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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 DSZMOT history

LR55 DSZ is a black petrol MINI first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LR55 DSZ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,194 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 DSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 DSZ was last recorded at 98,194 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 3,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,950 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,244 miles
Average per year
4,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,194 miles
  • 2024 – 94,950 miles
  • 2023 – 89,133 miles
  • 2022 – 75,212 miles
  • 2021 – 70,200 miles
  • 2020 – 62,841 miles
  • 2019 – 59,055 miles
  • 2018 – 54,529 miles
  • 2017 – 52,426 miles
  • 2016 – 49,352 miles
  • 2015 – 44,914 miles
  • 2014 – 39,355 miles
  • 2013 – 32,810 miles
  • 2011 – 29,005 miles
  • 2010 – 27,096 miles
  • 2009 – 24,927 miles
  • 2008 – 22,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,194 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,194 miles (+3,244)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,194 miles
    Test number
    299841064403
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass94,950 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    94,950 miles
    Test number
    985818113161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail94,946 miles (+5,813)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,946 miles
    Test number
    151251497245
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also tread worn below requirement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass89,133 miles (+13,921)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,133 miles
    Test number
    352276591271
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass75,212 miles (+5,012)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    243371792664
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also deteriorated and damage on sidewall (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))
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly deteriorated/cracking

  6. Pass70,200 miles (+7,359)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,200 miles
    Test number
    108370629189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass62,841 miles (+3,786)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,841 miles
    Test number
    210800623930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,055 miles
    Test number
    702959654304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail59,055 miles (+4,526)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,055 miles
    Test number
    713734689844
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass54,529 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,529 miles
    Test number
    211055846954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,426 miles (+3,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    52,426 miles
    Test number
    937545939404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corrosion inner faces

  12. Pass49,352 miles (+4,438)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,352 miles
    Test number
    434847220068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,914 miles (+5,559)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,914 miles
    Test number
    485103095038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,355 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,355 miles
    Test number
    325379364035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,810 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,810 miles
    Test number
    549416083013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,005 miles (+1,909)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,005 miles
    Test number
    717429521318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,096 miles (+2,169)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    27,096 miles
    Test number
    901744620337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,927 miles (+2,051)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,927 miles
    Test number
    100269699271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,876 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,876 miles
    Test number
    330850598263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,553 miles
    Test number
    863062158256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 DSZ

Does LR55 DSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 DSZ is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 DSZ?
The MOT on LR55 DSZ is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 DSZ done?
LR55 DSZ was recorded at 98,194 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 4,403 miles a year.
Has LR55 DSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 DSZ has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 DSZ 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 DSZ find?
LR55 DSZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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