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Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 DTOMOT history

LR55 DTO is a grey petrol MINI first used on 14 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

LR55 DTO grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
92,698 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 DTO
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 expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 DTO was last recorded at 92,698 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,697 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,698 miles
  • 2024 – 89,072 miles
  • 2023 – 86,571 miles
  • 2022 – 82,537 miles
  • 2021 – 79,662 miles
  • 2020 – 77,796 miles
  • 2019 – 74,883 miles
  • 2018 – 72,472 miles
  • 2017 – 69,324 miles
  • 2016 – 65,844 miles
  • 2015 – 61,683 miles
  • 2014 – 58,276 miles
  • 2013 – 55,148 miles
  • 2012 – 52,714 miles
  • 2011 – 48,970 miles
  • 2010 – 47,445 miles
  • 2009 – 43,218 miles
  • 2008 – 29,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,698 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on rear suspension partsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,698 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    92,698 miles
    Test number
    372991199374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on rear suspension parts
  2. Fail92,697 miles (+3,625)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,697 miles
    Test number
    874564274742
    • 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 Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion on rear suspension parts
  3. Pass89,072 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,072 miles
    Test number
    892580209483
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail89,072 miles (+2,501)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,072 miles
    Test number
    815199464904
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass86,571 miles (+4,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,571 miles
    Test number
    963627747933
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight crack on weld out of centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass82,537 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,537 miles
    Test number
    467785657274
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail82,537 miles (+2,875)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,537 miles
    Test number
    949352296715
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass79,662 miles (+1,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,662 miles
    Test number
    512943683153
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass77,796 miles (+2,913)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,796 miles
    Test number
    876812402040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. Pass74,883 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,883 miles
    Test number
    194645023178
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Fail74,826 miles (+2,354)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,826 miles
    Test number
    556127565066
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass72,472 miles (+3,148)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,472 miles
    Test number
    837105512451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,324 miles (+3,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,324 miles
    Test number
    136442772466
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass65,844 miles (+4,161)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,844 miles
    Test number
    807904357696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,683 miles (+3,407)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,683 miles
    Test number
    275525015211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,276 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    325978514242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,148 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    388508713247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,714 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,714 miles
    Test number
    266770422237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,970 miles (+1,525)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,970 miles
    Test number
    819391161168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,445 miles (+4,227)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,445 miles
    Test number
    142536430325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,218 miles (+14,000)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,218 miles
    Test number
    982399629304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,218 miles
    Test number
    344325708365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 DTO

Does LR55 DTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 DTO expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 DTO?
The MOT on LR55 DTO expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 DTO done?
LR55 DTO was recorded at 92,698 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 3,792 miles a year.
Has LR55 DTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 DTO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 DTO 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 DTO find?
LR55 DTO passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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