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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM03 ZFAMOT history

LM03 ZFA is a yellow petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

LM03 ZFA yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,341 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 ZFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 ZFA was last recorded at 102,341 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,197 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,144 miles
Average per year
5,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,341 miles
  • 2025 – 101,197 miles
  • 2024 – 96,948 miles
  • 2023 – 91,212 miles
  • 2022 – 85,949 miles
  • 2021 – 80,973 miles
  • 2020 – 79,071 miles
  • 2019 – 77,168 miles
  • 2018 – 75,911 miles
  • 2017 – 75,452 miles
  • 2016 – 75,077 miles
  • 2015 – 74,612 miles
  • 2014 – 73,470 miles
  • 2013 – 64,071 miles
  • 2011 – 53,990 miles
  • 2010 – 45,073 miles
  • 2009 – 28,560 miles
  • 2008 – 16,210 miles
  • 2007 – 3,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,341 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • No coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear brake has a slight bind

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,341 miles (+1,144)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,341 miles
    Test number
    670930077298
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass101,197 miles (+4,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    101,197 miles
    Test number
    651405012288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass96,948 miles (+5,736)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,948 miles
    Test number
    292368391595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55 16 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes to hoses corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust silencer deteriorating
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber perishing

  4. Pass91,212 miles (+5,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,212 miles
    Test number
    935710460180
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Also heavily cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also heavily cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass85,949 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    490253794713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,934 miles (+4,961)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,934 miles
    Test number
    758203862672
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass80,973 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    131665342975
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail80,973 miles (+1,902)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    827801462862
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNo coolant
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass79,071 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,071 miles
    Test number
    622192104629
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail79,070 miles (+1,902)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    342242405929
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass77,168 miles (+1,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,168 miles
    Test number
    725215817390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass75,911 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    831529283247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has a slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear top mount has slight movement

  13. Fail75,911 miles (+459)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    424053461405
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNo Coolant
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has a slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear top mount has slight movement

  14. Pass75,452 miles (+375)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,452 miles
    Test number
    599690977940
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has a slight bind
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass75,077 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    312811477129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail75,077 miles (+465)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    181831953919
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass74,612 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,612 miles
    Test number
    795273705278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,470 miles (+9,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,470 miles
    Test number
    317341194139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass64,071 miles (+10,081)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,071 miles
    Test number
    197617003242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,990 miles (+8,917)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,990 miles
    Test number
    847037931143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,073 miles (+16,513)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,073 miles
    Test number
    261823060132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,560 miles (+12,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,560 miles
    Test number
    462264359135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass16,210 miles (+12,525)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,210 miles
    Test number
    384537438186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    3,685 miles
    Test number
    721058757194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 ZFA

Does LM03 ZFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 ZFA is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 ZFA?
The MOT on LM03 ZFA is valid until 9 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 ZFA done?
LM03 ZFA was recorded at 102,341 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,122 miles a year.
Has LM03 ZFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 ZFA has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 ZFA 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 ZFA find?
LM03 ZFA passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear, and 5 more.

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