704 miles
    Test number
    554479608196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,276 miles (+9,262)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,276 miles
    Test number
    372121717191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,014 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,014 miles
    Test number
    981782756184
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

Questions about LM03 MVX

Does LM03 MVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 MVX expired on 4 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MVX?
The MOT on LM03 MVX expired on 4 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 MVX done?
LM03 MVX was recorded at 125,607 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2024, an average of 5,608 miles a year.
Has LM03 MVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MVX has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LM03 MVX 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 MVX find?
LM03 MVX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear coil spring corroded.

Related registrations

Browse all LM03M registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.