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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 YSLMOT history

LM03 YSL is a grey petrol MINI first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 132,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LM03 YSL grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
132,988 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 YSL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 YSL was last recorded at 132,988 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,461 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
527 miles
Average per year
5,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,988 miles
  • 2024 – 132,461 miles
  • 2023 – 132,459 miles
  • 2022 – 132,399 miles
  • 2021 – 132,260 miles
  • 2020 – 130,041 miles
  • 2019 – 123,078 miles
  • 2018 – 120,170 miles
  • 2017 – 116,428 miles
  • 2016 – 112,027 miles
  • 2015 – 106,814 miles
  • 2014 – 100,398 miles
  • 2013 – 92,756 miles
  • 2011 – 79,812 miles
  • 2010 – 67,421 miles
  • 2009 – 56,111 miles
  • 2008 – 46,080 miles
  • 2007 – 37,564 miles
  • 2006 – 30,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,988 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,988 miles (+527)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    132,988 miles
    Test number
    976691953571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,461 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    132,461 miles
    Test number
    330049805093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass132,459 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,459 miles
    Test number
    550033196352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,399 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    132,399 miles
    Test number
    501386587557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass132,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,260 miles
    Test number
    510532434232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail132,260 miles (+2,219)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,260 miles
    Test number
    198894351851
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,041 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,041 miles
    Test number
    437018767702
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail130,032 miles (+6,954)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,032 miles
    Test number
    493461280117
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,078 miles (+2,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,078 miles
    Test number
    370089701148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,170 miles (+3,742)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    120,170 miles
    Test number
    175177865124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,428 miles (+4,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    116,428 miles
    Test number
    833751522217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass112,027 miles (+5,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    112,027 miles
    Test number
    732068673815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush and offside front rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass106,814 miles (+6,416)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    106,814 miles
    Test number
    996239615082
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre is starting to wear on the inner edge.
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass100,398 miles (+7,642)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,398 miles
    Test number
    615005324006
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres low on inner edges
    • NoteSmall blow from centre exhaust clamp

  15. Pass92,756 miles (+12,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    92,756 miles
    Test number
    695916133018
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass79,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    986318601354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,812 miles (+12,391)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    497598201337
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass67,421 miles (+11,310)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    493253300409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,111 miles (+10,031)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,111 miles
    Test number
    160106809391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,080 miles (+8,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,080 miles
    Test number
    622939908358
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,564 miles (+6,725)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    332936237217
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  22. Pass30,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,839 miles
    Test number
    773408166084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 YSL

Does LM03 YSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 YSL is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 YSL?
The MOT on LM03 YSL is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 YSL done?
LM03 YSL was recorded at 132,988 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,144 miles a year.
Has LM03 YSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 YSL has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 YSL 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 YSL find?
LM03 YSL passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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