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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 EPDMOT history

LR05 EPD is a blue petrol MINI first used on 23 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LR05 EPD blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,742 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 EPD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 EPD was last recorded at 93,742 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,731 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,742 miles
  • 2025 – 91,045 miles
  • 2024 – 87,711 miles
  • 2023 – 85,216 miles
  • 2022 – 81,462 miles
  • 2021 – 79,432 miles
  • 2020 – 75,804 miles
  • 2019 – 70,892 miles
  • 2018 – 64,137 miles
  • 2017 – 57,471 miles
  • 2016 – 50,712 miles
  • 2015 – 44,421 miles
  • 2014 – 39,118 miles
  • 2013 – 33,139 miles
  • 2012 – 27,657 miles
  • 2011 – 22,011 miles
  • 2010 – 18,496 miles
  • 2009 – 14,882 miles
  • 2008 – 11,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,742 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,742 miles (+11)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,742 miles
    Test number
    973979591531
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,731 miles (+2,686)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,731 miles
    Test number
    836553552411
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn most rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,045 miles (+3,334)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    91,045 miles
    Test number
    514367153612
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass87,711 miles (+2,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,711 miles
    Test number
    902092650209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear both pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass85,216 miles (+3,754)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,216 miles
    Test number
    864368597260
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass81,462 miles (+2,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,462 miles
    Test number
    136979218499
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,432 miles (+3,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    79,432 miles
    Test number
    859361070241
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap rubber seal starting to crack/ deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass75,804 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    560560286978
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer box outer skin corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s & o/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail75,804 miles (+4,912)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    546873330285
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LED aftermarket bulbs fitted giving no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer box outer skin corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s & o/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass70,892 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,892 miles
    Test number
    346543438914
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail70,891 miles (+6,754)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,891 miles
    Test number
    155054767017
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lens missing (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass64,137 miles (+6,666)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,137 miles
    Test number
    248965754617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,471 miles (+6,759)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,471 miles
    Test number
    586236014607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,712 miles (+6,291)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,712 miles
    Test number
    805411644186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    44,421 miles
    Test number
    316474635096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,421 miles (+5,303)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,421 miles
    Test number
    746564235015
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass39,118 miles (+5,979)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,118 miles
    Test number
    407031344044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,139 miles (+5,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,139 miles
    Test number
    119417233472
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass27,657 miles (+5,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,657 miles
    Test number
    877554342032
    • 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)

  20. Pass22,011 miles (+3,515)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    22,011 miles
    Test number
    967157611045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,496 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    18,496 miles
    Test number
    500503020096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,882 miles (+3,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    14,882 miles
    Test number
    420911639085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass11,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,342 miles
    Test number
    942670448095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 EPD

Does LR05 EPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 EPD is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 EPD?
The MOT on LR05 EPD is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 EPD done?
LR05 EPD was recorded at 93,742 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 4,566 miles a year.
Has LR05 EPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 EPD has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 EPD 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 EPD find?
LR05 EPD passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 2 more.

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