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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM04 HVSMOT history

LM04 HVS is a black petrol MINI first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 124,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

LM04 HVS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2024
Mileage
124,403 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 HVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 HVS was last recorded at 124,403 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,403 miles · 29 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,403 miles
  • 2022 – 124,403 miles
  • 2021 – 112,496 miles
  • 2020 – 104,393 miles
  • 2019 – 98,272 miles
  • 2018 – 90,748 miles
  • 2017 – 80,177 miles
  • 2016 – 74,621 miles
  • 2014 – 70,614 miles
  • 2013 – 62,223 miles
  • 2012 – 56,327 miles
  • 2011 – 50,425 miles
  • 2010 – 44,567 miles
  • 2009 – 36,412 miles
  • 2008 – 29,213 miles
  • 2007 – 24,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,403 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    710790614933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail124,403 miles (+58)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,403 miles
    Test number
    890661736251
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail124,345 miles (+11,849)5 major4 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,345 miles
    Test number
    654547596735
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal badly cracked, not sealing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone front ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in upper screen could be repaired (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play upper joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged clearly this tyre has been run flat, this may have damaged the structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point block missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing to get a good beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pad looks very thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively brake disc slightly warped (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn BALD on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing to get a good beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have patches of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split

  4. Pass112,496 miles (+8,103)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    112,496 miles
    Test number
    824009176168
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,393 miles
    Test number
    997952309726
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail104,393 miles (+6,121)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,393 miles
    Test number
    211021369816
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass98,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,272 miles
    Test number
    596971660256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,272 miles (+7,524)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,272 miles
    Test number
    280297957209
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass90,748 miles1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    90,748 miles
    Test number
    562669704933
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  10. Fail90,748 miles (+10,571)4 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,748 miles
    Test number
    942894666596
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  11. Pass80,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,177 miles
    Test number
    100581227121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail80,177 miles (+5,556)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,177 miles
    Test number
    179161105821
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass74,621 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    406229858323
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail74,581 miles (+3,967)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,581 miles
    Test number
    997644763180
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass70,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,614 miles
    Test number
    199312304363
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail70,614 miles (+1,930)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,614 miles
    Test number
    848022204329
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail68,684 miles (+6,461)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,684 miles
    Test number
    847222134191
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has cracks/perished

  18. Pass62,223 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,223 miles
    Test number
    738334223155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail62,223 miles (+5,896)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,223 miles
    Test number
    906484123124
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass56,327 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,327 miles
    Test number
    139923532171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,425 miles (+5,858)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,425 miles
    Test number
    298107221156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,567 miles (+8,155)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,567 miles
    Test number
    782855830161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,412 miles (+7,199)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,412 miles
    Test number
    162389529111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,213 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,213 miles
    Test number
    754713138162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,851 miles
    Test number
    412161227161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,850 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,850 miles
    Test number
    662681827118
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LM04 HVS

Does LM04 HVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 HVS expired on 2 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 HVS?
The MOT on LM04 HVS expired on 2 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 HVS done?
LM04 HVS was recorded at 124,403 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 6,350 miles a year.
Has LM04 HVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 HVS has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LM04 HVS 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 LM04 HVS find?
LM04 HVS passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 2 more.

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