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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 YPNMOT history

LM03 YPN is a red petrol MINI first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LM03 YPN red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,756 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 YPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 YPN was last recorded at 121,756 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,640 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
5,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,756 miles
  • 2025 – 113,777 miles
  • 2024 – 113,238 miles
  • 2023 – 110,460 miles
  • 2022 – 107,758 miles
  • 2021 – 105,208 miles
  • 2020 – 103,003 miles
  • 2019 – 96,359 miles
  • 2018 – 91,570 miles
  • 2017 – 87,367 miles
  • 2016 – 81,447 miles
  • 2015 – 76,012 miles
  • 2014 – 72,480 miles
  • 2013 – 68,668 miles
  • 2012 – 64,691 miles
  • 2011 – 60,273 miles
  • 2010 – 55,768 miles
  • 2009 – 49,801 miles
  • 2008 – 42,302 miles
  • 2007 – 31,502 miles
  • 2006 – 18,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,756 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,756 miles (+116)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,756 miles
    Test number
    699385381095
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail121,640 miles (+7,863)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,640 miles
    Test number
    385002395041
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light Both lamps (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass113,777 miles (+539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    113,777 miles
    Test number
    212482682953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,238 miles (+2,778)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,238 miles
    Test number
    380862436804
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps slightly faded

  5. Pass110,460 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,460 miles
    Test number
    812212094144
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s/f (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail110,460 miles (+2,702)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,460 miles
    Test number
    331831485684
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working o/s/f and n/s/f not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s/f (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    517859384642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail107,758 miles (+2,550)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    742126962889
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass105,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    105,208 miles
    Test number
    315110880100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,208 miles (+2,205)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,208 miles
    Test number
    324038156327
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass103,003 miles (+6,644)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    219311452673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,359 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,359 miles
    Test number
    203690633826
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail96,355 miles (+4,785)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,355 miles
    Test number
    938746486232
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass91,570 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    965994743516
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail91,570 miles (+4,203)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,570 miles
    Test number
    158184234080
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass87,367 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,367 miles
    Test number
    187319402872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,264 miles (+5,817)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,264 miles
    Test number
    766096311335
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass81,447 miles (+5,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    971561486658
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre close to 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryWear and movement in both front wishbone arm rear support mountains

  19. Pass76,012 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,012 miles
    Test number
    488342895003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,480 miles (+3,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,480 miles
    Test number
    775589404115
    • NoteBoth rear tyres running low

  21. Pass68,668 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,668 miles
    Test number
    699308503144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,691 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,691 miles
    Test number
    216067702164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,273 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,273 miles
    Test number
    127016001181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,768 miles (+5,967)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,768 miles
    Test number
    512914200185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,801 miles (+7,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,801 miles
    Test number
    162247799034
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass42,302 miles (+10,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,302 miles
    Test number
    604097308135
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass31,502 miles (+12,852)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,502 miles
    Test number
    504570007154
    • NoteBoth front tyres and offside rear tyre getting low on tread

  28. Pass18,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,650 miles
    Test number
    234419506480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 YPN

Does LM03 YPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 YPN is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 YPN?
The MOT on LM03 YPN is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 YPN done?
LM03 YPN was recorded at 121,756 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 5,057 miles a year.
Has LM03 YPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 YPN has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 YPN 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 YPN find?
LM03 YPN passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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