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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM54 FTCMOT history

LM54 FTC is a black petrol MINI first used on 2 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

LM54 FTC black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
74,346 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 FTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 FTC was last recorded at 74,346 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,515 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
831 miles
Average per year
2,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,346 miles
  • 2025 – 73,515 miles
  • 2024 – 71,984 miles
  • 2023 – 70,329 miles
  • 2022 – 66,483 miles
  • 2021 – 59,992 miles
  • 2020 – 55,661 miles
  • 2019 – 52,746 miles
  • 2018 – 49,191 miles
  • 2017 – 46,270 miles
  • 2016 – 41,974 miles
  • 2015 – 35,645 miles
  • 2014 – 33,955 miles
  • 2013 – 32,508 miles
  • 2012 – 30,951 miles
  • 2011 – 28,340 miles
  • 2010 – 26,255 miles
  • 2009 – 23,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,346 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Steel brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint steering rack damp (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,346 miles (+831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    379278236117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass73,515 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,515 miles
    Test number
    147574750525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,505 miles (+1,521)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,505 miles
    Test number
    107075794729
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,984 miles (+1,655)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,984 miles
    Test number
    190373810594
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s tie rod s/rack

  5. Pass70,329 miles (+3,846)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,329 miles
    Test number
    696677097469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,483 miles (+6,491)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,483 miles
    Test number
    435858826511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,992 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    845962680572
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misted (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail59,966 miles (+4,305)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,966 miles
    Test number
    105648768236
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear general underbody corossion

  9. Pass55,661 miles (+2,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    55,661 miles
    Test number
    535704034766
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass52,746 miles (+3,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    52,746 miles
    Test number
    936265923072
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes corroded

  11. Pass49,191 miles (+2,921)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,191 miles
    Test number
    982223544858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes corroded

  12. Pass46,270 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,270 miles
    Test number
    343406825881
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint steering rack damp (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryAll other steel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail46,270 miles (+4,296)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,270 miles
    Test number
    284922518621
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint steering rack damp (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryAll other steel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass41,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,974 miles
    Test number
    675776109185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,974 miles (+6,329)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,974 miles
    Test number
    179646988721
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass35,645 miles (+1,690)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,645 miles
    Test number
    206766165414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,955 miles
    Test number
    459101444211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,955 miles (+1,447)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,955 miles
    Test number
    988141244241
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass32,508 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,508 miles
    Test number
    738042633295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,951 miles (+2,611)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,951 miles
    Test number
    155009492100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,340 miles (+2,085)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,340 miles
    Test number
    879028231208
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Pass26,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,255 miles
    Test number
    901956040246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,255 miles (+2,266)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,255 miles
    Test number
    784115040279
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront Discs Scored

  24. Pass23,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,989 miles
    Test number
    491591209248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    110318028019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 FTC

Does LM54 FTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 FTC is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 FTC?
The MOT on LM54 FTC is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 FTC done?
LM54 FTC was recorded at 74,346 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 2,983 miles a year.
Has LM54 FTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 FTC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 FTC 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 FTC find?
LM54 FTC passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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