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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 KBJMOT history

LM05 KBJ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 22 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

LM05 KBJ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,867 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 KBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 KBJ was last recorded at 100,867 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,397 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
470 miles
Average per year
4,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,867 miles
  • 2024 – 100,397 miles
  • 2023 – 98,482 miles
  • 2022 – 96,650 miles
  • 2021 – 95,390 miles
  • 2020 – 88,979 miles
  • 2019 – 81,271 miles
  • 2017 – 74,494 miles
  • 2016 – 54,855 miles
  • 2014 – 46,577 miles
  • 2012 – 27,866 miles
  • 2011 – 20,299 miles
  • 2010 – 20,162 miles
  • 2008 – 13,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,867 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Both lower arm rear bushes slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,867 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,867 miles
    Test number
    313168633024
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail100,867 miles (+470)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,867 miles
    Test number
    276578978506
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass100,397 miles (+1,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,397 miles
    Test number
    747631658546
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass98,482 miles (+1,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    98,482 miles
    Test number
    819713214040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass96,650 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,650 miles
    Test number
    259628716433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,390 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,390 miles
    Test number
    192577737189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail95,390 miles (+6,411)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,390 miles
    Test number
    751667363804
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass88,979 miles (+7,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,979 miles
    Test number
    463555845467
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass81,271 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,271 miles
    Test number
    725312675202
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both lower arm rear bushes slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail81,267 miles (+6,773)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,267 miles
    Test number
    929271764766
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both lower arm rear bushes slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition
  11. Pass74,494 miles (+10,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,494 miles
    Test number
    777624798201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
  12. Pass64,130 miles (+9,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    64,130 miles
    Test number
    120644098123
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroided
  13. Pass54,855 miles (+8,278)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    570393168402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer in poor condition although not resulting in any exhaust blow
  14. Pass46,577 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    46,577 miles
    Test number
    486534764489
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail46,577 miles (+11,812)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,577 miles
    Test number
    837143864390
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass34,765 miles (+6,899)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,765 miles
    Test number
    378472904008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have splits on tread
  17. Pass27,866 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,866 miles
    Test number
    476442262315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,009 miles (+710)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,009 miles
    Test number
    876303072000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,299 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,299 miles
    Test number
    676015071012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,162 miles (+6,829)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,162 miles
    Test number
    420369490298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    13,333 miles
    Test number
    744024588251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 KBJ

Does LM05 KBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 KBJ is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 KBJ?
The MOT on LM05 KBJ is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 KBJ done?
LM05 KBJ was recorded at 100,867 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,998 miles a year.
Has LM05 KBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 KBJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM05 KBJ 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 KBJ find?
LM05 KBJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front power steering component has slight seepage from a component; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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