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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 BZGMOT history

LM05 BZG is a black petrol MINI first used on 5 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

LM05 BZG black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
73,981 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BZG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BZG was last recorded at 73,981 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,382 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
599 miles
Average per year
3,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,981 miles
  • 2024 – 73,382 miles
  • 2023 – 69,319 miles
  • 2022 – 65,489 miles
  • 2021 – 60,739 miles
  • 2019 – 56,396 miles
  • 2018 – 50,888 miles
  • 2017 – 44,890 miles
  • 2016 – 40,619 miles
  • 2015 – 35,683 miles
  • 2014 – 32,471 miles
  • 2012 – 26,217 miles
  • 2010 – 14,234 miles
  • 2009 – 13,008 miles
  • 2008 – 10,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,981 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    73,981 miles
    Test number
    507727588160
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,981 miles (+599)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,981 miles
    Test number
    960930595745
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,382 miles (+4,063)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,382 miles
    Test number
    862996196705
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,319 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,319 miles
    Test number
    766481123174
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail69,318 miles (+3,829)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,318 miles
    Test number
    753308228419
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,489 miles (+4,750)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    65,489 miles
    Test number
    327872745414
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass60,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    521958949967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail60,739 miles (+4,343)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    796898879171
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,396 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,396 miles
    Test number
    314077948142
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front butterfly bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail56,396 miles (+5,508)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,396 miles
    Test number
    482875267355
    • DangerousBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Front and Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front butterfly bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,888 miles (+5,998)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,888 miles
    Test number
    135666080681
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass44,890 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,890 miles
    Test number
    954948469334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,619 miles (+4,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,619 miles
    Test number
    471474888788
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass35,683 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,683 miles
    Test number
    994303203274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,471 miles
    Test number
    277148604487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,470 miles (+6,253)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,470 miles
    Test number
    799148804125
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass26,217 miles (+11,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,217 miles
    Test number
    216228072114
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass14,234 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    14,234 miles
    Test number
    294991840347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,008 miles (+2,200)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,008 miles
    Test number
    640320439382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    10,808 miles
    Test number
    820582728323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BZG

Does LM05 BZG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 BZG is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BZG?
The MOT on LM05 BZG is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 BZG done?
LM05 BZG was recorded at 73,981 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,563 miles a year.
Has LM05 BZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BZG has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM05 BZG 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 BZG find?
LM05 BZG passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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