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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 MZJMOT history

LM03 MZJ is a red petrol MINI first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

LM03 MZJ red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
101,521 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MZJ was last recorded at 101,521 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,494 miles · 4 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
4,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,521 miles
  • 2025 – 100,238 miles
  • 2024 – 99,443 miles
  • 2023 – 98,644 miles
  • 2022 – 96,890 miles
  • 2021 – 93,526 miles
  • 2020 – 91,102 miles
  • 2019 – 89,587 miles
  • 2018 – 88,443 miles
  • 2017 – 86,378 miles
  • 2016 – 81,925 miles
  • 2015 – 77,698 miles
  • 2014 – 74,104 miles
  • 2013 – 69,101 miles
  • 2012 – 66,174 miles
  • 2011 – 64,575 miles
  • 2010 – 63,313 miles
  • 2009 – 53,734 miles
  • 2008 – 37,121 miles
  • 2007 – 24,471 miles
  • 2006 – 19,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,521 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering pipe slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,521 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    101,521 miles
    Test number
    267064644663
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering pipe slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail101,494 miles (+1,256)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,494 miles
    Test number
    710077658083
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box leaking slightly (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose slight damp looking (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe to rack slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass100,238 miles (+795)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    100,238 miles
    Test number
    930079068316
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass99,443 miles (+799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,443 miles
    Test number
    771078375946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass98,644 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    98,644 miles
    Test number
    832098928375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,890 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,890 miles
    Test number
    870138456350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,526 miles (+2,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,526 miles
    Test number
    912283219481
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass91,102 miles (+1,515)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,102 miles
    Test number
    399283963051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,587 miles (+1,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,587 miles
    Test number
    281141237236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass88,443 miles (+2,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,443 miles
    Test number
    652827398817
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass86,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,378 miles
    Test number
    630799925169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,378 miles (+4,453)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,378 miles
    Test number
    645959505877
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  13. Pass81,925 miles (+4,227)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,925 miles
    Test number
    607510129346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,698 miles (+3,594)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,698 miles
    Test number
    989658335132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDriveshaft seal in gearbox leaking
  15. Pass74,104 miles (+5,003)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,104 miles
    Test number
    367064654106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,101 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,101 miles
    Test number
    268341943471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,174 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,174 miles
    Test number
    156586562134
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBrake & clutch pedal wearing smooth
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin rusting away
    • NoteWipers starting to smear.
  18. Pass66,174 miles (+1,599)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,174 miles
    Test number
    717596362192
    • NoteBrake & clutch pedal wearing smooth
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin rusting away
    • NoteWipers starting to smear.
  19. Pass64,575 miles (+1,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,575 miles
    Test number
    958823341160
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  20. Pass63,313 miles (+9,579)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,313 miles
    Test number
    301197430152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,734 miles (+16,613)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,734 miles
    Test number
    224012669189
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer starting to weaken
  22. Pass37,121 miles (+12,650)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,121 miles
    Test number
    960728368108
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteRear No.plate delaminating
  23. Pass24,471 miles (+5,278)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,471 miles
    Test number
    950649737116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,193 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,193 miles
    Test number
    501934666189
    • Repaired at testNearside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteRear No plate starting to deteriorate
  25. Pass19,193 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    19,193 miles
    Test number
    684234366183
    • NoteRear No plate starting to deteriorate

Questions about LM03 MZJ

Does LM03 MZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 MZJ is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MZJ?
The MOT on LM03 MZJ is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 MZJ done?
LM03 MZJ was recorded at 101,521 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 4,110 miles a year.
Has LM03 MZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MZJ has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 MZJ 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 MZJ find?
LM03 MZJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive power steering pipe slight leak; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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