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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 VUFMOT history

LR55 VUF is a black petrol MINI first used on 22 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 73,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LR55 VUF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,185 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VUF was last recorded at 73,185 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,179 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,185 miles
  • 2025 – 69,975 miles
  • 2024 – 66,533 miles
  • 2023 – 64,324 miles
  • 2022 – 62,207 miles
  • 2021 – 59,663 miles
  • 2020 – 58,711 miles
  • 2019 – 57,002 miles
  • 2018 – 54,379 miles
  • 2017 – 50,127 miles
  • 2016 – 47,335 miles
  • 2014 – 43,731 miles
  • 2013 – 40,186 miles
  • 2012 – 35,678 miles
  • 2011 – 30,077 miles
  • 2010 – 26,284 miles
  • 2009 – 22,596 miles
  • 2008 – 20,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,185 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator lens damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,185 miles (+6)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,185 miles
    Test number
    831139521777
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Fail73,179 miles (+3,204)1 dangerous2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,179 miles
    Test number
    105824132314
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure exhaust mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Pass69,975 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    938426595072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear General underbody corrosion

  4. Fail69,975 miles (+3,442)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    370432574636
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear General underbody corrosion

  5. Pass66,533 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,533 miles
    Test number
    485669310651
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody corroded

  6. Fail66,533 miles (+2,209)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,533 miles
    Test number
    106446293395
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody corroded

  7. Pass64,324 miles (+2,117)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    64,324 miles
    Test number
    181010326277
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass62,207 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    62,207 miles
    Test number
    613030318838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail62,207 miles (+2,544)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,207 miles
    Test number
    963460791535
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass59,663 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,663 miles
    Test number
    960677638949
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail59,663 miles (+952)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,663 miles
    Test number
    954900883662
    • MajorDirection indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass58,711 miles (+1,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    58,711 miles
    Test number
    622862518682
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass57,002 miles (+2,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    57,002 miles
    Test number
    999790373059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass54,379 miles (+4,252)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,379 miles
    Test number
    500601900319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,127 miles (+2,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    908436373427
    • AdvisoryRear Brake Pads Close to Legal Limit

  16. Pass47,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    467333067076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,335 miles (+3,604)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    220725376219
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass43,731 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,731 miles
    Test number
    489414354404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail43,731 miles (+3,545)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,731 miles
    Test number
    745434354379
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,186 miles (+4,508)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,186 miles
    Test number
    779312053388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,678 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,678 miles
    Test number
    878095302398
    • 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)

  22. Fail35,659 miles (+5,582)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,659 miles
    Test number
    438364702368
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)

  23. Fail30,077 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,077 miles
    Test number
    437864301389
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leval low

  24. Pass30,077 miles (+3,793)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,077 miles
    Test number
    789704901397
    • NoteCoolant leval low

  25. Pass26,284 miles (+3,688)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,284 miles
    Test number
    482126000472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,596 miles (+2,081)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,596 miles
    Test number
    784742229300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,515 miles
    Test number
    743342528370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VUF

Does LR55 VUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VUF is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VUF?
The MOT on LR55 VUF is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 VUF done?
LR55 VUF was recorded at 73,185 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 3,056 miles a year.
Has LR55 VUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VUF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 VUF 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 VUF find?
LR55 VUF passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 13 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 10 more.

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