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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,364 cc

LR55 MLKMOT history

LR55 MLK is a black diesel MINI first used on 22 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 116,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LR55 MLK black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
116,580 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MLK was last recorded at 116,580 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 3,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,083 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,497 miles
Average per year
5,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,580 miles
  • 2025 – 113,083 miles
  • 2024 – 107,985 miles
  • 2023 – 105,131 miles
  • 2022 – 102,407 miles
  • 2021 – 99,313 miles
  • 2020 – 97,512 miles
  • 2019 – 91,367 miles
  • 2018 – 86,201 miles
  • 2017 – 79,299 miles
  • 2016 – 72,010 miles
  • 2015 – 65,684 miles
  • 2014 – 60,251 miles
  • 2013 – 54,244 miles
  • 2012 – 48,400 miles
  • 2011 – 43,037 miles
  • 2010 – 36,687 miles
  • 2009 – 30,162 miles
  • 2008 – 23,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,580 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,580 miles (+3,497)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    116,580 miles
    Test number
    964808897498
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass113,083 miles (+5,098)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,083 miles
    Test number
    255836644382
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,985 miles
    Test number
    345278855959
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,984 miles (+2,853)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,984 miles
    Test number
    359043421025
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,131 miles (+2,724)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,131 miles
    Test number
    313106272852
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,407 miles (+3,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,407 miles
    Test number
    234824792652
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in(GREASE) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass99,313 miles (+1,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,313 miles
    Test number
    347153107320
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass97,512 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    97,512 miles
    Test number
    171712421057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,510 miles (+6,143)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,510 miles
    Test number
    133858405966
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLow oil

  10. Pass91,367 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,367 miles
    Test number
    875849635737
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travell

  11. Fail91,367 miles (+5,166)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,367 miles
    Test number
    606843163836
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travell

  12. Pass86,201 miles (+6,902)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,201 miles
    Test number
    839926766187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,299 miles (+7,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,299 miles
    Test number
    693752003335
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are wearing on inside edges and are at 2 mil of tread

  14. Pass72,010 miles (+6,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    775979219309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass65,684 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,684 miles
    Test number
    492792278222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail65,684 miles (+5,433)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,684 miles
    Test number
    679464901233
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass60,251 miles (+6,007)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,251 miles
    Test number
    467848184279
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteWipers poor

  18. Pass54,244 miles (+5,844)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,244 miles
    Test number
    898106073215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,400 miles (+5,363)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,400 miles
    Test number
    349863872406
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass43,037 miles (+6,350)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,037 miles
    Test number
    808163871246
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s rear brake disc pitted

  21. Pass36,687 miles (+6,525)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,687 miles
    Test number
    304028560206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,162 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,162 miles
    Test number
    184466089246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,160 miles (+6,446)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,160 miles
    Test number
    612255689284
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers poor

  24. Pass23,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    23,714 miles
    Test number
    814753988267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MLK

Does LR55 MLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 MLK is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MLK?
The MOT on LR55 MLK is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 MLK done?
LR55 MLK was recorded at 116,580 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 5,157 miles a year.
Has LR55 MLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MLK has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 MLK 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 MLK find?
LR55 MLK passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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