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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR03 EPXMOT history

LR03 EPX is a silver petrol MINI first used on 24 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 116,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LR03 EPX silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
116,122 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 EPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 EPX was last recorded at 116,122 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jan 2014: 84,014 miles, lower than 93,987 miles on 17 Jan 2014.
  • 28 Jun 2021: 104,615 miles, lower than 108,598 miles on 30 Jun 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,068 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
3,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,122 miles
  • 2024 – 111,740 miles
  • 2023 – 108,663 miles
  • 2022 – 106,496 miles
  • 2021 – 104,615 miles
  • 2020 – 108,598 miles
  • 2019 – 99,696 miles
  • 2018 – 96,889 miles
  • 2017 – 93,124 miles
  • 2016 – 90,063 miles
  • 2015 – 86,921 miles
  • 2014 – 84,014 miles
  • 2013 – 80,153 miles
  • 2011 – 76,625 miles
  • 2010 – 73,107 miles
  • 2009 – 68,179 miles
  • 2008 – 62,056 miles
  • 2007 – 53,824 miles
  • 2006 – 44,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,122 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,122 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,122 miles
    Test number
    404475931964
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,068 miles (+4,328)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,068 miles
    Test number
    499150077765
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,740 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,740 miles
    Test number
    975939203056
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  4. Fail111,740 miles (+3,077)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,740 miles
    Test number
    573825923280
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  5. Pass108,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,663 miles
    Test number
    943969196280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,663 miles (+5)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,663 miles
    Test number
    625766663210
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,658 miles (+2,162)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,658 miles
    Test number
    302178327308
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (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 = 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass106,496 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    165732434160
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (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 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail106,496 miles5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    720857553369
    • MajorDriver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear mounts (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (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 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail106,496 miles (+1,881)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    453470273379
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear mounts (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (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 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass104,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,615 miles
    Test number
    437278011856
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Both rear upper (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail104,615 miles (-3,983)2 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,615 miles
    Test number
    541794373683
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousHeadlamp main beam operates incorrectly. operates when direction indicators operated!
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Both rear upper (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass108,598 miles (+8,902)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    108,598 miles
    Test number
    848401527735
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass99,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,696 miles
    Test number
    831668767303
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail99,696 miles (+2,807)3 major3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,696 miles
    Test number
    703227551020
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass96,889 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,889 miles
    Test number
    304669519393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail96,889 miles (+3,765)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,889 miles
    Test number
    415247952427
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass93,124 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,124 miles
    Test number
    272787231694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,063 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    90,063 miles
    Test number
    551893957789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,921 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    86,921 miles
    Test number
    818256815051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,014 miles (-9,973)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,014 miles
    Test number
    558748214066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split

  22. Fail93,987 miles (+13,834)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,987 miles
    Test number
    326687414014
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split

  23. Pass80,153 miles (+17)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,153 miles
    Test number
    107011913078
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front (195/55/16) Tyre wearing out of shape
    • NoteOffside rear (195/55/16) Tyre perished and starting to split
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  24. Fail80,136 miles (+3,511)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,136 miles
    Test number
    577214403047
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front (195/55/16) Tyre wearing out of shape
    • NoteOffside rear (195/55/16) Tyre perished and starting to split
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  25. Fail76,625 miles2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,625 miles
    Test number
    376134051350
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer is secured with a chain

  26. Pass76,625 miles (+3,518)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    76,625 miles
    Test number
    829804551358
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer is secured with a chain

  27. Pass73,107 miles (+4,928)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    493002880136
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear wiper blade in poor condition

  28. Pass68,179 miles (+6,123)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,179 miles
    Test number
    623045259158
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted nsf
    • NoteRear exhaust mount broke alternative made

  29. Pass62,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,056 miles
    Test number
    592600558130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail62,056 miles (+8,232)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,056 miles
    Test number
    531949348152
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass53,824 miles (+9,642)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,824 miles
    Test number
    470443647126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass44,182 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    44,182 miles
    Test number
    981288096023
    • 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)

Questions about LR03 EPX

Does LR03 EPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 EPX expired on 27 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 EPX?
The MOT on LR03 EPX expired on 27 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 EPX done?
LR03 EPX was recorded at 116,122 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 3,679 miles a year.
Has LR03 EPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 EPX has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR03 EPX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 EPX find?
LR03 EPX passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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