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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 BOFMOT history

LM05 BOF is a black petrol MINI first used on 6 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 133,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

LM05 BOF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
133,707 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BOF was last recorded at 133,707 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 6,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,148 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,559 miles
Average per year
5,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,707 miles
  • 2025 – 127,148 miles
  • 2024 – 120,388 miles
  • 2023 – 115,020 miles
  • 2022 – 110,678 miles
  • 2021 – 104,794 miles
  • 2020 – 100,659 miles
  • 2019 – 98,240 miles
  • 2018 – 92,725 miles
  • 2017 – 90,633 miles
  • 2016 – 86,302 miles
  • 2015 – 80,196 miles
  • 2014 – 74,118 miles
  • 2013 – 66,420 miles
  • 2012 – 59,904 miles
  • 2011 – 52,203 miles
  • 2010 – 44,489 miles
  • 2009 – 35,645 miles
  • 2008 – 27,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,707 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,707 miles (+6,559)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    133,707 miles
    Test number
    656551131319
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,148 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,148 miles
    Test number
    624913659182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail127,145 miles (+6,757)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,145 miles
    Test number
    484286289700
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass120,388 miles (+5,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    120,388 miles
    Test number
    619375738580
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass115,020 miles (+4,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,020 miles
    Test number
    985274442191
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass110,678 miles (+5,884)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    110,678 miles
    Test number
    671795364918
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,794 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,794 miles
    Test number
    276039723483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,659 miles (+2,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,659 miles
    Test number
    386963204515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,240 miles
    Test number
    109974387301
    • 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))

  10. Fail98,240 miles (+5,515)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,240 miles
    Test number
    489633991343
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass92,725 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    92,725 miles
    Test number
    825646201909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail92,701 miles (+2,068)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,701 miles
    Test number
    191891000498
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass90,633 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,633 miles
    Test number
    854508213798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,302 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,302 miles
    Test number
    410113590819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail86,301 miles (+6,105)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,301 miles
    Test number
    916970760023
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass80,196 miles (+6,078)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,196 miles
    Test number
    276143965096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,118 miles (+7,698)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,118 miles
    Test number
    937867354039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner wall cut

  18. Pass66,420 miles (+6,516)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,420 miles
    Test number
    758460063009
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty all over

  19. Pass59,904 miles (+7,701)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,904 miles
    Test number
    189081442450
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear disc worn

  20. Pass52,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    546972151031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,203 miles (+7,714)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    999642651074
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,489 miles (+8,844)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    44,489 miles
    Test number
    881096450078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,645 miles (+8,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,645 miles
    Test number
    662908759022
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass27,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    27,035 miles
    Test number
    580349058033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BOF

Does LM05 BOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 BOF is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BOF?
The MOT on LM05 BOF is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 BOF done?
LM05 BOF was recorded at 133,707 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,812 miles a year.
Has LM05 BOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BOF has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 BOF 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 LM05 BOF find?
LM05 BOF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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