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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 MVZMOT history

LM03 MVZ is a grey petrol MINI first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 106,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2023.

LM03 MVZ grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2024
Mileage
106,009 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MVZ was last recorded at 106,009 miles on 8 Jul 2023, 192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,817 miles · 9 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
192 miles
Average per year
4,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 106,009 miles
  • 2020 – 105,817 miles
  • 2016 – 105,036 miles
  • 2015 – 102,817 miles
  • 2013 – 94,444 miles
  • 2012 – 89,212 miles
  • 2011 – 83,543 miles
  • 2010 – 71,768 miles
  • 2009 – 58,498 miles
  • 2008 – 45,755 miles
  • 2007 – 34,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,009 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple chips and cracks (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,009 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    263341342626
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple chips and cracks (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail106,009 miles (+192)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    270199736433
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple chips and cracks (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass105,817 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,817 miles
    Test number
    459373254091
    • AdvisoryExhaust Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail105,817 miles (+781)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,817 miles
    Test number
    798631970295
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass105,036 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,036 miles
    Test number
    475529830595
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail105,031 miles (+2,214)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,031 miles
    Test number
    560972554463
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail102,817 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,817 miles
    Test number
    109166635171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass102,817 miles (+8,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    102,817 miles
    Test number
    269376635416
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass94,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,444 miles
    Test number
    566082043123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,444 miles (+5,232)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,444 miles
    Test number
    487191143129
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise brake pad light on
    • NoteAdvise tyre warning light on

  11. Pass89,212 miles (+5,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,212 miles
    Test number
    315983472068
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass83,543 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,543 miles
    Test number
    927333461022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc excessivly worn

  13. Fail83,543 miles (+11,775)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,543 miles
    Test number
    138606751007
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc excessivly worn

  14. Pass71,768 miles (+291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,768 miles
    Test number
    591598850033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail71,477 miles (+12,979)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,477 miles
    Test number
    162345150418
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass58,498 miles (+12,743)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    363519469088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,755 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,755 miles
    Test number
    832352478073
    • NoteRear inner pads worn

  18. Fail45,755 miles (+11,640)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,755 miles
    Test number
    701302078060
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteRear inner pads worn

  19. Pass34,115 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,115 miles
    Test number
    941882927169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,039 miles
    Test number
    304158367072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 MVZ

Does LM03 MVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 MVZ expired on 7 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MVZ?
The MOT on LM03 MVZ expired on 7 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 MVZ done?
LM03 MVZ was recorded at 106,009 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2023, an average of 4,407 miles a year.
Has LM03 MVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MVZ has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 MVZ 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 MVZ find?
LM03 MVZ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple chips and cracks; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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