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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR05 YLUMOT history

LR05 YLU is a black petrol MINI first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LR05 YLU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
95,312 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 YLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 YLU was last recorded at 95,312 miles on 20 May 2026, 5,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,035 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,277 miles
Average per year
4,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,312 miles
  • 2025 – 90,035 miles
  • 2024 – 86,992 miles
  • 2023 – 83,233 miles
  • 2022 – 78,717 miles
  • 2021 – 71,694 miles
  • 2020 – 65,852 miles
  • 2019 – 41,449 miles
  • 2018 – 35,670 miles
  • 2017 – 34,521 miles
  • 2016 – 32,498 miles
  • 2015 – 30,078 miles
  • 2014 – 27,773 miles
  • 2013 – 26,591 miles
  • 2012 – 23,152 miles
  • 2011 – 20,768 miles
  • 2010 – 18,174 miles
  • 2009 – 15,042 miles
  • 2008 – 10,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,312 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor cable tied up

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,312 miles (+5,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    762676051370
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass90,035 miles (+3,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    90,035 miles
    Test number
    514425286562
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass86,992 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    86,992 miles
    Test number
    752836634161
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor cable tied up
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService light on, overdue 2650 miles
  4. Fail86,991 miles (+3,758)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,991 miles
    Test number
    839807574742
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour orange lacquer has come off bulbs (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid around brake master cylinder, unable to determine if it has just been spilt. No leak seen under pressure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor cable tied up
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService light on, overdue 2650 miles
  5. Pass83,233 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,233 miles
    Test number
    420258333325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail83,228 miles (+4,511)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,228 miles
    Test number
    905792699215
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
  7. Pass78,717 miles (+7,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,717 miles
    Test number
    290806667185
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass71,694 miles (+5,842)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,694 miles
    Test number
    751316620939
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside / nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass65,852 miles (+24,403)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    65,852 miles
    Test number
    864507671367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    41,449 miles
    Test number
    715639598768
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil level very low
  11. Fail41,449 miles (+5,779)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,449 miles
    Test number
    400261213953
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil level very low
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass35,670 miles (+1,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,670 miles
    Test number
    478331075367
    • AdvisoryRear back box corroded
  13. Pass34,521 miles (+2,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    34,521 miles
    Test number
    991678215956
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perishing.
  14. Pass32,498 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,498 miles
    Test number
    484198065461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,078 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    30,078 miles
    Test number
    749650595059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,773 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,773 miles
    Test number
    188882404155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,591 miles (+3,439)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,591 miles
    Test number
    496264503128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,152 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,152 miles
    Test number
    176618392094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,768 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,768 miles
    Test number
    975296201124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,174 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,174 miles
    Test number
    943228200181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,042 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,042 miles
    Test number
    410281319171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    10,739 miles
    Test number
    842004008138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 YLU

Does LR05 YLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 YLU is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 YLU?
The MOT on LR05 YLU is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 YLU done?
LR05 YLU was recorded at 95,312 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,673 miles a year.
Has LR05 YLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 YLU has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 YLU 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 YLU find?
LR05 YLU passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 195/50/15.

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