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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 HHUMOT history

LR05 HHU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 13 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LR05 HHU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,572 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 HHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 HHU was last recorded at 85,572 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,572 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,572 miles
  • 2024 – 84,371 miles
  • 2023 – 80,153 miles
  • 2021 – 76,469 miles
  • 2020 – 70,805 miles
  • 2019 – 69,916 miles
  • 2018 – 67,741 miles
  • 2017 – 66,525 miles
  • 2016 – 63,522 miles
  • 2014 – 53,927 miles
  • 2013 – 47,994 miles
  • 2012 – 41,800 miles
  • 2011 – 35,057 miles
  • 2010 – 28,681 miles
  • 2009 – 19,424 miles
  • 2008 – 17,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,572 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,572 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    144271447097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  2. Fail85,572 miles (+1,201)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    722479076873
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  3. Pass84,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,371 miles
    Test number
    423769624355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,369 miles (+1,786)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,369 miles
    Test number
    121884239473
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front-Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  5. Pass82,583 miles (+2,430)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,583 miles
    Test number
    315291206102
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage above pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass80,153 miles (+3,684)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,153 miles
    Test number
    987792247410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,469 miles (+3,627)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,469 miles
    Test number
    196172041706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,842 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    72,842 miles
    Test number
    823661032771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,841 miles (+2,036)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    835458909858
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass70,805 miles (+889)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,805 miles
    Test number
    340332241925
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass69,916 miles (+2,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,916 miles
    Test number
    130848227964
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass67,741 miles (+1,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,741 miles
    Test number
    796353485565
    • AdvisoryO/s rear exhaust box corroded but not blowing
  13. Pass66,525 miles (+3,003)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,525 miles
    Test number
    422555572320
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light is on but all brake pads are not worn past limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust outer layer starting to corrode but not leaking exhaust gases
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine area
  14. Pass63,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,522 miles
    Test number
    389305673903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,522 miles (+9,595)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,522 miles
    Test number
    622386471898
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  16. Pass53,927 miles (+5,933)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,927 miles
    Test number
    369333264379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,994 miles (+6,194)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,994 miles
    Test number
    938666073233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,800 miles (+6,743)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,800 miles
    Test number
    885729762286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,057 miles (+6,376)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,057 miles
    Test number
    269172261279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,681 miles (+2,466)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,681 miles
    Test number
    470518570218
    • NoteRear discs pitted
  21. Pass26,215 miles (+6,791)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    26,215 miles
    Test number
    364881510125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,424 miles (+2,301)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    19,424 miles
    Test number
    163986899430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,123 miles
    Test number
    832872808107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 HHU

Does LR05 HHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 HHU is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 HHU?
The MOT on LR05 HHU is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 HHU done?
LR05 HHU was recorded at 85,572 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,853 miles a year.
Has LR05 HHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 HHU has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 HHU 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 HHU find?
LR05 HHU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded.

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