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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LR04 HCNMOT history

LR04 HCN is a black petrol MINI first used on 9 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 138,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LR04 HCN black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
138,982 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR04 HCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR04 HCN was last recorded at 138,982 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 1,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,258 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,724 miles
Average per year
6,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,982 miles
  • 2024 – 137,258 miles
  • 2023 – 135,198 miles
  • 2022 – 132,831 miles
  • 2021 – 131,488 miles
  • 2020 – 130,434 miles
  • 2019 – 127,636 miles
  • 2018 – 125,156 miles
  • 2017 – 113,861 miles
  • 2016 – 102,497 miles
  • 2015 – 94,061 miles
  • 2014 – 79,134 miles
  • 2013 – 71,814 miles
  • 2011 – 60,888 miles
  • 2010 – 48,408 miles
  • 2009 – 35,082 miles
  • 2008 – 27,715 miles
  • 2007 – 16,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,982 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion to floor pan
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber top mount slightly worn
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber top mount slightly worn
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,982 miles (+1,724)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    138,982 miles
    Test number
    300439640526
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Corrosion to floor pan
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber top mount slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber top mount slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass137,258 miles (+2,060)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,258 miles
    Test number
    601992105687
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,198 miles (+2,367)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    135,198 miles
    Test number
    163387677978
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,831 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,831 miles
    Test number
    653107616656
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail132,831 miles (+1,343)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,831 miles
    Test number
    636204998544
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,488 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,488 miles
    Test number
    468114021287
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,488 miles (+1,054)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,488 miles
    Test number
    224184455797
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,434 miles
    Test number
    683919256016
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail130,434 miles (+2,798)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,434 miles
    Test number
    134838993372
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass127,636 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,636 miles
    Test number
    771814681047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail127,613 miles (+2,457)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,613 miles
    Test number
    140279579390
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass125,156 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    125,156 miles
    Test number
    307761797508
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens getting poor offside and nearside.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres offside and nearside smooth and out of shape inside edges of tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail125,156 miles (+11,295)1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,156 miles
    Test number
    246539433313
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres offside and nearside smooth and out of shape inside edges of tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass113,861 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,861 miles
    Test number
    989192438386
    • AdvisoryFront offside and nearside tyres nearly smooth inside edges of tread and slightly out of shape.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail113,855 miles (+11,358)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,855 miles
    Test number
    738101685410
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront offside and nearside tyres nearly smooth inside edges of tread and slightly out of shape.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass102,497 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    102,497 miles
    Test number
    147745816140
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Rear of both front to rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail102,497 miles (+8,436)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,497 miles
    Test number
    555357204110
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Rear of both front to rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly out of shape and smooth inside edge of tread.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass94,061 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,061 miles
    Test number
    125487045460
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteLight corrosion to rear offside and nearside inner sills,rear centre floor.

  19. Fail94,061 miles (+14,927)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,061 miles
    Test number
    417647345010
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteLight corrosion to rear offside and nearside inner sills,rear centre floor.

  20. Pass79,134 miles (+7,320)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,134 miles
    Test number
    898341444070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,814 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,814 miles
    Test number
    108857503425
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass71,814 miles (+10,926)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    71,814 miles
    Test number
    545767303000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,888 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,888 miles
    Test number
    386906831336
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slight binding

  24. Fail60,888 miles (+12,480)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,888 miles
    Test number
    496956031445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slight binding

  25. Pass48,408 miles (+2,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,408 miles
    Test number
    844291340353
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,972 miles (+10,890)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,972 miles
    Test number
    242164830112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,082 miles (+7,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,082 miles
    Test number
    473976539173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass27,715 miles (+10,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    872770648137
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass16,874 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,874 miles
    Test number
    742187137169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail16,175 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,175 miles
    Test number
    821762967097
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  31. Pass16,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,175 miles
    Test number
    863672067007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR04 HCN

Does LR04 HCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR04 HCN is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR04 HCN?
The MOT on LR04 HCN is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR04 HCN done?
LR04 HCN was recorded at 138,982 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 6,561 miles a year.
Has LR04 HCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR04 HCN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LR04 HCN 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 HCN find?
LR04 HCN passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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