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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 YLNMOT history

LR05 YLN is a black petrol MINI first used on 28 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

LR05 YLN black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2025
Mileage
136,486 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LR05 YLN was last recorded at 136,486 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Apr 2010: 15,150 miles, lower than 23,383 miles on 23 Apr 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,476 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,486 miles
  • 2023 – 129,655 miles
  • 2021 – 122,243 miles
  • 2020 – 117,983 miles
  • 2019 – 113,259 miles
  • 2018 – 108,318 miles
  • 2017 – 104,284 miles
  • 2016 – 98,754 miles
  • 2015 – 87,066 miles
  • 2014 – 79,060 miles
  • 2013 – 68,307 miles
  • 2012 – 53,904 miles
  • 2011 – 44,098 miles
  • 2010 – 15,150 miles
  • 2009 – 23,383 miles
  • 2008 – 13,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,486 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake lines corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySlight power steering pipes oil seepageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,486 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,486 miles
    Test number
    742184920700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake lines corroding
    • AdvisorySlight power steering pipes oil seepage
  2. Fail136,476 miles (+6,821)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,476 miles
    Test number
    444237590181
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake lines corroding
    • AdvisorySlight power steering pipes oil seepage
  3. Pass129,655 miles (+7,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,655 miles
    Test number
    790585376138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corroded
  4. Pass122,243 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,243 miles
    Test number
    139646807345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,983 miles (+4,724)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,983 miles
    Test number
    628376962616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,259 miles (+4,941)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,259 miles
    Test number
    174409922512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass108,318 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,318 miles
    Test number
    340580596787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,284 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,284 miles
    Test number
    786401287094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,754 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,754 miles
    Test number
    732454010127
    • AdvisoryBoth rear Tyre's perished inner Tyre walls and uneven tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Fail98,753 miles (+11,687)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,753 miles
    Test number
    270286395666
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear Tyre's perished inner Tyre walls and uneven tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass87,066 miles (+8,006)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,066 miles
    Test number
    798610495038
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront discs deteriorated
  12. Pass79,060 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,060 miles
    Test number
    858567794041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,054 miles (+10,747)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    145974394020
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteO/s/r number plate lamp dim
    • NoteRear silencer corroded
  14. Pass68,307 miles (+14,403)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,307 miles
    Test number
    239801303498
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded
  15. Pass53,904 miles (+9,806)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,904 miles
    Test number
    465275692060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,098 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,098 miles
    Test number
    538888401177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,088 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,088 miles
    Test number
    107951781036
    • NoteChips In Windscreen
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Lipped
    • NoteOuter Sill Covers Fitted
  18. Fail44,088 miles (+28,938)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,088 miles
    Test number
    755961981070
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteChips In Windscreen
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Lipped
    • NoteOuter Sill Covers Fitted
  19. Pass15,150 miles (-8,233)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,150 miles
    Test number
    511200320152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,383 miles (+9,998)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,383 miles
    Test number
    284283819166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cut on outer band
  21. Pass13,385 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    13,385 miles
    Test number
    490564718167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,373 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,373 miles
    Test number
    100002818190
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about LR05 YLN

Does LR05 YLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 YLN expired on 8 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 YLN?
The MOT on LR05 YLN expired on 8 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 YLN done?
LR05 YLN was recorded at 136,486 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 7,710 miles a year.
Has LR05 YLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 YLN has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 YLN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 YLN find?
LR05 YLN passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; front and rear brake lines corroding, and 1 more.

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