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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 VKOMOT history

LR05 VKO is a red petrol MINI first used on 12 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

LR05 VKO red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2026
Mileage
149,029 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VKO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VKO was last recorded at 149,029 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 10,476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,553 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
10,476 miles
Average per year
7,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,029 miles
  • 2024 – 138,553 miles
  • 2023 – 131,218 miles
  • 2022 – 126,351 miles
  • 2021 – 121,407 miles
  • 2020 – 117,851 miles
  • 2019 – 109,771 miles
  • 2018 – 89,984 miles
  • 2017 – 70,428 miles
  • 2016 – 50,941 miles
  • 2015 – 41,186 miles
  • 2014 – 31,443 miles
  • 2013 – 29,393 miles
  • 2012 – 26,266 miles
  • 2011 – 23,490 miles
  • 2010 – 20,699 miles
  • 2009 – 17,611 miles
  • 2008 – 14,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,029 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,029 miles (+10,476)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,029 miles
    Test number
    952925090801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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))

  2. Pass138,553 miles (+7,335)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    138,553 miles
    Test number
    370404074016
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  3. Pass131,218 miles (+150)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    131,218 miles
    Test number
    823070386218
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +subframes+rear both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail131,068 miles (+4,717)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,068 miles
    Test number
    872298809861
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +subframes+rear both suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass126,351 miles (+4,944)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    126,351 miles
    Test number
    876784051877
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Rear Pipes Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Rubber Sealing Ring Cracking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack Pipes (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass121,407 miles (+5)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,407 miles
    Test number
    796269088151
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor Image. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor Image. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Under Vehicle (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Sealing Ring Cracking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil Level On Min. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail121,402 miles (+3,551)6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,402 miles
    Test number
    130622536929
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Boot Lid (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both Lamps Not Working. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Under Vehicle (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Sealing Ring Cracking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil Level On Min. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass117,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    117,851 miles
    Test number
    486901039868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail117,851 miles (+8,080)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,851 miles
    Test number
    113880984875
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass109,771 miles (+19,787)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,771 miles
    Test number
    402297029997
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass89,984 miles (+19,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,984 miles
    Test number
    153551466057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass70,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,428 miles
    Test number
    420338843489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,427 miles (+19,486)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,427 miles
    Test number
    967502265815
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass50,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,941 miles
    Test number
    444173713486
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail50,941 miles (+9,755)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,941 miles
    Test number
    886008861757
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass41,186 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    41,186 miles
    Test number
    278459334223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail41,185 miles (+9,742)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,185 miles
    Test number
    636519873477
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass31,443 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,443 miles
    Test number
    757238614108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,393 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,393 miles
    Test number
    705658703179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,266 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,266 miles
    Test number
    498782022174
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding
    • NoteRear exhaust box slightly deoteriorated

  21. Fail26,266 miles (+2,776)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,266 miles
    Test number
    936582922107
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly binding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished
    • NoteRear exhaust box slightly deoteriorated

  22. Pass23,490 miles (+2,791)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,490 miles
    Test number
    376744421134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres in poor condition.

  23. Pass20,699 miles (+3,088)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,699 miles
    Test number
    874485920120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres have slighty deteriorated on side walls

  24. Fail17,611 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,611 miles
    Test number
    131167899425
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass17,611 miles (+3,576)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,611 miles
    Test number
    530437599054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    14,035 miles
    Test number
    232783398010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 VKO

Does LR05 VKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VKO expired on 28 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VKO?
The MOT on LR05 VKO expired on 28 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VKO done?
LR05 VKO was recorded at 149,029 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 7,793 miles a year.
Has LR05 VKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VKO has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 VKO 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 VKO find?
LR05 VKO passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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