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Green · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM54 VCNMOT history

LM54 VCN is a green petrol MINI first used on 31 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

LM54 VCN green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
67,103 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 VCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 VCN was last recorded at 67,103 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 1,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,608 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,495 miles
Average per year
2,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,103 miles
  • 2025 – 65,608 miles
  • 2024 – 62,776 miles
  • 2023 – 60,744 miles
  • 2022 – 58,377 miles
  • 2021 – 57,009 miles
  • 2020 – 51,614 miles
  • 2019 – 50,114 miles
  • 2018 – 48,309 miles
  • 2017 – 43,327 miles
  • 2016 – 32,643 miles
  • 2015 – 26,436 miles
  • 2014 – 24,704 miles
  • 2013 – 23,089 miles
  • 2012 – 21,689 miles
  • 2011 – 20,541 miles
  • 2010 – 18,633 miles
  • 2009 – 16,107 miles
  • 2008 – 13,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,103 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,103 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    67,103 miles
    Test number
    156549415431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail67,103 miles (+1,495)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,103 miles
    Test number
    653386775259
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass65,608 miles (+2,832)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    65,608 miles
    Test number
    298569225262
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass62,776 miles (+2,032)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    62,776 miles
    Test number
    528527814363
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass60,744 miles (+2,367)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    60,744 miles
    Test number
    415322517839
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass58,377 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    58,377 miles
    Test number
    361940538726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,009 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    57,009 miles
    Test number
    574372104685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,250 miles (+2,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,250 miles
    Test number
    560788211970
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  9. Pass51,614 miles (+1,500)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,614 miles
    Test number
    401477247248
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine has oil leak round oil sump but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass50,114 miles (+1,805)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,114 miles
    Test number
    828620455592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  11. Pass48,309 miles (+4,982)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    48,309 miles
    Test number
    449629166849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  12. Pass43,327 miles (+10,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,327 miles
    Test number
    526150896840
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer bracket broken
  13. Pass32,643 miles (+6,207)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,643 miles
    Test number
    158972977991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,436 miles (+1,732)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    26,436 miles
    Test number
    295169115047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass24,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    24,704 miles
    Test number
    116620824466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,704 miles (+1,615)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,704 miles
    Test number
    217760024043
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  17. Pass23,089 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    23,089 miles
    Test number
    149596513094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine light on
  18. Fail23,089 miles (+1,400)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,089 miles
    Test number
    818796413058
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine light on
  19. Pass21,689 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    21,689 miles
    Test number
    906719612065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,541 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    20,541 miles
    Test number
    715954821044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    18,633 miles
    Test number
    360191820077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  22. Fail18,633 miles (+2,526)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,633 miles
    Test number
    652890420051
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  23. Pass16,107 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    16,107 miles
    Test number
    940033419094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    13,121 miles
    Test number
    620066718060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 VCN

Does LM54 VCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 VCN is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 VCN?
The MOT on LM54 VCN is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 VCN done?
LM54 VCN was recorded at 67,103 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,924 miles a year.
Has LM54 VCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 VCN has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 VCN 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 VCN find?
LM54 VCN passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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