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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 GHFMOT history

LR55 GHF is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 24,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

LR55 GHF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
24,984 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GHF was last recorded at 24,984 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,504 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
480 miles
Average per year
1,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,984 miles
  • 2025 – 24,504 miles
  • 2024 – 23,901 miles
  • 2023 – 22,393 miles
  • 2022 – 20,951 miles
  • 2021 – 19,784 miles
  • 2020 – 18,954 miles
  • 2019 – 18,346 miles
  • 2018 – 17,134 miles
  • 2017 – 16,590 miles
  • 2016 – 15,339 miles
  • 2015 – 13,732 miles
  • 2014 – 12,226 miles
  • 2013 – 10,678 miles
  • 2012 – 8,461 miles
  • 2011 – 6,308 miles
  • 2010 – 4,997 miles
  • 2008 – 3,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,984 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass24,984 miles (+480)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    24,984 miles
    Test number
    873041514698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass24,504 miles (+19)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    458953241977
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail24,485 miles (+584)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,485 miles
    Test number
    412080884979
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass23,901 miles (+1,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    23,901 miles
    Test number
    348456667409
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  5. Pass22,393 miles (+1,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    22,393 miles
    Test number
    895698931507
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  6. Pass20,951 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    20,951 miles
    Test number
    643370847286
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  7. Fail20,951 miles (+1,167)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,951 miles
    Test number
    660833204806
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  8. Pass19,784 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    19,784 miles
    Test number
    402312396033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,954 miles (+608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    18,954 miles
    Test number
    211027154577
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass18,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    18,346 miles
    Test number
    980115264170
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise detected from steering / front suspension unable to locate during test

  11. Fail18,346 miles (+1,212)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,346 miles
    Test number
    860527652720
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive pas pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise detected from steering / front suspension unable to locate during test

  12. Pass17,134 miles (+544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    17,134 miles
    Test number
    704080817081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass16,590 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    16,590 miles
    Test number
    507134359166
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on both shoulders and has cuts to tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is out of shape, feathered and cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail16,587 miles (+1,248)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,587 miles
    Test number
    421170461596
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush REAR BUSH (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush REAR BUSH (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SPLIT (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on both shoulders and has cuts to tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is out of shape, feathered and cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass15,339 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    15,339 miles
    Test number
    267679825439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass13,732 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    13,732 miles
    Test number
    477234045026
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear low

  17. Fail13,732 miles (+1,506)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,732 miles
    Test number
    888454145070
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear low

  18. Pass12,226 miles (+1,548)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    12,226 miles
    Test number
    186199824459
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass10,678 miles (+2,217)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    10,678 miles
    Test number
    575516943003
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass8,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    8,461 miles
    Test number
    948307042047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail8,461 miles (+2,153)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,461 miles
    Test number
    559137442017
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

  22. Pass6,308 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    6,308 miles
    Test number
    379388041010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    4,997 miles
    Test number
    141439640000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail4,997 miles (+1,050)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,997 miles
    Test number
    171259640412
    • 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)

  25. Pass3,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    3,947 miles
    Test number
    373434768373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 GHF

Does LR55 GHF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 GHF is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GHF?
The MOT on LR55 GHF is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 GHF done?
LR55 GHF was recorded at 24,984 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 1,230 miles a year.
Has LR55 GHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GHF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 GHF 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 GHF find?
LR55 GHF passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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