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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM54 OLJMOT history

LM54 OLJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 42,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

LM54 OLJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
42,363 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 OLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 OLJ was last recorded at 42,363 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,095 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
268 miles
Average per year
1,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,363 miles
  • 2024 – 37,713 miles
  • 2023 – 35,431 miles
  • 2022 – 33,673 miles
  • 2021 – 32,240 miles
  • 2020 – 31,045 miles
  • 2019 – 30,019 miles
  • 2018 – 29,122 miles
  • 2017 – 28,380 miles
  • 2016 – 26,838 miles
  • 2015 – 25,632 miles
  • 2014 – 24,572 miles
  • 2013 – 22,556 miles
  • 2012 – 20,282 miles
  • 2011 – 16,177 miles
  • 2010 – 14,405 miles
  • 2009 – 13,402 miles
  • 2008 – 12,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,363 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 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear silencer outer skins corroded away.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front metal brake pipes corroded as marked.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust is badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Engine management light is on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,363 miles (+268)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    42,363 miles
    Test number
    568059189229
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail42,095 miles (+4,382)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,095 miles
    Test number
    153075135666
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (rear silencer) (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass37,713 miles (+2,282)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    37,713 miles
    Test number
    525893752374
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass35,431 miles (+1,758)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    35,431 miles
    Test number
    353994186282
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective nearside & offside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing rubber perishing
    • AdvisoryMoisture at steering rack

  5. Pass33,673 miles (+1,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    33,673 miles
    Test number
    864750071888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside headlight lens' weathered
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  6. Pass32,240 miles (+1,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    32,240 miles
    Test number
    871463665239
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake light not working .
    • AdvisoryClutch rattle .
    • AdvisoryCoolant level is low .
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded .

  7. Pass31,045 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    31,045 miles
    Test number
    237908890396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skins corroded away.

  8. Fail31,040 miles (+1,021)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,040 miles
    Test number
    124496820101
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush splitting apart (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush splitting apart (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak bottle empty
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skins corroded away.

  9. Pass30,019 miles (+897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    30,019 miles
    Test number
    292991999599
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front metal brake pipes are corroded ( as marked ).

  10. Pass29,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    29,122 miles
    Test number
    865057935594
    • AdvisoryBoth front metal brake pipes corroded as marked.
    • AdvisoryExhaust is badly corroded

  11. Fail29,122 miles (+742)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,122 miles
    Test number
    108341004324
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front metal brake pipes corroded as marked.
    • AdvisoryExhaust is badly corroded

  12. Pass28,380 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    28,380 miles
    Test number
    400438200182
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  13. Fail28,380 miles (+1,542)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,380 miles
    Test number
    317381804069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  14. Pass26,838 miles (+1,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    26,838 miles
    Test number
    702801884132
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  15. Pass25,632 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    25,632 miles
    Test number
    557276060880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,572 miles (+2,016)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,572 miles
    Test number
    388576054428
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass22,556 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,556 miles
    Test number
    769154653219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    20,282 miles
    Test number
    699627852255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,282 miles (+4,105)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,282 miles
    Test number
    777536452248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Fail16,177 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,177 miles
    Test number
    275195651227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass16,177 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    16,177 miles
    Test number
    417085851261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,405 miles (+1,003)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    14,405 miles
    Test number
    843129280111
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear wiper worn

  23. Pass13,402 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,402 miles
    Test number
    700641799135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,343 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    12,343 miles
    Test number
    633246238078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail12,316 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,316 miles
    Test number
    742822228018
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM54 OLJ

Does LM54 OLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 OLJ is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM54 OLJ?
The MOT on LM54 OLJ is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 OLJ done?
LM54 OLJ was recorded at 42,363 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 1,691 miles a year.
Has LM54 OLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 OLJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 OLJ 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 OLJ find?
LM54 OLJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; power steering component has slight seepage from a component, and 1 more.

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