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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 BZPMOT history

LM05 BZP is a blue petrol MINI first used on 8 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

LM05 BZP blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
125,912 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BZP was last recorded at 125,912 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 2,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,872 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,040 miles
Average per year
5,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,912 miles
  • 2025 – 123,872 miles
  • 2024 – 119,636 miles
  • 2023 – 113,384 miles
  • 2022 – 106,561 miles
  • 2021 – 99,796 miles
  • 2020 – 95,052 miles
  • 2019 – 88,653 miles
  • 2018 – 81,842 miles
  • 2017 – 73,309 miles
  • 2016 – 64,842 miles
  • 2015 – 59,681 miles
  • 2014 – 54,627 miles
  • 2013 – 48,608 miles
  • 2012 – 42,603 miles
  • 2011 – 35,420 miles
  • 2010 – 30,041 miles
  • 2009 – 24,714 miles
  • 2008 – 18,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,912 miles
  • Advisory2 nuts missing rear exhaust mounting
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,912 miles (+2,040)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    125,912 miles
    Test number
    510568757745
    • Advisory2 nuts missing rear exhaust mounting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass123,872 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    123,872 miles
    Test number
    606680241966
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose both rear mountings have a bolt missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail123,872 miles (+4,236)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,872 miles
    Test number
    748689974967
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose both rear mountings have a bolt missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,636 miles (+6,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,636 miles
    Test number
    508319071743
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,384 miles (+6,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    113,384 miles
    Test number
    851970950024
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,561 miles
    Test number
    383678014411
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail106,561 miles (+6,765)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,561 miles
    Test number
    488680703947
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass99,796 miles (+4,744)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    99,796 miles
    Test number
    352624223175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,052 miles (+6,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,052 miles
    Test number
    501333841992
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass88,653 miles (+6,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    88,653 miles
    Test number
    487431815720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass81,842 miles (+8,533)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,842 miles
    Test number
    105768355992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,309 miles (+8,467)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,309 miles
    Test number
    683596940501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,842 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,842 miles
    Test number
    676354023329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,775 miles (+5,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,775 miles
    Test number
    172435881670
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass59,681 miles (+5,054)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,681 miles
    Test number
    919376465127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,627 miles (+6,019)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,627 miles
    Test number
    735706954110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass48,608 miles (+6,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,608 miles
    Test number
    168223763158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass42,603 miles (+7,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,603 miles
    Test number
    507784462188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass35,420 miles (+5,379)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    929604441102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,041 miles (+5,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,041 miles
    Test number
    103839250184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass24,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,714 miles
    Test number
    343212969186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,714 miles (+6,008)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,714 miles
    Test number
    381562069189
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass18,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,706 miles
    Test number
    544169268102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 BZP

Does LM05 BZP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 BZP is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BZP?
The MOT on LM05 BZP is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 BZP done?
LM05 BZP was recorded at 125,912 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 5,967 miles a year.
Has LM05 BZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BZP has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 BZP 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 BZP find?
LM05 BZP passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: 2 nuts missing rear exhaust mounting; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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