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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 PWLMOT history

LR55 PWL is a black petrol MINI first used on 25 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2024.

LR55 PWL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
120,498 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 PWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 PWL was last recorded at 120,498 miles on 31 Oct 2024, 5,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,707 miles · 1 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
5,791 miles
Average per year
6,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,498 miles
  • 2023 – 114,707 miles
  • 2022 – 107,056 miles
  • 2021 – 98,713 miles
  • 2020 – 93,206 miles
  • 2019 – 84,106 miles
  • 2018 – 75,599 miles
  • 2017 – 69,516 miles
  • 2016 – 63,495 miles
  • 2015 – 60,846 miles
  • 2014 – 54,011 miles
  • 2012 – 47,802 miles
  • 2010 – 37,736 miles
  • 2009 – 30,526 miles
  • 2008 – 26,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,498 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/r jacking point corroded

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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,498 miles (+5,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,498 miles
    Test number
    247633634433
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r jacking point corroded

  2. Pass114,707 miles (+7,651)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    114,707 miles
    Test number
    769561989592
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both outer lips (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Jacking point area corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass107,056 miles (+8,343)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    107,056 miles
    Test number
    167823590320
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both sides on outer lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front sub-frame
    • AdvisoryWeep from engine and steering rack area

  4. Pass98,713 miles (+5,507)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,713 miles
    Test number
    126068443138
    • AdvisoryDamp around steering rack/pipes
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R jacking point has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass93,206 miles (+9,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,206 miles
    Test number
    701154911719
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass84,106 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,106 miles
    Test number
    302757463243
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing spring cups corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail84,106 miles (+8,507)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,106 miles
    Test number
    482615885294
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing spring cups corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass75,599 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,599 miles
    Test number
    319795521686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Fail75,597 miles (+6,081)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,597 miles
    Test number
    951835499175
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Inner Exhaust system not adequately supported Rear mount broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass69,516 miles (+6,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,516 miles
    Test number
    128419718885
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside & offside (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre - kerbing damage to outer side wall

  11. Pass63,495 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,495 miles
    Test number
    365582572751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail63,495 miles (+2,649)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,495 miles
    Test number
    455296678440
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass60,846 miles (+6,835)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,846 miles
    Test number
    186099085028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,011 miles (+6,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,011 miles
    Test number
    995597404129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass47,802 miles (+2,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,802 miles
    Test number
    486933012309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,627 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,627 miles
    Test number
    326505402184
    • NoteEngine light on indicating fault

  17. Fail45,627 miles (+7,891)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,627 miles
    Test number
    666585902160
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine light on indicating fault

  18. Pass37,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    37,736 miles
    Test number
    864215500377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,736 miles (+7,210)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,736 miles
    Test number
    443985200410
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass30,526 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,526 miles
    Test number
    913652629319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,513 miles
    Test number
    493125328425
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass18,528 miles (+6,643)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    18,528 miles
    Test number
    504765928312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    11,885 miles
    Test number
    743865038194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 PWL

Does LR55 PWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 PWL expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 PWL?
The MOT on LR55 PWL expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 PWL done?
LR55 PWL was recorded at 120,498 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2024, an average of 6,596 miles a year.
Has LR55 PWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 PWL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LR55 PWL 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 PWL find?
LR55 PWL passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2024 with 4 advisories: fuel cap seal perished; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including trailing arms; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, and 1 more.

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