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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LO04 EPDMOT history

LO04 EPD is a black petrol MINI first used on 26 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LO04 EPD black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
108,211 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 EPD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 EPD was last recorded at 108,211 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,345 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
866 miles
Average per year
4,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,211 miles
  • 2025 – 107,345 miles
  • 2024 – 106,189 miles
  • 2023 – 105,218 miles
  • 2022 – 103,954 miles
  • 2021 – 102,789 miles
  • 2019 – 102,136 miles
  • 2018 – 101,298 miles
  • 2017 – 99,296 miles
  • 2016 – 97,256 miles
  • 2015 – 95,839 miles
  • 2014 – 86,373 miles
  • 2013 – 76,389 miles
  • 2012 – 66,974 miles
  • 2011 – 56,460 miles
  • 2010 – 47,328 miles
  • 2009 – 43,877 miles
  • 2008 – 36,639 miles
  • 2007 – 24,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,211 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Fuel cap seal starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,211 miles (+866)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    108,211 miles
    Test number
    479330252029
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded
  2. Pass107,345 miles (+1,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,345 miles
    Test number
    998258103148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
  3. Pass106,189 miles (+971)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    106,189 miles
    Test number
    287892673709
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perishing
  4. Pass105,218 miles (+1,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    105,218 miles
    Test number
    726264374599
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass103,954 miles (+1,165)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,954 miles
    Test number
    171635730007
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on pads ok
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  6. Pass102,789 miles (+653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    102,789 miles
    Test number
    702449589387
    • AdvisorySlight cracks in fuel cap seal
  7. Pass102,136 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,136 miles
    Test number
    609498515881
    • AdvisoryBrake pad sensor light on pads ok
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Fail102,136 miles (+838)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,136 miles
    Test number
    852475163096
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad sensor light on pads ok
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  9. Pass101,298 miles (+1,222)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,298 miles
    Test number
    223179619561
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryPresenter adviced
  10. Pass100,076 miles (+780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,076 miles
    Test number
    898289799036
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  11. Pass99,296 miles (+2,040)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,296 miles
    Test number
    676119258122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
  12. Pass97,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,256 miles
    Test number
    673073248383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,256 miles (+1,417)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,256 miles
    Test number
    405467336022
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  14. Pass95,839 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    248054625093
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to crack
  15. Fail95,839 miles (+9,466)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    986304325042
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to crack
  16. Pass86,373 miles (+9,984)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,373 miles
    Test number
    189691914482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
  17. Pass76,389 miles (+9,415)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,389 miles
    Test number
    748226923010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteO/S window not operating
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Fail66,974 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,974 miles
    Test number
    237923312008
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal deteriorating
  19. Pass66,974 miles (+10,514)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,974 miles
    Test number
    998643912087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal deteriorating
  20. Pass56,460 miles (+9,132)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,460 miles
    Test number
    188227911087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,328 miles (+3,451)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,328 miles
    Test number
    373586810012
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  22. Pass43,877 miles (+7,238)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,877 miles
    Test number
    803594929045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,639 miles (+12,281)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,639 miles
    Test number
    800260438090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,358 miles
    Test number
    164850137427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 EPD

Does LO04 EPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 EPD is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 EPD?
The MOT on LO04 EPD is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 EPD done?
LO04 EPD was recorded at 108,211 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 4,297 miles a year.
Has LO04 EPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 EPD has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LO04 EPD 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 LO04 EPD find?
LO04 EPD passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust box corroded.

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