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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 FCFMOT history

LR05 FCF is a blue petrol MINI first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

LR05 FCF blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2025
Mileage
136,697 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 FCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 FCF was last recorded at 136,697 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 16,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,416 miles · 11 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
16,281 miles
Average per year
5,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,697 miles
  • 2023 – 120,416 miles
  • 2022 – 119,199 miles
  • 2020 – 116,948 miles
  • 2019 – 112,974 miles
  • 2018 – 105,860 miles
  • 2017 – 98,925 miles
  • 2016 – 91,555 miles
  • 2015 – 82,363 miles
  • 2014 – 75,573 miles
  • 2013 – 69,972 miles
  • 2012 – 64,620 miles
  • 2011 – 60,850 miles
  • 2010 – 58,275 miles
  • 2009 – 55,304 miles
  • 2008 – 47,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,697 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,697 miles
    Test number
    826514746933
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  2. Fail136,697 miles (+16,281)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,697 miles
    Test number
    508547236929
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  3. Pass120,416 miles (+1,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,416 miles
    Test number
    332605574799
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass119,199 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,199 miles
    Test number
    342115138422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail119,199 miles (+2,251)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,199 miles
    Test number
    100301272039
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass116,948 miles (+3,974)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,948 miles
    Test number
    954714576457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ONTO FLEXIBLE HOSE,CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing INNER SIDEWALL CUT,NO CANVAS SHOWING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass112,974 miles (+7,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,974 miles
    Test number
    468543698021
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material STEEL PIPE ONTO FLEXY SLIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded SLIGHTLY CORRODED (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass105,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,860 miles
    Test number
    432239823408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  9. Fail105,860 miles (+6,935)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,860 miles
    Test number
    418596792588
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracked in sidewall
  10. Pass98,925 miles (+7,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,925 miles
    Test number
    478874809955
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass91,555 miles (+9,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,555 miles
    Test number
    955691559598
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
  12. Pass82,363 miles (+6,790)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,363 miles
    Test number
    866925215103
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  13. Pass75,573 miles (+5,601)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,573 miles
    Test number
    266576214111
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  14. Pass69,972 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,972 miles
    Test number
    147190533104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,620 miles (+3,770)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,620 miles
    Test number
    438332512146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,850 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    659587281072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,275 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,275 miles
    Test number
    852381180071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,304 miles (+7,935)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,304 miles
    Test number
    100138069493
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn very low.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn & in very poor condition.
  19. Pass47,369 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,369 miles
    Test number
    120567888441
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

Questions about LR05 FCF

Does LR05 FCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 FCF expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 FCF?
The MOT on LR05 FCF expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 FCF done?
LR05 FCF was recorded at 136,697 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 5,572 miles a year.
Has LR05 FCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 FCF has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 FCF 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 FCF find?
LR05 FCF passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; underbody corrosion.

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