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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR03 HGUMOT history

LR03 HGU is a red petrol MINI first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 121,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2024.

LR03 HGU red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
121,288 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2024
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HGU was last recorded at 121,288 miles on 15 Jun 2024, 4,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,464 miles · 14 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,824 miles
Average per year
4,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,288 miles
  • 2023 – 116,464 miles
  • 2022 – 111,522 miles
  • 2021 – 105,069 miles
  • 2020 – 100,540 miles
  • 2019 – 94,566 miles
  • 2018 – 88,781 miles
  • 2017 – 86,799 miles
  • 2016 – 84,301 miles
  • 2015 – 80,497 miles
  • 2014 – 75,275 miles
  • 2013 – 72,667 miles
  • 2012 – 69,390 miles
  • 2011 – 66,527 miles
  • 2010 – 63,423 miles
  • 2009 – 58,567 miles
  • 2008 – 50,728 miles
  • 2007 – 43,965 miles
  • 2006 – 33,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,288 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are out of shape and perished slightly
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp unit, outer lens is damaged but with no effect on light output

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel cap seal splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,288 miles (+4,824)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,288 miles
    Test number
    244214983092
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are out of shape and perished slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp unit, outer lens is damaged but with no effect on light output

  2. Pass116,464 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,464 miles
    Test number
    847469257398
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty causing main beam to come on and stay on when turning right (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens damaged

  3. Fail116,460 miles (+4,938)3 major2 repaired4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,460 miles
    Test number
    703022075068
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded feed to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded feed to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty causing main beam to come on and stay on when turning right (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens damaged

  4. Pass111,522 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,522 miles
    Test number
    478859930113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,435 miles (+6,366)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,435 miles
    Test number
    812275804665
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (4.7.2 (a))

  6. Pass105,069 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,069 miles
    Test number
    233478486092
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Fail105,066 miles (+4,526)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,066 miles
    Test number
    203170091159
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing Fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot insecure and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes have slight pitting (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryMudguard insecure N/S/F inner arch liner fouling suspension leg
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Both ABS and Brake pad sensor cables hanging down/insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Both rear silence mounts (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass100,540 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,540 miles
    Test number
    172948673948
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail100,533 miles (+5,967)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,533 miles
    Test number
    345692508530
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative n/s working but o/s ios obliogatory (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass94,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    94,566 miles
    Test number
    261285277853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,566 miles (+5,785)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,566 miles
    Test number
    265995558130
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass88,781 miles (+1,982)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,781 miles
    Test number
    355619387580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,799 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,799 miles
    Test number
    366687662253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail86,798 miles (+2,497)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,798 miles
    Test number
    253475130064
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass84,301 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,301 miles
    Test number
    611809501441
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting

  16. Fail84,286 miles (+3,789)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    149130256045
    • FailureBrake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working cover is missing as well (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal splitting

  17. Pass80,497 miles (+5,222)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,497 miles
    Test number
    316750265153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass75,275 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,275 miles
    Test number
    439818484164
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail75,261 miles (+2,594)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,261 miles
    Test number
    375215884197
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass72,667 miles (+3,277)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,667 miles
    Test number
    379540623423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass69,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    69,390 miles
    Test number
    176012542231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,390 miles (+2,863)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,390 miles
    Test number
    619142742228
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass66,527 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    869066841255
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Fail66,527 miles (+3,104)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    896306941280
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass63,423 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,423 miles
    Test number
    761749940210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    214660459126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,567 miles (+7,839)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    801720959164
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass50,728 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,728 miles
    Test number
    511770638105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Fail50,728 miles (+6,763)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,728 miles
    Test number
    641920138105
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  30. Pass43,965 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,965 miles
    Test number
    462685747133
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted
    • NoteWear front discs

  31. Fail43,965 miles (+10,017)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,965 miles
    Test number
    501625447145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted
    • NoteWear front discs

  32. Pass33,948 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,948 miles
    Test number
    963139886076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePad warning light on

Questions about LR03 HGU

Does LR03 HGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HGU expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HGU?
The MOT on LR03 HGU expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HGU done?
LR03 HGU was recorded at 121,288 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2024, an average of 4,796 miles a year.
Has LR03 HGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HGU has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 HGU 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 HGU find?
LR03 HGU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both rear tyres are out of shape and perished slightly, and 3 more.

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