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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 BPUMOT history

LM05 BPU is a black petrol MINI first used on 9 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2025.

LM05 BPU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2026
Mileage
73,628 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BPU was last recorded at 73,628 miles on 25 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,628 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,628 miles
  • 2024 – 63,589 miles
  • 2023 – 51,530 miles
  • 2022 – 43,956 miles
  • 2021 – 42,268 miles
  • 2020 – 40,767 miles
  • 2019 – 39,238 miles
  • 2018 – 37,993 miles
  • 2017 – 34,862 miles
  • 2016 – 30,184 miles
  • 2015 – 28,262 miles
  • 2014 – 26,298 miles
  • 2013 – 24,308 miles
  • 2012 – 22,145 miles
  • 2011 – 21,182 miles
  • 2010 – 17,848 miles
  • 2008 – 16,775 miles
  • 2007 – 15,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,628 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront wiper blades wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre going out of shapeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,628 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,628 miles
    Test number
    633862823216
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre going out of shape
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail73,628 miles (+10,039)2 dangerous3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,628 miles
    Test number
    928974990384
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Badly worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre going out of shape
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass63,589 miles (+12,059)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,589 miles
    Test number
    435889110733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source 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 pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass51,530 miles (+7,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    51,530 miles
    Test number
    307241186527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass43,956 miles (+1,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    43,956 miles
    Test number
    683488861574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass42,268 miles (+1,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    42,268 miles
    Test number
    433425826849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass40,767 miles (+1,529)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,767 miles
    Test number
    701609418020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,238 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,238 miles
    Test number
    316837824691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,993 miles (+3,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    37,993 miles
    Test number
    107972200707
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  10. Pass34,862 miles (+4,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,862 miles
    Test number
    235052388688
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs on inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  11. Pass30,184 miles (+1,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,184 miles
    Test number
    350197147544
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  12. Pass28,262 miles (+1,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,262 miles
    Test number
    971791952941
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heavily corroded, but not blowing.
  13. Pass26,298 miles (+1,990)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,298 miles
    Test number
    748128254210
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  14. Pass24,308 miles (+2,163)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,308 miles
    Test number
    279452943146
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust outter skin corroded
  15. Pass22,145 miles (+963)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,145 miles
    Test number
    747389242194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,182 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,182 miles
    Test number
    895392531090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  17. Pass21,182 miles (+3,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,182 miles
    Test number
    997602631058
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  18. Pass17,848 miles (+1,073)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    17,848 miles
    Test number
    530336830092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,775 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,775 miles
    Test number
    944687058393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    15,938 miles
    Test number
    151404637375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BPU

Does LM05 BPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 BPU expired on 24 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BPU?
The MOT on LM05 BPU expired on 24 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 BPU done?
LM05 BPU was recorded at 73,628 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2025, an average of 3,284 miles a year.
Has LM05 BPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BPU has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 BPU 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 BPU find?
LM05 BPU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2025 with 14 advisories: both headlamps deteriorated; exhaust corroded; front wiper blades worn, and 11 more.

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