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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 BGVMOT history

LR55 BGV is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 172,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2026.

LR55 BGV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2024
Mileage
172,394 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 BGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 BGV was last recorded at 172,394 miles on 29 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Aug 2020: 165,090 miles, lower than 165,095 miles on 30 Aug 2019.

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
172,387 miles · 15 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,394 miles
  • 2023 – 172,387 miles
  • 2022 – 170,341 miles
  • 2020 – 165,090 miles
  • 2019 – 165,095 miles
  • 2018 – 149,181 miles
  • 2017 – 137,151 miles
  • 2016 – 123,742 miles
  • 2015 – 111,141 miles
  • 2014 – 96,487 miles
  • 2013 – 88,987 miles
  • 2012 – 79,637 miles
  • 2011 – 73,512 miles
  • 2010 – 62,656 miles
  • 2009 – 56,534 miles
  • 2008 – 48,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,394 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to front brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout whole u derisive of vehicle including all suspension components
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,394 miles (+7)8 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,394 miles
    Test number
    671362450798
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to front brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout whole u derisive of vehicle including all suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass172,387 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    172,387 miles
    Test number
    942796736104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail172,387 miles (+2,046)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,387 miles
    Test number
    266390106375
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass170,341 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    170,341 miles
    Test number
    935352140626
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail170,338 miles (+5,248)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,338 miles
    Test number
    919907905489
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass165,090 miles (-5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    165,090 miles
    Test number
    686084445876
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass165,095 miles (+15,914)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    165,095 miles
    Test number
    809749060272
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass149,181 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    149,181 miles
    Test number
    433728017243
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail149,178 miles (+12,027)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,178 miles
    Test number
    991507016598
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass137,151 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    137,151 miles
    Test number
    627599917016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,962 miles (+13,220)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,962 miles
    Test number
    638093731675
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end seriously misaligned locking ring missing (2.2.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass123,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    123,742 miles
    Test number
    141083368040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail123,740 miles (+12,599)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,740 miles
    Test number
    966058439194
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass111,141 miles (+14,654)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,141 miles
    Test number
    969160949472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,487 miles (+7,500)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,487 miles
    Test number
    225481964252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,987 miles (+9,350)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,987 miles
    Test number
    755011983223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,637 miles (+6,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,637 miles
    Test number
    738935462289
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE PERISHED

  18. Pass73,512 miles (+10,856)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,512 miles
    Test number
    779240281237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,656 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,656 miles
    Test number
    713539770286
    • NoteRear disc's slightly pitted

  20. Fail62,656 miles (+6,122)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,656 miles
    Test number
    391579670489
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear disc's slightly pitted

  21. Fail56,534 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,534 miles
    Test number
    321810489451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

  22. Pass56,534 miles (+7,956)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,534 miles
    Test number
    624950589286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,578 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,578 miles
    Test number
    341892388413
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lense damaged

Questions about LR55 BGV

Does LR55 BGV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 BGV expired on 14 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 BGV?
The MOT on LR55 BGV expired on 14 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 BGV done?
LR55 BGV was recorded at 172,394 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2026, an average of 6,857 miles a year.
Has LR55 BGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 BGV has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 BGV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 BGV find?
LR55 BGV failed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2026 with 8 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heavily corroded; nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heavily corroded, and 15 more.

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