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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM54 AUFMOT history

LM54 AUF is a black petrol MINI first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2024.

LM54 AUF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2025
Mileage
84,899 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 AUF was last recorded at 84,899 miles on 18 Jan 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,893 miles · 11 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 84,899 miles
  • 2023 – 82,242 miles
  • 2022 – 82,242 miles
  • 2021 – 78,741 miles
  • 2020 – 77,841 miles
  • 2019 – 74,553 miles
  • 2018 – 69,496 miles
  • 2017 – 64,119 miles
  • 2016 – 59,287 miles
  • 2015 – 55,498 miles
  • 2014 – 51,937 miles
  • 2013 – 48,855 miles
  • 2012 – 45,454 miles
  • 2011 – 41,307 miles
  • 2010 – 34,468 miles
  • 2009 – 24,013 miles
  • 2007 – 16,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,899 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,899 miles (+6)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,899 miles
    Test number
    382341011520
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail84,893 miles (+2,651)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,893 miles
    Test number
    953606349610
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass82,242 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,242 miles
    Test number
    119131786795
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail82,242 miles1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,242 miles
    Test number
    699893823113
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail82,242 miles (+3,501)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,242 miles
    Test number
    713216197980
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside suspension
    • AdvisorySlight bind on the offside rear
  6. Pass78,741 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,741 miles
    Test number
    761501093985
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Fail78,676 miles (+835)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    207494469708
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass77,841 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,841 miles
    Test number
    459324544095
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Fail77,841 miles (+3,288)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,841 miles
    Test number
    336454586811
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass74,553 miles (+5,057)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,553 miles
    Test number
    592659792646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    69,496 miles
    Test number
    844129745457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,496 miles (+5,377)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,496 miles
    Test number
    937122848020
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  13. Pass64,119 miles (+4,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,119 miles
    Test number
    486066660019
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover Fitted Under Tray Fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass59,287 miles (+3,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    892578088380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass55,498 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,498 miles
    Test number
    558871405151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Fail55,497 miles (+3,560)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,497 miles
    Test number
    865471505106
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass51,937 miles (+3,082)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,937 miles
    Test number
    756068614131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,855 miles (+3,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,855 miles
    Test number
    407877713130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  19. Pass45,454 miles (+4,147)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,454 miles
    Test number
    147199422131
    • NoteN/S REAR BRAKE-DISC IS EXCESSIVELY CORRODED, SCORED, WORN & LIPPED..
    • NoteOIL-LEAK NOTED.,,,,,,,,,,,,,(source unknown),,,,,,Thanx.
    • NoteREAR SILENCER HAS ROTTED.
  20. Pass41,307 miles (+6,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,307 miles
    Test number
    765400531131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass34,468 miles (+10,455)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,468 miles
    Test number
    563222420031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,013 miles (+8,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,013 miles
    Test number
    514710539052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass16,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,010 miles
    Test number
    404775827352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 AUF

Does LM54 AUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 AUF expired on 17 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AUF?
The MOT on LM54 AUF expired on 17 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 AUF done?
LM54 AUF was recorded at 84,899 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2024, an average of 4,263 miles a year.
Has LM54 AUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AUF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 AUF 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 AUF find?
LM54 AUF passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged, and 2 more.

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