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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM04 HVTMOT history

LM04 HVT is a black petrol MINI first used on 27 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 19,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LM04 HVT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
19,210 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 HVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 HVT was last recorded at 19,210 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
19,201 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 19,210 miles
  • 2024 – 18,752 miles
  • 2023 – 18,239 miles
  • 2022 – 17,563 miles
  • 2021 – 16,939 miles
  • 2020 – 16,510 miles
  • 2019 – 15,880 miles
  • 2018 – 15,241 miles
  • 2017 – 14,658 miles
  • 2016 – 13,891 miles
  • 2015 – 12,866 miles
  • 2014 – 12,042 miles
  • 2013 – 11,397 miles
  • 2012 – 10,733 miles
  • 2011 – 9,887 miles
  • 2010 – 8,976 miles
  • 2009 – 8,101 miles
  • 2008 – 6,607 miles
  • 2007 – 5,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,210 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine has oil leak but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass19,210 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    19,210 miles
    Test number
    517990357222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail19,201 miles (+449)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,201 miles
    Test number
    124727804265
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass18,752 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    18,752 miles
    Test number
    907875375605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass18,239 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    18,239 miles
    Test number
    261999486114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass17,563 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    17,563 miles
    Test number
    103174022664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass16,939 miles (+429)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    16,939 miles
    Test number
    135315237842
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine has slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass16,510 miles (+630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    16,510 miles
    Test number
    381426439242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Surface cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Surface cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass15,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    15,880 miles
    Test number
    347538997061
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine has oil leak but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail15,880 miles (+639)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,880 miles
    Test number
    507104279289
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Valve stem seriously damaged tyre pressure valve rubber has badly cracking and damage (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Valve stem seriously damaged tyre pressure valve rubber has badly cracking and damage (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Valve stem seriously damaged tyre pressure valve rubber has badly cracking and damage (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine has oil leak but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass15,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    15,241 miles
    Test number
    384059671506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail15,240 miles (+582)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,240 miles
    Test number
    435183458153
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front wipers smearing screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass14,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    14,658 miles
    Test number
    139655866467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail14,658 miles (+767)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,658 miles
    Test number
    261990324477
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber missing

  14. Pass13,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    13,891 miles
    Test number
    819619326685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail13,891 miles (+1,025)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,891 miles
    Test number
    365567778349
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass12,866 miles (+824)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    12,866 miles
    Test number
    876675455106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass12,042 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    12,042 miles
    Test number
    229785354463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail12,042 miles (+645)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,042 miles
    Test number
    898035754100
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass11,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    11,397 miles
    Test number
    225514883152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail11,397 miles (+664)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,397 miles
    Test number
    845714683118
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass10,733 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    10,733 miles
    Test number
    997771892184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,887 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    9,887 miles
    Test number
    208979381409
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail9,887 miles (+911)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,887 miles
    Test number
    405828181173
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass8,976 miles (+875)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    8,976 miles
    Test number
    702093490116
    • NoteN/s/f tyre unevenly worn.(175/65 r15 h dunlop sp sport 200 e

  25. Pass8,101 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,101 miles
    Test number
    684874689116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass6,607 miles (+1,192)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    6,607 miles
    Test number
    723839358103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    5,415 miles
    Test number
    744071327182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 HVT

Does LM04 HVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 HVT is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM04 HVT?
The MOT on LM04 HVT is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 HVT done?
LM04 HVT was recorded at 19,210 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 745 miles a year.
Has LM04 HVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 HVT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM04 HVT 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 HVT find?
LM04 HVT passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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