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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 FLVMOT history

LR55 FLV is a silver petrol MINI first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

LR55 FLV silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
121,122 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FLV was last recorded at 121,122 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,122 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,122 miles
  • 2023 – 120,342 miles
  • 2022 – 111,374 miles
  • 2021 – 102,054 miles
  • 2020 – 97,518 miles
  • 2018 – 86,521 miles
  • 2017 – 78,967 miles
  • 2016 – 67,265 miles
  • 2015 – 62,136 miles
  • 2014 – 55,230 miles
  • 2013 – 47,524 miles
  • 2012 – 38,906 miles
  • 2011 – 29,328 miles
  • 2010 – 18,264 miles
  • 2009 – 11,360 miles
  • 2008 – 8,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,122 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear upper (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump gasket

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,122 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,122 miles
    Test number
    651190689865
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear upper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  2. Fail121,122 miles (+780)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,122 miles
    Test number
    175262126013
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside rear upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  3. Pass120,342 miles (+8,968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,342 miles
    Test number
    209280131976
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass111,374 miles (+9,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,374 miles
    Test number
    122624601321
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass102,054 miles (+4,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    102,054 miles
    Test number
    667832795012
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe slight corrosion
  6. Pass97,518 miles (+11)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,518 miles
    Test number
    916992573023
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear anti roll bar bush deteriated
  7. Fail97,507 miles (+10,986)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,507 miles
    Test number
    720143530526
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported middle brake pipe clip (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear anti roll bar bush deteriated
  8. Pass86,521 miles (+7,554)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,521 miles
    Test number
    999336236600
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass78,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,967 miles
    Test number
    779569487130
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  10. Fail78,967 miles (+11,702)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,967 miles
    Test number
    459182098622
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  11. Pass67,265 miles (+5,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,265 miles
    Test number
    329126413922
    • AdvisoryBoth back box rubbers are deteriorating but it is still supported
  12. Pass62,136 miles (+6,906)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,136 miles
    Test number
    520418007849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,230 miles (+13)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    55,230 miles
    Test number
    525952574239
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres perished.
  14. Fail55,217 miles (+7,693)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,217 miles
    Test number
    379619664229
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres perished.
  15. Pass47,524 miles (+8,618)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,524 miles
    Test number
    566271473269
    • NoteRear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteRear tyres slightly cracked in treads
  16. Pass38,906 miles (+9,578)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,906 miles
    Test number
    209249862237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,328 miles (+11,064)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,328 miles
    Test number
    536103771263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,264 miles (+6,904)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,264 miles
    Test number
    344970160488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,360 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,360 miles
    Test number
    932325669254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    8,007 miles
    Test number
    862710368212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 FLV

Does LR55 FLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 FLV expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FLV?
The MOT on LR55 FLV expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 FLV done?
LR55 FLV was recorded at 121,122 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 6,855 miles a year.
Has LR55 FLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FLV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 FLV 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 FLV find?
LR55 FLV passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside rear upper brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear upper, and 2 more.

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