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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LR04 CFJMOT history

LR04 CFJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 5 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 80,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LR04 CFJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,165 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR04 CFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR04 CFJ was last recorded at 80,165 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 3,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,909 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,256 miles
Average per year
3,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,165 miles
  • 2025 – 76,909 miles
  • 2024 – 75,128 miles
  • 2023 – 72,951 miles
  • 2022 – 71,201 miles
  • 2021 – 69,611 miles
  • 2020 – 69,170 miles
  • 2019 – 66,829 miles
  • 2018 – 66,273 miles
  • 2017 – 65,518 miles
  • 2016 – 64,188 miles
  • 2015 – 62,911 miles
  • 2014 – 60,769 miles
  • 2013 – 59,184 miles
  • 2012 – 57,565 miles
  • 2011 – 51,369 miles
  • 2010 – 42,854 miles
  • 2008 – 33,478 miles
  • 2007 – 22,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,165 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,165 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,165 miles
    Test number
    293430806942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,909 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,909 miles
    Test number
    158416211944
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail76,894 miles (+1,766)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,894 miles
    Test number
    485256549138
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,128 miles (+8)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    75,128 miles
    Test number
    664088796662
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth Brake pedal anti-slip wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust backbox outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail75,120 miles (+2,169)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,120 miles
    Test number
    722938327542
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth Brake pedal anti-slip wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust backbox outer skin corroding

  6. Pass72,951 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    868047129405
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir hose (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front too rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  7. Fail72,951 miles (+1,750)8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    994330849348
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir hose (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front too rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryUnable too check front windscreen wipers properly due to insufficient fluid in windscreen washers

  8. Pass71,201 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    71,201 miles
    Test number
    691781164366
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipes to reservoir. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight binding on brakes.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail71,201 miles (+1,590)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,201 miles
    Test number
    359124843379
    • MajorCentral Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipes to reservoir. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight binding on brakes.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass69,611 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    69,611 miles
    Test number
    565940207956
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWear on foot brake pedal anti-slip pad.

  11. Fail69,611 miles (+441)1 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,611 miles
    Test number
    269756090196
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in wheel arch to hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWear on foot brake pedal anti-slip pad.

  12. Pass69,170 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,170 miles
    Test number
    527391008999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    861437800465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,829 miles (+556)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    592829799512
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass66,273 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    864232315103
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint at steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  16. Fail66,273 miles (+755)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,273 miles
    Test number
    807454699358
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint at steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryTpm light on

  17. Pass65,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,518 miles
    Test number
    481844818925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,518 miles (+1,330)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,518 miles
    Test number
    590393784224
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass64,188 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,188 miles
    Test number
    140187972379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,911 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,911 miles
    Test number
    687353645001
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine light on

  21. Fail62,911 miles (+2,142)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,911 miles
    Test number
    676853845006
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine light on

  22. Pass60,769 miles (+1,585)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,769 miles
    Test number
    549155944099
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass59,184 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,184 miles
    Test number
    976750543088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,565 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,565 miles
    Test number
    495718842071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,369 miles (+8,515)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,369 miles
    Test number
    138285751400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inside edge

  26. Pass42,854 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    42,854 miles
    Test number
    191164700061
    • AdvisoryCentre Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on inside edge

  27. Fail42,854 miles (+9,376)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,854 miles
    Test number
    984734400085
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on inside edge

  28. Pass33,478 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,478 miles
    Test number
    800693688206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,462 miles (+11,272)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,462 miles
    Test number
    761601888274
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass22,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,190 miles
    Test number
    190834167474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR04 CFJ

Does LR04 CFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR04 CFJ is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR04 CFJ?
The MOT on LR04 CFJ is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR04 CFJ done?
LR04 CFJ was recorded at 80,165 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 3,055 miles a year.
Has LR04 CFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR04 CFJ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR04 CFJ 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 LR04 CFJ find?
LR04 CFJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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