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Purple · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 VPTMOT history

LR05 VPT is a purple petrol MINI first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2025.

LR05 VPT purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
85,475 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VPT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VPT was last recorded at 85,475 miles on 11 Mar 2025, 3,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,123 miles · 11 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,352 miles
Average per year
4,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,475 miles
  • 2024 – 82,123 miles
  • 2023 – 79,893 miles
  • 2022 – 76,943 miles
  • 2021 – 75,825 miles
  • 2020 – 73,959 miles
  • 2019 – 69,733 miles
  • 2018 – 60,638 miles
  • 2017 – 51,091 miles
  • 2015 – 37,838 miles
  • 2014 – 31,553 miles
  • 2013 – 26,243 miles
  • 2012 – 22,735 miles
  • 2011 – 19,359 miles
  • 2010 – 16,336 miles
  • 2009 – 13,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,475 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Headlamps misty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust back box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,475 miles (+3,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,475 miles
    Test number
    377682019197
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass82,123 miles (+2,230)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,123 miles
    Test number
    418113808123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside D - Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps misty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,893 miles (+42)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,893 miles
    Test number
    399257534542
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail79,851 miles (+2,908)5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,851 miles
    Test number
    543607849220
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass76,943 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,943 miles
    Test number
    594648721419
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps misty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail76,943 miles (+1,118)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,943 miles
    Test number
    620096433128
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps misty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass75,825 miles (+1,866)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,825 miles
    Test number
    244692829349
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box outer surface skin corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,959 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,959 miles
    Test number
    965837763798
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark Level slightly low (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexible brake hoses slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear cooper brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box outer surface skin corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear lower wishbone bushes deteriorated slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail73,959 miles (+4,226)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,959 miles
    Test number
    390917289264
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark Level slightly low (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexible brake hoses slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear cooper brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box outer surface skin corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear lower wishbone bushes deteriorated slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass69,733 miles (+9,095)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    704687140245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,638 miles (+9,547)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,638 miles
    Test number
    323643138351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,091 miles (+13,253)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,091 miles
    Test number
    906388143066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,838 miles (+6,285)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    37,838 miles
    Test number
    278498235114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,553 miles (+5,310)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,553 miles
    Test number
    165509834168
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to crack on sidewall

  15. Pass26,243 miles (+3,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,243 miles
    Test number
    537535833105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass22,735 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,735 miles
    Test number
    835436932117
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to crack on tread edge

  17. Fail22,735 miles (+3,376)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,735 miles
    Test number
    775436532185
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to crack on tread edge

  18. Pass19,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,359 miles
    Test number
    856635241110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,359 miles (+3,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,359 miles
    Test number
    377125141188
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass16,336 miles (+3,209)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,336 miles
    Test number
    791577340142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail13,127 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,127 miles
    Test number
    240698849194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass13,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,127 miles
    Test number
    961538749143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 VPT

Does LR05 VPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VPT expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VPT?
The MOT on LR05 VPT expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VPT done?
LR05 VPT was recorded at 85,475 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2025, an average of 4,583 miles a year.
Has LR05 VPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VPT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 VPT 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 VPT find?
LR05 VPT passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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