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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 BTFMOT history

LR55 BTF is a grey petrol MINI first used on 14 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2026.

LR55 BTF grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,094 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 BTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 BTF was last recorded at 126,094 miles on 18 Oct 2026, 3,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,953 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,141 miles
Average per year
6,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,094 miles
  • 2025 – 122,953 miles
  • 2024 – 119,080 miles
  • 2023 – 113,426 miles
  • 2022 – 106,806 miles
  • 2021 – 100,219 miles
  • 2020 – 92,868 miles
  • 2019 – 88,665 miles
  • 2018 – 84,344 miles
  • 2017 – 76,601 miles
  • 2015 – 55,277 miles
  • 2014 – 45,679 miles
  • 2013 – 44,066 miles
  • 2012 – 37,932 miles
  • 2011 – 31,731 miles
  • 2010 – 26,573 miles
  • 2009 – 22,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,094 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnderbody parts surface rust

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 Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,094 miles (+3,141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,094 miles
    Test number
    362784029719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody parts surface rust

  2. Pass122,953 miles (+3,873)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    122,953 miles
    Test number
    937317077073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  3. Pass119,080 miles (+5,654)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,080 miles
    Test number
    474082066599
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside Rear Suspension Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass113,426 miles (+6,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,426 miles
    Test number
    668322916171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass106,806 miles (+6,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,806 miles
    Test number
    942766763538
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass100,219 miles (+7,351)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,219 miles
    Test number
    583333300152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,868 miles (+4,203)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,868 miles
    Test number
    659406094908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,665 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,665 miles
    Test number
    900048134447
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail88,659 miles (+4,315)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,659 miles
    Test number
    247212466419
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak box holed (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,344 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,344 miles
    Test number
    350773743010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,601 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,601 miles
    Test number
    877163607801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,599 miles (+8,065)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,599 miles
    Test number
    106293229754
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass68,534 miles (+13,257)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,534 miles
    Test number
    663739452672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,277 miles (+288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,277 miles
    Test number
    553020312559
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass54,989 miles (+9,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    255831295035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,679 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,679 miles
    Test number
    356271744074
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn on inner edges.
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated at both ends.

  17. Fail45,679 miles (+1,613)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,679 miles
    Test number
    489421644059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn on inner edges.
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated at both ends.

  18. Fail44,066 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,066 miles
    Test number
    169156863258
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass44,066 miles (+6,134)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,066 miles
    Test number
    249736563209
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass37,932 miles (+6,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,932 miles
    Test number
    359884452444
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass31,731 miles (+5,158)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    31,731 miles
    Test number
    759470071279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,573 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,573 miles
    Test number
    220557960260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,697 miles
    Test number
    321273479282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,696 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,696 miles
    Test number
    201373479228
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR55 BTF

Does LR55 BTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 BTF is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 BTF?
The MOT on LR55 BTF is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 BTF done?
LR55 BTF was recorded at 126,094 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2026, an average of 6,065 miles a year.
Has LR55 BTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 BTF has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LR55 BTF 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 LR55 BTF find?
LR55 BTF passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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