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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LR54 AVUMOT history

LR54 AVU is a purple petrol MINI first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

LR54 AVU purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jun 2024
Mileage
112,640 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 AVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR54 AVU was last recorded at 112,640 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 3,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,838 miles · 9 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3,802 miles
Average per year
5,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,640 miles
  • 2023 – 108,838 miles
  • 2022 – 106,245 miles
  • 2021 – 103,604 miles
  • 2020 – 102,395 miles
  • 2019 – 100,626 miles
  • 2018 – 96,825 miles
  • 2017 – 94,455 miles
  • 2016 – 86,805 miles
  • 2015 – 72,844 miles
  • 2014 – 71,795 miles
  • 2013 – 69,986 miles
  • 2012 – 62,483 miles
  • 2011 – 53,760 miles
  • 2010 – 46,893 miles
  • 2009 – 38,227 miles
  • 2008 – 20,655 miles
  • 2007 – 16,866 miles
  • 2006 – 10,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,640 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front 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))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolt not tight (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe on rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,640 miles (+3,802)4 dangerous9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,640 miles
    Test number
    772553777682
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolt not tight (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe on rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass108,838 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    108,838 miles
    Test number
    988123697153
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail108,837 miles (+2,592)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,837 miles
    Test number
    768538858547
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,245 miles (+2,641)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,245 miles
    Test number
    227696883313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass103,604 miles (+1,209)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    103,604 miles
    Test number
    308837917163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded but not leaking at present

  6. Pass102,395 miles (+1,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,395 miles
    Test number
    768952500813
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass100,626 miles (+3,801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,626 miles
    Test number
    107630184305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,825 miles
    Test number
    716986278914
    • AdvisoryAdvise; rear silencer outer layer corroded away.

  9. Fail96,825 miles (+2,370)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,825 miles
    Test number
    224293676548
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise; rear silencer outer layer corroded away.

  10. Pass94,455 miles (+7,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    94,455 miles
    Test number
    970842639684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  11. Pass86,805 miles (+13,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,805 miles
    Test number
    409199928616
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass72,844 miles (+1,049)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,844 miles
    Test number
    408531635104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,795 miles (+1,809)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    655664904249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll tyre's perished
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded + support mount loose

  14. Pass69,986 miles (+7,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,986 miles
    Test number
    349068403481
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass62,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,483 miles
    Test number
    215912592185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,483 miles (+8,723)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,483 miles
    Test number
    339862492170
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Fail53,760 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,760 miles
    Test number
    115659291142
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  18. Pass53,760 miles (+6,867)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,760 miles
    Test number
    936689591158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,893 miles (+8,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,893 miles
    Test number
    901835500229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,227 miles (+17,572)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,227 miles
    Test number
    770772409216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,655 miles (+3,789)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,655 miles
    Test number
    612493508244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteDamage to o/s outer sill trim
    • NoteSurface corosion to rear brake discs

  22. Pass16,866 miles (+6,394)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    16,866 miles
    Test number
    350398177269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    10,472 miles
    Test number
    900004786226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 AVU

Does LR54 AVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 AVU expired on 8 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 AVU?
The MOT on LR54 AVU expired on 8 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 AVU done?
LR54 AVU was recorded at 112,640 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 5,511 miles a year.
Has LR54 AVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 AVU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR54 AVU 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 LR54 AVU find?
LR54 AVU failed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 4 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 17 more.

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