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Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 EHJMOT history

LR05 EHJ is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LR05 EHJ yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,321 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 EHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 EHJ was last recorded at 120,321 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,321 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,321 miles
  • 2025 – 118,134 miles
  • 2024 – 115,393 miles
  • 2023 – 108,741 miles
  • 2022 – 99,511 miles
  • 2021 – 97,670 miles
  • 2020 – 91,536 miles
  • 2018 – 89,380 miles
  • 2017 – 82,301 miles
  • 2016 – 75,687 miles
  • 2014 – 67,911 miles
  • 2013 – 59,241 miles
  • 2012 – 52,904 miles
  • 2011 – 46,441 miles
  • 2010 – 39,907 miles
  • 2009 – 35,187 miles
  • 2008 – 30,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,321 miles
  • 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 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,321 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,321 miles
    Test number
    646269585753
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail120,321 miles (+2,187)1 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,321 miles
    Test number
    196894440577
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,134 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    118,134 miles
    Test number
    283086568828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts are corroded and scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine is covered in oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs are corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks are heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres are cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail118,129 miles (+2,736)2 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,129 miles
    Test number
    768855431265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face of brake discs is excessively corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face of brake discs is excessively corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam imaged, lense clouded. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam imaged, lense clouded. (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts are corroded and scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine is covered in oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs are corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both shocks are heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres are cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,393 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,393 miles
    Test number
    639266061247
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail115,393 miles (+6,652)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,393 miles
    Test number
    546942719694
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass108,741 miles (+178)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,741 miles
    Test number
    614150764035
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail108,563 miles (+9,052)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,563 miles
    Test number
    303670704062
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass99,511 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,511 miles
    Test number
    163876059290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,670 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,670 miles
    Test number
    331848501612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexie

  11. Fail97,652 miles (+6,116)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,652 miles
    Test number
    999862938517
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBottom engine mount
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexie

  12. Pass91,536 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,536 miles
    Test number
    572365755526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,456 miles (+2,076)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,456 miles
    Test number
    821140590011
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light working.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust blow corroded.
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on.

  14. Pass89,380 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,380 miles
    Test number
    508693273023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,378 miles (+7,077)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,378 miles
    Test number
    945423097584
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass82,301 miles (+6,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    545484317359
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure

  17. Pass75,687 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,687 miles
    Test number
    192687670190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joint on O/S

  18. Fail75,686 miles (+7,775)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,686 miles
    Test number
    235062783891
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joint on O/S

  19. Pass67,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,911 miles
    Test number
    427649404420
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail67,911 miles (+8,670)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,911 miles
    Test number
    418169304406
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass59,241 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,241 miles
    Test number
    335172323128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail59,226 miles (+6,322)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,226 miles
    Test number
    837631123152
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  23. Pass52,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,904 miles
    Test number
    926076412173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,904 miles (+6,463)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,904 miles
    Test number
    437736812135
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteTyre warning light on

  25. Fail46,441 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,441 miles
    Test number
    798702001161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll brake discs worn
    • NoteGear linkages sticky

  26. Pass46,441 miles (+6,534)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,441 miles
    Test number
    929722301146
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll brake discs worn
    • NoteGear linkages sticky

  27. Pass39,907 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,907 miles
    Test number
    211059190035
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  28. Fail39,907 miles (+4,720)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,907 miles
    Test number
    120658090018
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  29. Pass35,187 miles (+4,607)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,187 miles
    Test number
    271849299058
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass30,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,580 miles
    Test number
    752185488060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 EHJ

Does LR05 EHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 EHJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 EHJ?
The MOT on LR05 EHJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 EHJ done?
LR05 EHJ was recorded at 120,321 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,906 miles a year.
Has LR05 EHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 EHJ has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 EHJ 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 LR05 EHJ find?
LR05 EHJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 8 more.

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