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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LO04 SHVMOT history

LO04 SHV is a purple petrol MINI first used on 18 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LO04 SHV purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
111,891 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 SHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 SHV was last recorded at 111,891 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,898 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,993 miles
Average per year
2,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,891 miles
  • 2025 – 109,898 miles
  • 2024 – 107,847 miles
  • 2023 – 105,221 miles
  • 2022 – 100,615 miles
  • 2021 – 97,885 miles
  • 2020 – 96,421 miles
  • 2019 – 93,937 miles
  • 2018 – 89,648 miles
  • 2017 – 89,005 miles
  • 2016 – 87,892 miles
  • 2015 – 83,314 miles
  • 2014 – 80,397 miles
  • 2013 – 77,902 miles
  • 2011 – 75,809 miles
  • 2010 – 74,801 miles
  • 2009 – 67,104 miles
  • 2008 – 59,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,891 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryLens cover missing from offside rear registration lamp

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage small leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,891 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    111,891 miles
    Test number
    866350378000
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLens cover missing from offside rear registration lamp

  2. Fail111,891 miles (+1,993)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,891 miles
    Test number
    324322219220
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLens cover missing from offside rear registration lamp

  3. Pass109,898 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    109,898 miles
    Test number
    544783472109
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail109,873 miles (+2,026)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,873 miles
    Test number
    117505964491
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass107,847 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,847 miles
    Test number
    915681020228
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage small leak (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail107,832 miles (+2,611)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,832 miles
    Test number
    995355503037
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage small leak (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass105,221 miles (+4,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,221 miles
    Test number
    236473937376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass100,615 miles (+2,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,615 miles
    Test number
    669141462522
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass97,885 miles (+1,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,885 miles
    Test number
    412024671580
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust blow

  10. Pass96,421 miles (+2,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,421 miles
    Test number
    830970264397
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass93,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,937 miles
    Test number
    499820309518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,937 miles (+4,289)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,937 miles
    Test number
    143893961554
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass89,648 miles (+643)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,648 miles
    Test number
    339151516084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,005 miles (+1,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,005 miles
    Test number
    317212521394
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass87,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,892 miles
    Test number
    434482224278
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail87,892 miles (+4,578)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,892 miles
    Test number
    178619240576
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass83,314 miles (+2,917)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,314 miles
    Test number
    135945345407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,397 miles (+2,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,397 miles
    Test number
    465249234032
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail77,902 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,902 miles
    Test number
    537153233002
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass77,902 miles (+2,093)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,902 miles
    Test number
    735023633048
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass75,809 miles (+1,008)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    75,809 miles
    Test number
    516112071231
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass74,801 miles (+7,697)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,801 miles
    Test number
    263009640299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteWindscreen washers only just clear screen

  23. Pass67,104 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    790190359238
    • NoteREAR SILENCER EXCESSIVILY CORRODED

  24. Fail67,104 miles (+7,126)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    824520859243
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteREAR SILENCER EXCESSIVILY CORRODED

  25. Pass59,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    293887208249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,977 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    480307108241
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LO04 SHV

Does LO04 SHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 SHV is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 SHV?
The MOT on LO04 SHV is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 SHV done?
LO04 SHV was recorded at 111,891 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,850 miles a year.
Has LO04 SHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 SHV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LO04 SHV 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 SHV find?
LO04 SHV passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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