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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 EYUMOT history

LR55 EYU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 23 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

LR55 EYU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,800 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 EYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 EYU was last recorded at 82,800 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 4,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,777 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,023 miles
Average per year
3,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,800 miles
  • 2025 – 78,777 miles
  • 2024 – 75,312 miles
  • 2023 – 69,826 miles
  • 2022 – 64,335 miles
  • 2021 – 59,905 miles
  • 2020 – 55,537 miles
  • 2019 – 52,273 miles
  • 2018 – 46,309 miles
  • 2017 – 44,204 miles
  • 2016 – 41,225 miles
  • 2015 – 37,336 miles
  • 2014 – 34,689 miles
  • 2013 – 30,996 miles
  • 2012 – 26,527 miles
  • 2011 – 21,217 miles
  • 2010 – 16,666 miles
  • 2009 – 13,097 miles
  • 2008 – 12,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,800 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner braking surface corroded and pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on central tread area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes to pump and pump wet with fluid

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,800 miles (+4,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,800 miles
    Test number
    886273400129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,777 miles (+184)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    78,777 miles
    Test number
    300612026004
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner braking surface corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on central tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes to pump and pump wet with fluid (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail78,593 miles (+3,281)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,593 miles
    Test number
    190482721613
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner braking surface corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on central tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes to pump and pump wet with fluid (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass75,312 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,312 miles
    Test number
    496248687882
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail75,312 miles (+5,486)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,312 miles
    Test number
    461865215060
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass69,826 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    271013820820
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside front to rear at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail69,826 miles (+5,491)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    919065270337
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside front to rear at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass64,335 miles (+4,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    64,335 miles
    Test number
    916360517628
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass59,905 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,905 miles
    Test number
    171626703290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail59,903 miles (+4,366)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,903 miles
    Test number
    951107342918
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass55,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    55,537 miles
    Test number
    482221214149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,537 miles (+3,264)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,537 miles
    Test number
    108729951659
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass52,273 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,273 miles
    Test number
    524207970017
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cover missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Fail52,273 miles (+5,964)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,273 miles
    Test number
    178932298524
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cover missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass46,309 miles (+2,105)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    46,309 miles
    Test number
    162724867768
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s side repeater lense missing.
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose deteriorated ( bubble in hose)

  16. Pass44,204 miles (+2,979)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,204 miles
    Test number
    214040609503
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs heavily corroded & worn .
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded & outer skin comeing away.
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind o/s/r.
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leak from power steering pipe..

  17. Pass41,225 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,225 miles
    Test number
    133444657726
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rear pipe (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail41,217 miles (+3,881)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,217 miles
    Test number
    882154058597
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rear pipe (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass37,336 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,336 miles
    Test number
    563380763351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking due to age
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking due to age

  20. Fail37,336 miles (+2,647)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,336 miles
    Test number
    387957410206
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking due to age
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking due to age

  21. Pass34,689 miles (+3,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,689 miles
    Test number
    817169744283
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass30,996 miles (+4,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,996 miles
    Test number
    986563443280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass26,527 miles (+5,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,527 miles
    Test number
    879286922221
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass21,217 miles (+4,551)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,217 miles
    Test number
    888760911222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,666 miles (+3,569)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    16,666 miles
    Test number
    301865310212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,097 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    13,097 miles
    Test number
    374622239228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    12,422 miles
    Test number
    804693908333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 EYU

Does LR55 EYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 EYU is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 EYU?
The MOT on LR55 EYU is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 EYU done?
LR55 EYU was recorded at 82,800 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 3,997 miles a year.
Has LR55 EYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 EYU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 EYU 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 EYU find?
LR55 EYU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside rear inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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