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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LM54 ANTMOT history

LM54 ANT is a blue petrol MINI first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 87,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

LM54 ANT blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
87,945 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ANT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ANT was last recorded at 87,945 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,941 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,945 miles
  • 2024 – 82,752 miles
  • 2023 – 79,736 miles
  • 2022 – 76,378 miles
  • 2021 – 74,831 miles
  • 2020 – 74,015 miles
  • 2019 – 73,558 miles
  • 2018 – 71,105 miles
  • 2017 – 57,679 miles
  • 2016 – 45,483 miles
  • 2015 – 44,973 miles
  • 2014 – 41,656 miles
  • 2013 – 38,321 miles
  • 2012 – 34,444 miles
  • 2011 – 29,436 miles
  • 2010 – 25,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,945 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Advise battery u/s requires new one flashing all lights on dash now and again

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Advise front to rear brake pipe /condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,945 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    87,945 miles
    Test number
    122123726187
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail87,941 miles (+5,189)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,941 miles
    Test number
    940141613133
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached x1 bolt almost fully unscrewed (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,752 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,752 miles
    Test number
    992994459002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall slightly damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake lines covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension height sensors corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heatshield loose but not likely to become detached.

  4. Fail82,752 miles (+3,016)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,752 miles
    Test number
    181353226836
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high nearside and offside aim to high. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall slightly damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake lines covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension height sensors corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heatshield loose but not likely to become detached.

  5. Pass79,736 miles (+380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,736 miles
    Test number
    244271023643
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,356 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,356 miles
    Test number
    488644910383
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  7. Fail79,354 miles (+2,976)1 dangerous1 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    181389090421
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail rubbed through on anti roll bar linkage (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  8. Pass76,378 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,378 miles
    Test number
    374067517453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,831 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,831 miles
    Test number
    336759821268
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail74,829 miles (+814)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,829 miles
    Test number
    903518501112
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass74,015 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,015 miles
    Test number
    712317065345
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail74,015 miles (+457)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,015 miles
    Test number
    600027239234
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass73,558 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,558 miles
    Test number
    865956122206
    • AdvisoryAdvise battery u/s requires new one flashing all lights on dash now and again
    • AdvisoryAdvise front to rear brake pipe /condition

  14. Fail73,543 miles (+2,438)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,543 miles
    Test number
    751993955144
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise battery u/s requires new one flashing all lights on dash now and again
    • AdvisoryAdvise front to rear brake pipe /condition

  15. Pass71,105 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    977537823632
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from bell housing between gearbox and engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail71,105 miles (+13,426)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    684626123350
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from bell housing between gearbox and engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass57,679 miles (+233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    932995070428
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front and rear components

  18. Fail57,446 miles (+11,963)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,446 miles
    Test number
    463652956828
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front and rear components

  19. Pass45,483 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,483 miles
    Test number
    419187471442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,414 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,414 miles
    Test number
    927087890020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscren cracked at top of screen but not in swept area

  21. Fail45,412 miles (+439)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,412 miles
    Test number
    277467425561
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded STRONG ADVISE (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscren cracked at top of screen but not in swept area

  22. Pass44,973 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,973 miles
    Test number
    129878045415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,968 miles (+3,312)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,968 miles
    Test number
    338080945099
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on both edges
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass41,656 miles (+3,335)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    528050194183
    • NoteDip stick broken
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inside edge,esp offside
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISE.Offside rear brake pipe corroded

  25. Pass38,321 miles (+3,877)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,321 miles
    Test number
    769822493176
    • NoteBack box corroded.
    • NoteBrake pipes have slight corrosion at flexis.

  26. Pass34,444 miles (+5,008)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,444 miles
    Test number
    939650902223
    • Note** STRONG ADVISE ** FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

  27. Pass29,436 miles (+3,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,436 miles
    Test number
    237043971107
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  28. Pass25,805 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,805 miles
    Test number
    953567890143
    • Note**STRONG ADVISE** BOTH FRONT TYRES BADLY WORN ON EDGES
    • NoteBoth rear discs pitted

Questions about LM54 ANT

Does LM54 ANT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 ANT is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ANT?
The MOT on LM54 ANT is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 ANT done?
LM54 ANT was recorded at 87,945 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 4,056 miles a year.
Has LM54 ANT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ANT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 ANT 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 LM54 ANT find?
LM54 ANT passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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