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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM04 YSAMOT history

LM04 YSA is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 85,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LM04 YSA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2027
Mileage
85,538 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YSA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 YSA was last recorded at 85,538 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 8,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,210 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,328 miles
Average per year
3,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,538 miles
  • 2025 – 77,210 miles
  • 2024 – 69,639 miles
  • 2023 – 64,722 miles
  • 2022 – 59,583 miles
  • 2021 – 54,807 miles
  • 2020 – 51,225 miles
  • 2019 – 45,085 miles
  • 2018 – 39,312 miles
  • 2017 – 32,794 miles
  • 2016 – 29,149 miles
  • 2015 – 21,958 miles
  • 2014 – 21,234 miles
  • 2013 – 20,400 miles
  • 2012 – 20,365 miles
  • 2011 – 19,864 miles
  • 2010 – 18,942 miles
  • 2009 – 17,976 miles
  • 2008 – 16,942 miles
  • 2007 – 14,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,538 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,538 miles (+8,328)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    85,538 miles
    Test number
    156045621778
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass77,210 miles (+7,571)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    77,210 miles
    Test number
    998886563473
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass69,639 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    69,639 miles
    Test number
    959971939201
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  4. Fail69,639 miles (+4,917)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,639 miles
    Test number
    222193589085
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  5. Pass64,722 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    64,722 miles
    Test number
    792816186622
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  6. Fail64,722 miles (+5,139)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,722 miles
    Test number
    264617542852
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  7. Pass59,583 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,583 miles
    Test number
    381667801059
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail59,583 miles (+4,776)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,583 miles
    Test number
    410816500461
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass54,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,807 miles
    Test number
    820705084969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,807 miles (+3,582)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,807 miles
    Test number
    913868907173
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass51,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    446857960481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,225 miles (+6,140)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    680144586260
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass45,085 miles (+5,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    45,085 miles
    Test number
    507262437127
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass39,312 miles (+242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    39,312 miles
    Test number
    613813556576
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  15. Fail39,070 miles (+6,276)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,070 miles
    Test number
    441335897592
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger corroded
  16. Pass32,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,794 miles
    Test number
    198362939011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,794 miles (+3,645)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,794 miles
    Test number
    413744754836
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported Back Box (7.1.1)
  18. Pass29,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,149 miles
    Test number
    306929117925
    • AdvisoryRear silencer very corroded
  19. Fail29,149 miles (+7,191)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,149 miles
    Test number
    765730452177
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer very corroded
  20. Pass21,958 miles (+724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,958 miles
    Test number
    105633515083
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  21. Pass21,234 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    21,234 miles
    Test number
    969106804029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,400 miles (+35)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    20,400 miles
    Test number
    129133803068
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  23. Fail20,365 miles (+501)1 failure2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,365 miles
    Test number
    885623552338
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  24. Pass19,864 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,864 miles
    Test number
    308280251324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,942 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    18,942 miles
    Test number
    424925630456
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate screw missing
    • NoteO/s/f door handle loose
  26. Fail18,942 miles (+966)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,942 miles
    Test number
    432405030441
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate screw missing
    • NoteO/s/f door handle loose
  27. Pass17,976 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,976 miles
    Test number
    460786639429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,942 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,942 miles
    Test number
    452099588231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,739 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    14,739 miles
    Test number
    552162477254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass14,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,671 miles
    Test number
    690677697160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YSA

Does LM04 YSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 YSA is valid until 7 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YSA?
The MOT on LM04 YSA is valid until 7 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 YSA done?
LM04 YSA was recorded at 85,538 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 3,679 miles a year.
Has LM04 YSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YSA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM04 YSA 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 YSA find?
LM04 YSA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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