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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,364 cc

LR05 FBKMOT history

LR05 FBK is a black diesel MINI first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 280,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

LR05 FBK black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2022
Mileage
280,568 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
12,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 FBK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 FBK was last recorded at 280,568 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 7,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2015: 20,573 miles, lower than 197,269 miles on 12 May 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
272,960 miles · 17 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,608 miles
Average per year
12,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 280,568 miles
  • 2021 – 272,960 miles
  • 2020 – 267,275 miles
  • 2019 – 255,240 miles
  • 2018 – 237,060 miles
  • 2017 – 229,876 miles
  • 2016 – 219,113 miles
  • 2015 – 20,573 miles
  • 2014 – 197,269 miles
  • 2013 – 186,056 miles
  • 2012 – 175,628 miles
  • 2011 – 164,556 miles
  • 2010 – 155,217 miles
  • 2009 – 143,548 miles
  • 2008 – 99,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail280,568 miles
  • MajorFuel system component leaking Injectors. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded/discoloured. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded/discoloured. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration lamp lens missing.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil has covered rear of engine but is not dripping. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Interior roof lining insecure and sagging

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F bottom ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front N/S/F fog light inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail280,568 miles (+7,608)8 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,568 miles
    Test number
    190520942284
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Injectors. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded/discoloured. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded/discoloured. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration lamp lens missing.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil has covered rear of engine but is not dripping. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass272,960 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    272,960 miles
    Test number
    614212971641
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInterior roof lining insecure and sagging
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear registration plate N/S light lens missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail272,959 miles (+5,684)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,959 miles
    Test number
    874860775059
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Drivers sun visor will not stow - falls into line of sight (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInterior roof lining insecure and sagging
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear registration plate N/S light lens missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass267,275 miles (+12,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    267,275 miles
    Test number
    569074730009
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass255,240 miles (+93)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    255,240 miles
    Test number
    338443544284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail255,147 miles (+18,087)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,147 miles
    Test number
    589725250661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested under seats

  7. Pass237,060 miles (+7,184)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    237,060 miles
    Test number
    279746092664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear washer not working

  8. Pass229,876 miles (+10,763)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    229,876 miles
    Test number
    439438489640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass219,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    219,113 miles
    Test number
    875494759888
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak

  10. Fail219,113 miles (+198,540)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,113 miles
    Test number
    148482797147
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak

  11. Pass20,573 miles (-176,696)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    628301845108
    • DangerousAdvise bulge in offside front tyre wall

  12. Pass197,269 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    197,269 miles
    Test number
    287002334496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Fail197,269 miles (+11,213)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,269 miles
    Test number
    786462434150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass186,056 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    186,056 miles
    Test number
    429360853103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail186,048 miles (+10,420)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,048 miles
    Test number
    439073833147
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass175,628 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    175,628 miles
    Test number
    746644742121
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades becoming worn
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f tyre outter sidewall

  17. Fail175,628 miles (+11,072)1 failure2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,628 miles
    Test number
    699333742198
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades becoming worn
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f tyre outter sidewall

  18. Pass164,556 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    164,556 miles
    Test number
    759206841154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail164,555 miles (+9,338)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,555 miles
    Test number
    998455541185
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass155,217 miles (+11,669)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    155,217 miles
    Test number
    142979780078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass143,548 miles (+43,575)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    143,548 miles
    Test number
    663330279049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,973 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    99,973 miles
    Test number
    371615198092
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing noisy

Questions about LR05 FBK

Does LR05 FBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 FBK expired on 16 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 FBK?
The MOT on LR05 FBK expired on 16 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 FBK done?
LR05 FBK was recorded at 280,568 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 12,311 miles a year.
Has LR05 FBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 FBK has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 FBK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 FBK find?
LR05 FBK failed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: fuel system component leaking injectors.; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play, and 16 more.

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