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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LR54 XVFMOT history

LR54 XVF is a purple petrol MINI first used on 3 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 67,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2024.

LR54 XVF purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2025
Mileage
67,557 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 XVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 XVF was last recorded at 67,557 miles on 12 Dec 2024, 1,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,727 miles · 11 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,830 miles
Average per year
3,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 67,557 miles
  • 2023 – 65,727 miles
  • 2022 – 64,096 miles
  • 2021 – 59,797 miles
  • 2020 – 54,572 miles
  • 2019 – 47,700 miles
  • 2018 – 44,441 miles
  • 2017 – 40,352 miles
  • 2016 – 37,821 miles
  • 2015 – 34,121 miles
  • 2014 – 30,530 miles
  • 2013 – 27,339 miles
  • 2012 – 24,331 miles
  • 2011 – 21,020 miles
  • 2010 – 17,645 miles
  • 2009 – 14,652 miles
  • 2008 – 10,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,557 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • The vehicle underside is heavily coated in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Various suspension/brake/steering components heavily coated in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,557 miles (+1,830)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    67,557 miles
    Test number
    866458121397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass65,727 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,727 miles
    Test number
    140079900271
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe vehicle underside is heavily coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension/brake/steering components heavily coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryStrongly suspect that corrosion hidden by underseal on suspension components is significant and weakening the components

  3. Fail65,722 miles (+1,626)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,722 miles
    Test number
    379822923548
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe vehicle underside is heavily coated in underseal
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension/brake/steering components heavily coated in underseal

  4. Pass64,096 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    64,096 miles
    Test number
    278020596946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryThe fuel cap seal is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryThe vehicle underside is heavily coated in underseal?
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension/brake/steering components heavily coated in underseal?

  5. Fail64,092 miles (+4,295)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,092 miles
    Test number
    245291376335
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryThe fuel cap seal is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryThe vehicle underside is heavily coated in underseal?
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension/brake/steering components heavily coated in underseal?

  6. Pass59,797 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,797 miles
    Test number
    483588466891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,195 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,195 miles
    Test number
    322490295460
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension sub frames badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car corroded

  8. Fail58,195 miles (+3,623)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,195 miles
    Test number
    161657131027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension sub frames badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car corroded

  9. Pass54,572 miles (+8)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,572 miles
    Test number
    727111434435
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail54,564 miles (+356)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,564 miles
    Test number
    395060696699
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass54,208 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,208 miles
    Test number
    933182450458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,700 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,700 miles
    Test number
    920475991752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,696 miles (+3,255)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,696 miles
    Test number
    221992040533
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass44,441 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    44,441 miles
    Test number
    590546968943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisorySuspension very rusty

  15. Fail44,441 miles (+4,089)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,441 miles
    Test number
    758107461926
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisorySuspension very rusty

  16. Pass40,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    622571806702
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension components very rusty

  17. Fail40,352 miles (+2,531)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    757253325533
    • DangerousBrake hose leaking at join with front to rear pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension components very rusty

  18. Pass37,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,821 miles
    Test number
    562877656268
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  19. Fail37,821 miles (+3,700)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,821 miles
    Test number
    213303193403
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  20. Fail34,121 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,121 miles
    Test number
    427645545112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePower steering pipes rusty

  21. Pass34,121 miles (+3,591)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,121 miles
    Test number
    568165645165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePower steering pipes rusty

  22. Pass30,530 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,530 miles
    Test number
    266409044470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail30,528 miles (+3,189)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,528 miles
    Test number
    136146344114
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass27,339 miles (+3,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,339 miles
    Test number
    207561843129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass24,331 miles (+3,311)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,331 miles
    Test number
    285492942175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,020 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,020 miles
    Test number
    938456741124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,019 miles (+3,374)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,019 miles
    Test number
    149915341126
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass17,645 miles (+2,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,645 miles
    Test number
    494523130151
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass14,652 miles (+4,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    14,652 miles
    Test number
    210719939148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass10,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    10,558 miles
    Test number
    902042028113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 XVF

Does LR54 XVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 XVF expired on 11 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 XVF?
The MOT on LR54 XVF expired on 11 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 XVF done?
LR54 XVF was recorded at 67,557 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2024, an average of 3,430 miles a year.
Has LR54 XVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 XVF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 XVF 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 XVF find?
LR54 XVF passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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