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MINI Cooper S

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 OHJMOT history

LM03 OHJ is a grey petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 10 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2023
Mileage
102,675 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 OHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM03 OHJ was last recorded at 102,675 miles on 17 Jul 2023, 4,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,615 miles · 22 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
4,060 miles
Average per year
4,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,675 miles
  • 2022 – 98,615 miles
  • 2021 – 96,232 miles
  • 2020 – 93,002 miles
  • 2019 – 90,455 miles
  • 2018 – 86,677 miles
  • 2017 – 84,321 miles
  • 2016 – 80,723 miles
  • 2015 – 75,283 miles
  • 2014 – 66,843 miles
  • 2013 – 61,899 miles
  • 2012 – 56,564 miles
  • 2011 – 52,116 miles
  • 2010 – 44,411 miles
  • 2009 – 39,647 miles
  • 2008 – 33,120 miles
  • 2007 – 25,524 miles
  • 2006 – 19,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,675 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some componentsRecorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryExhaust deterioratingRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering leaks from reservoir

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.

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Petrol cap seal cracking up

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,675 miles (+4,060)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,675 miles
    Test number
    307319841101
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPower steering leaks from reservoir

  2. Pass98,615 miles (+2,383)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,615 miles
    Test number
    826576631941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap rubber seal cracking up
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade worn

  3. Pass96,232 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,232 miles
    Test number
    534758652485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal cracking up

  4. Fail96,230 miles (+3,228)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,230 miles
    Test number
    956795502527
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed vpirelli p zero run flat 205 / 45 r 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside door mirror covers missing
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal cracking up
    • AdvisoryReverse light inoperative

  5. Pass93,002 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    872611510146
    • AdvisoryCooling leaks
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal cracking up

  6. Fail93,002 miles (+2,547)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,002 miles
    Test number
    574594262350
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCooling leaks
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal cracking up

  7. Pass90,455 miles (+3,778)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    90,455 miles
    Test number
    500983773785
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCooling leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  8. Pass86,677 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,677 miles
    Test number
    475036135282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front top shock mount splitting up
    • AdvisoryOffside front top shock mounts splitting up
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryTpms warning light staying on

  9. Fail86,677 miles (+2,356)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,677 miles
    Test number
    626367272577
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front top shock mount splitting up
    • AdvisoryOffside front top shock mounts splitting up
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryTpms warning light staying on

  10. Pass84,321 miles (+3,598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,321 miles
    Test number
    407096505361
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front top bushes cracking up
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  11. Pass80,723 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,723 miles
    Test number
    340405551182
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront suspension top bushes cracking up
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  12. Fail80,716 miles (+5,433)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,716 miles
    Test number
    268767631686
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront suspension top bushes cracking up
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Pass75,283 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    511765509313
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate beginning to be defective
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner and outer tread
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  14. Fail75,283 miles (+8,440)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    702744971128
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate beginning to be defective
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner and outer tread
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted

  15. Pass66,843 miles (+4,944)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,843 miles
    Test number
    229180794149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,899 miles (+5,335)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,899 miles
    Test number
    915824503225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,564 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,564 miles
    Test number
    869044182141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,116 miles (+7,705)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    866033211291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,411 miles (+4,764)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,411 miles
    Test number
    480625770199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    442215379102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,647 miles (+6,527)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    764254479138
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass33,120 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,120 miles
    Test number
    970388578179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,524 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,524 miles
    Test number
    593436277123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,059 miles
    Test number
    422428686165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 OHJ

Does LM03 OHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 OHJ expired on 31 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 OHJ?
The MOT on LM03 OHJ expired on 31 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 OHJ done?
LM03 OHJ was recorded at 102,675 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2023, an average of 4,911 miles a year.
Has LM03 OHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 OHJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 OHJ 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 OHJ find?
LM03 OHJ failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2023 with 2 major defects and 6 advisories: offside rear service brake excessively binding; oil leaking excessively from engine; coolant leak, and 5 more.

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