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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 YSHMOT history

LM03 YSH is a silver petrol MINI first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2025.

LM03 YSH silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2026
Mileage
122,588 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 YSH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 YSH was last recorded at 122,588 miles on 20 Jan 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,580 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,588 miles
  • 2024 – 121,677 miles
  • 2023 – 113,375 miles
  • 2021 – 108,001 miles
  • 2020 – 100,151 miles
  • 2019 – 96,835 miles
  • 2018 – 83,934 miles
  • 2017 – 66,507 miles
  • 2016 – 54,355 miles
  • 2015 – 51,999 miles
  • 2014 – 48,050 miles
  • 2013 – 43,092 miles
  • 2012 – 38,962 miles
  • 2011 – 33,342 miles
  • 2010 – 30,714 miles
  • 2009 – 27,434 miles
  • 2008 – 24,359 miles
  • 2007 – 21,015 miles
  • 2006 – 16,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,588 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked plate (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes are wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside top mount wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside top mount wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,588 miles (+8)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,588 miles
    Test number
    819709088604
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes are worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside top mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside top mount worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  2. Fail122,580 miles (+903)4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,580 miles
    Test number
    378566573594
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Split seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Faded lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Faded lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushes are worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside top mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside top mount worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  3. Pass121,677 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    121,677 miles
    Test number
    119535423232
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail121,677 miles (+8,302)1 dangerous4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,677 miles
    Test number
    182802331323
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass113,375 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,375 miles
    Test number
    249030762722
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mounts perishing but no excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Advise replacing - pads look new (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail113,375 miles (+5,374)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,375 miles
    Test number
    797549555888
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both - require polishing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front top mounts perishing but no excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Advise replacing - pads look new (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass108,001 miles (+7,850)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    108,001 miles
    Test number
    464658445279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,151 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,151 miles
    Test number
    210287019325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,835 miles (+12,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,835 miles
    Test number
    750388789773
    • Advisory195/55r16
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass83,934 miles (+17,427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    755153883302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRadiator in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass66,507 miles (+12,152)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,507 miles
    Test number
    131052525541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,355 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,355 miles
    Test number
    263526184894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,999 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,999 miles
    Test number
    603386818641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,050 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,050 miles
    Test number
    546375244343
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer and mounting strap corroded
    • NoteWear lip on front brake discs
  15. Fail48,050 miles (+4,958)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,050 miles
    Test number
    767315544334
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer and mounting strap corroded
    • NoteWear lip on front brake discs
  16. Pass43,092 miles (+4,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    495295343332
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass38,962 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    708802252349
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • NoteSlight wear lip on front brake discs
  18. Fail38,962 miles (+5,620)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    819892252305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • NoteSlight wear lip on front brake discs
  19. Pass33,342 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,342 miles
    Test number
    247068741234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,714 miles (+3,280)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,714 miles
    Test number
    464734040295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,434 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,434 miles
    Test number
    532694659241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,359 miles
    Test number
    341016858277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,359 miles (+3,344)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,359 miles
    Test number
    342216858230
    • 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)
  24. Pass21,015 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,015 miles
    Test number
    384424257443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,713 miles
    Test number
    253636986167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 YSH

Does LM03 YSH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 YSH expired on 25 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 YSH?
The MOT on LM03 YSH expired on 25 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 YSH done?
LM03 YSH was recorded at 122,588 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2025, an average of 5,709 miles a year.
Has LM03 YSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 YSH has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 YSH 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 YSH find?
LM03 YSH passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2025 with 15 advisories: exhaust box corroded; exhaust shield insecure; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked plate, and 12 more.

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