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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR03 AEYMOT history

LR03 AEY is a black petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 135,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

LR03 AEY black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2022
Mileage
135,297 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 AEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 AEY was last recorded at 135,297 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,297 miles · 9 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 135,297 miles
  • 2020 – 129,918 miles
  • 2019 – 125,321 miles
  • 2018 – 120,491 miles
  • 2017 – 116,379 miles
  • 2016 – 113,745 miles
  • 2015 – 94,981 miles
  • 2014 – 87,530 miles
  • 2013 – 82,431 miles
  • 2012 – 75,753 miles
  • 2011 – 65,060 miles
  • 2009 – 55,512 miles
  • 2008 – 54,572 miles
  • 2007 – 47,391 miles
  • 2006 – 39,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,297 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,297 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,297 miles
    Test number
    596912654519
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,297 miles (+5,379)1 dangerous5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,297 miles
    Test number
    325798274041
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,918 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,918 miles
    Test number
    359059958371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Fail129,911 miles (+4,590)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,911 miles
    Test number
    997445622682
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Pass125,321 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,321 miles
    Test number
    958034382071
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail125,320 miles (+4,829)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,320 miles
    Test number
    648084954802
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,491 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,491 miles
    Test number
    344144132552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail120,489 miles (+4,110)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,489 miles
    Test number
    215248454612
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass116,379 miles (+2,634)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,379 miles
    Test number
    147275816458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,745 miles (+222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    243783932906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail113,523 miles (+18,542)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,523 miles
    Test number
    777146640275
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass94,981 miles (+2,295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,981 miles
    Test number
    766841298403
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass92,686 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    92,686 miles
    Test number
    528726655031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail92,683 miles (+5,153)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,683 miles
    Test number
    235991845044
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass87,530 miles (+5,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    87,530 miles
    Test number
    156628414436
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass82,431 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,431 miles
    Test number
    796105343084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOsr tyre slightly out of shape

  17. Fail82,431 miles (+12)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,431 miles
    Test number
    819695543086
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOsr tyre slightly out of shape

  18. Fail82,419 miles (+6,666)2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,419 miles
    Test number
    346893543063
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteFront side windows heavily tinted

  19. Pass75,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    966422642070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,753 miles (+10,693)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    807701542002
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass65,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,060 miles
    Test number
    985025421079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,060 miles (+9,548)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,060 miles
    Test number
    325784321052
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass55,512 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,512 miles
    Test number
    152728009349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail55,512 miles (+940)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,512 miles
    Test number
    370868009375
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass54,572 miles (+7,181)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,572 miles
    Test number
    684251598259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,391 miles (+8,058)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,391 miles
    Test number
    803158217320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,333 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,333 miles
    Test number
    912292676246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail39,330 miles (+1,189)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,330 miles
    Test number
    961630176285
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass38,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,141 miles
    Test number
    873510176109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 AEY

Does LR03 AEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 AEY expired on 13 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 AEY?
The MOT on LR03 AEY expired on 13 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 AEY done?
LR03 AEY was recorded at 135,297 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 6,277 miles a year.
Has LR03 AEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 AEY has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR03 AEY 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 LR03 AEY find?
LR03 AEY passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 4 more.

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