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White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 MFXMOT history

LR05 MFX is a white petrol MINI Cooper first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 36,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
36,210 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 MFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 MFX was last recorded at 36,210 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,192 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
1,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,210 miles
  • 2025 – 32,774 miles
  • 2024 – 28,707 miles
  • 2023 – 25,147 miles
  • 2022 – 21,687 miles
  • 2021 – 20,169 miles
  • 2020 – 20,157 miles
  • 2019 – 19,754 miles
  • 2018 – 19,443 miles
  • 2017 – 18,937 miles
  • 2016 – 18,209 miles
  • 2015 – 16,839 miles
  • 2014 – 15,307 miles
  • 2013 – 13,554 miles
  • 2012 – 11,563 miles
  • 2011 – 10,007 miles
  • 2009 – 7,264 miles
  • 2008 – 5,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,210 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Boot gas struts deterioratedRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Outer Sill covers fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,210 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    36,210 miles
    Test number
    750617167316
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device deteriorated
    • 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 pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Boot gas struts deteriorated

  2. Fail36,192 miles (+3,418)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,192 miles
    Test number
    204189272533
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Boot gas struts deteriorated

  3. Pass32,774 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    32,774 miles
    Test number
    149815425186
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust back-box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail32,774 miles (+4,067)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,774 miles
    Test number
    594130433792
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust back-box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass28,707 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    28,707 miles
    Test number
    554028805469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside sill covers fitted

  6. Fail28,707 miles (+3,560)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,707 miles
    Test number
    912500252273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside sill covers fitted

  7. Pass25,147 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    25,147 miles
    Test number
    239109511946
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine & under tray sill cover fitted

  8. Fail25,147 miles (+3,460)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,147 miles
    Test number
    840270588499
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine & under tray sill cover fitted

  9. Pass21,687 miles (+1,518)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    21,687 miles
    Test number
    602048303882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,169 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    20,169 miles
    Test number
    821486207608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays & sill covers fitted

  11. Pass20,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    20,157 miles
    Test number
    582504693679
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail20,157 miles (+403)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,157 miles
    Test number
    799842495766
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass19,754 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    19,754 miles
    Test number
    900275982747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,443 miles (+506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    19,443 miles
    Test number
    582480697870
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  15. Pass18,937 miles (+728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    18,937 miles
    Test number
    653872644386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  16. Pass18,209 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    18,209 miles
    Test number
    501844750158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,839 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    16,839 miles
    Test number
    135641875419
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.

  18. Fail16,839 miles (+1,532)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,839 miles
    Test number
    477641575073
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.

  19. Pass15,307 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,307 miles
    Test number
    698540584049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,554 miles (+1,991)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    13,554 miles
    Test number
    907245973037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,563 miles (+1,556)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    11,563 miles
    Test number
    236323172096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,007 miles (+2,743)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    10,007 miles
    Test number
    878662981076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,264 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    7,264 miles
    Test number
    943194909118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    5,845 miles
    Test number
    641429918141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 MFX

Does LR05 MFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 MFX is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 MFX?
The MOT on LR05 MFX is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 MFX done?
LR05 MFX was recorded at 36,210 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 1,701 miles a year.
Has LR05 MFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 MFX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 MFX 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 MFX find?
LR05 MFX passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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