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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 MYUMOT history

LM03 MYU is a red petrol MINI first used on 13 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 133,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LM03 MYU red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
133,001 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MYU was last recorded at 133,001 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 2,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,483 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,518 miles
Average per year
5,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,001 miles
  • 2024 – 130,483 miles
  • 2023 – 127,214 miles
  • 2022 – 123,872 miles
  • 2021 – 122,327 miles
  • 2020 – 120,300 miles
  • 2019 – 119,003 miles
  • 2018 – 116,158 miles
  • 2017 – 112,920 miles
  • 2016 – 108,635 miles
  • 2015 – 104,408 miles
  • 2014 – 100,642 miles
  • 2013 – 95,975 miles
  • 2012 – 92,688 miles
  • 2011 – 85,343 miles
  • 2010 – 79,609 miles
  • 2009 – 72,237 miles
  • 2008 – 59,217 miles
  • 2007 – 44,859 miles
  • 2006 – 30,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,001 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,001 miles (+2,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    133,001 miles
    Test number
    592506348482
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass130,483 miles (+3,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    573519536149
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,214 miles (+3,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,214 miles
    Test number
    746846324747
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass123,872 miles (+1,545)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,872 miles
    Test number
    100616884255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,327 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,327 miles
    Test number
    944818597313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front low N/s/f on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  6. Fail122,327 miles (+2,027)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,327 miles
    Test number
    166451829819
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front low N/s/f on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  7. Pass120,300 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,300 miles
    Test number
    941030742060
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin rusty

  8. Fail120,300 miles (+1,297)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,300 miles
    Test number
    483664252350
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction permit in screen (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin rusty

  9. Pass119,003 miles (+11)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,003 miles
    Test number
    866562870080
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tail light lens cover damaged
    • AdvisoryBackbox heavily corroded

  10. Fail118,992 miles (+2,834)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,992 miles
    Test number
    255414132836
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ABS cable cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tail light lens cover damaged
    • AdvisoryBackbox heavily corroded

  11. Pass116,158 miles (+3,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    116,158 miles
    Test number
    504716405318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass112,920 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,920 miles
    Test number
    255582233047
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heavily corroded

  13. Fail112,918 miles (+4,283)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,918 miles
    Test number
    383696669569
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureRear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass108,635 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,635 miles
    Test number
    139457892266
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box insecure and heavily corroded

  15. Fail108,633 miles (+4,225)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,633 miles
    Test number
    146170128985
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 195/55/16/87v
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box insecure and heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  16. Pass104,408 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,408 miles
    Test number
    836991234281
    • AdvisoryEML warning light staying ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box mountings -split

  17. Fail104,408 miles (+3,766)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,408 miles
    Test number
    943464552981
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEML warning light staying ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box mountings -split

  18. Fail100,642 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,642 miles
    Test number
    775420794245
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEml warning light staying ON.

  19. Pass100,642 miles (+4,667)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    100,642 miles
    Test number
    906040894257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEml warning light staying ON.

  20. Pass95,975 miles (+3,287)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,975 miles
    Test number
    288792383222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEML light staying ON.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass92,688 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,688 miles
    Test number
    127925242280
    • NoteEml light on

  22. Fail92,680 miles (+7,337)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,680 miles
    Test number
    929573942224
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEml light on

  23. Pass85,343 miles (+5,734)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    85,343 miles
    Test number
    725255461140
    • NoteFuel cap washer starting to crack
    • NoteRear pads wearing low

  24. Fail79,609 miles3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,609 miles
    Test number
    260372260422
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake discs corroded, lipped and worn.
    • NoteRadiator fatigue evident and small weep starting.

  25. Pass79,609 miles (+7,372)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,609 miles
    Test number
    564242960145
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake discs corroded, lipped and worn.
    • NoteRadiator fatigue evident and small weep starting.

  26. Pass72,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,237 miles
    Test number
    584644069163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,237 miles (+13,020)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,237 miles
    Test number
    974544569140
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass59,217 miles (+14,358)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,217 miles
    Test number
    714135368198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,859 miles (+14,374)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    850210267159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,485 miles
    Test number
    344124566155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail30,485 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,485 miles
    Test number
    711581766103
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LM03 MYU

Does LM03 MYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 MYU is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MYU?
The MOT on LM03 MYU is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 MYU done?
LM03 MYU was recorded at 133,001 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 5,260 miles a year.
Has LM03 MYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MYU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 MYU 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 MYU find?
LM03 MYU passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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