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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 XPBMOT history

LM03 XPB is a blue petrol MINI first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

LM03 XPB blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2022
Mileage
139,919 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 XPB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM03 XPB was last recorded at 139,919 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 9,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,075 miles · 30 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
9,844 miles
Average per year
7,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,919 miles
  • 2021 – 130,075 miles
  • 2020 – 116,645 miles
  • 2019 – 112,378 miles
  • 2018 – 100,345 miles
  • 2017 – 91,831 miles
  • 2016 – 80,904 miles
  • 2015 – 73,920 miles
  • 2014 – 66,659 miles
  • 2013 – 59,613 miles
  • 2012 – 54,331 miles
  • 2011 – 47,901 miles
  • 2010 – 42,896 miles
  • 2009 – 38,765 miles
  • 2008 – 33,983 miles
  • 2007 – 26,877 miles
  • 2006 – 20,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,919 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear box rubber mounts deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount rubber split and cracked (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 rubber split and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Close! (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,919 miles (+9,844)8 major2 minor24 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,919 miles
    Test number
    728659552050
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box rubber mounts deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount rubber split and cracked (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 rubber split and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Close! (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,075 miles
    Test number
    498335048277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail130,075 miles (+3,424)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,075 miles
    Test number
    780414639468
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  4. Fail126,651 miles (+10,006)9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,651 miles
    Test number
    597759746207
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,645 miles (+4,267)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,645 miles
    Test number
    742325743087
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass112,378 miles (+12,033)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    112,378 miles
    Test number
    537771667090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside front position lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn to 1.6mm legal limit

  7. Pass100,345 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,345 miles
    Test number
    783043708426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail100,345 miles (+8,514)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,345 miles
    Test number
    786709697117
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass91,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,831 miles
    Test number
    124463999818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,802 miles (+10,898)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,802 miles
    Test number
    892083353746
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass80,904 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,904 miles
    Test number
    277761649845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail80,873 miles (+6,953)3 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,873 miles
    Test number
    140953835211
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass73,920 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,920 miles
    Test number
    216044405497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded

  14. Fail73,920 miles (+7,261)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,920 miles
    Test number
    636144205151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded

  15. Pass66,659 miles (+7,046)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,659 miles
    Test number
    239842594040
    • NoteCreak from steering noted when turning lock to lock. May require further investigation and repair.
    • NoteN/S/F tyre heavily worn both on edges
    • NoteN/S/R tyre heavily worn both on edges
    • NoteO/S/F tyre heavily worn both on edges

  16. Pass59,613 miles (+5,282)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,613 miles
    Test number
    128922193452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,331 miles (+6,430)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,331 miles
    Test number
    288499882015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,901 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,901 miles
    Test number
    459356291048
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHeadlamp levelling device not working
    • NoteRear exhaust box heavily corroded but secure

  19. Fail47,901 miles (+5,005)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,901 miles
    Test number
    697256991002
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHeadlamp levelling device not working
    • NoteRear exhaust box heavily corroded but secure

  20. Pass42,896 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,896 miles
    Test number
    714259090043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,765 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,765 miles
    Test number
    510757279155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,983 miles (+7,106)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,983 miles
    Test number
    882151698196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,877 miles (+6,281)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,877 miles
    Test number
    371043777157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,596 miles
    Test number
    564321886179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,596 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,596 miles
    Test number
    483081086194
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LM03 XPB

Does LM03 XPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 XPB expired on 29 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 XPB?
The MOT on LM03 XPB expired on 29 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 XPB done?
LM03 XPB was recorded at 139,919 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 7,423 miles a year.
Has LM03 XPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 XPB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 XPB 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 XPB find?
LM03 XPB failed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 24 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; front windscreen washer not working both; nearside front position lamp not working, and 31 more.

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