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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 MXBMOT history

LM05 MXB is a black petrol MINI first used on 19 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LM05 MXB black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,671 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 MXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 MXB was last recorded at 96,671 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 4,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,844 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,827 miles
Average per year
3,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,671 miles
  • 2024 – 91,844 miles
  • 2023 – 87,943 miles
  • 2022 – 87,120 miles
  • 2021 – 83,690 miles
  • 2020 – 78,116 miles
  • 2019 – 69,291 miles
  • 2018 – 64,415 miles
  • 2017 – 63,609 miles
  • 2016 – 56,140 miles
  • 2014 – 53,353 miles
  • 2010 – 43,778 miles
  • 2008 – 40,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,671 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,671 miles (+4,827)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    485578688944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,844 miles (+3,901)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,844 miles
    Test number
    344885629346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,943 miles (+823)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,943 miles
    Test number
    532884768588
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass87,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,120 miles
    Test number
    688473467809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail87,120 miles (+3,430)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,120 miles
    Test number
    425217560602
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass83,690 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,690 miles
    Test number
    713026923809
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail83,690 miles (+5,574)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,690 miles
    Test number
    354679703464
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,116 miles (+2,881)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    848412584349
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass75,235 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,235 miles
    Test number
    892282879089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,233 miles (+5,942)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,233 miles
    Test number
    162166718248
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  11. Pass69,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,291 miles
    Test number
    652478067568
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail69,290 miles (+4,875)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,290 miles
    Test number
    208019781099
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewalls marked with chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine rear upper engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,415 miles (+806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,415 miles
    Test number
    893360712867
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box slightly corroded

  14. Pass63,609 miles (+7,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,609 miles
    Test number
    296347405431
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  15. Pass56,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,140 miles
    Test number
    574948215928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,140 miles (+2,787)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,140 miles
    Test number
    589774521053
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Fail53,353 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    837568904107
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass53,353 miles (+9,575)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    906118304154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,778 miles (+3,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,778 miles
    Test number
    804570340041
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  20. Pass40,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,626 miles
    Test number
    333483388124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 MXB

Does LM05 MXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 MXB is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM05 MXB?
The MOT on LM05 MXB is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 MXB done?
LM05 MXB was recorded at 96,671 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 3,212 miles a year.
Has LM05 MXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 MXB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LM05 MXB 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 MXB find?
LM05 MXB passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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