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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 WLCMOT history

LR55 WLC is a silver petrol MINI first used on 12 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2023.

LR55 WLC silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2023
Mileage
79,589 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 WLC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2023
Latest MOT test
17 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR55 WLC was last recorded at 79,589 miles on 17 May 2023, 5,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,031 miles · 5 May 2022
Between the last two tests
5,558 miles
Average per year
2,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 79,589 miles
  • 2022 – 74,031 miles
  • 2021 – 64,759 miles
  • 2020 – 64,204 miles
  • 2019 – 63,145 miles
  • 2018 – 62,242 miles
  • 2017 – 60,899 miles
  • 2016 – 59,991 miles
  • 2015 – 59,154 miles
  • 2014 – 58,471 miles
  • 2013 – 56,633 miles
  • 2012 – 52,530 miles
  • 2011 – 51,062 miles
  • 2010 – 49,921 miles
  • 2009 – 49,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,589 miles
  • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,589 miles (+5,558)1 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,589 miles
    Test number
    547929637978
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass74,031 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,031 miles
    Test number
    159723148217
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  3. Fail74,031 miles (+9,272)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,031 miles
    Test number
    985983820930
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  4. Pass64,759 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    64,759 miles
    Test number
    578799234987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,204 miles (+1,059)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,204 miles
    Test number
    714730842231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass63,145 miles (+903)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,145 miles
    Test number
    685217177664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,242 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,242 miles
    Test number
    748486691959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,899 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,899 miles
    Test number
    464428848345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,991 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,991 miles
    Test number
    846640836317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,154 miles (+683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,154 miles
    Test number
    534869412778
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre side wall perish
  11. Pass58,471 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,471 miles
    Test number
    915335644240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,633 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,633 miles
    Test number
    439886943233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracked and perished side wall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre valve perished
  13. Fail56,631 miles (+1,331)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,631 miles
    Test number
    279165743231
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracked and perished side wall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre valve perished
  14. Pass55,300 miles (+2,770)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,300 miles
    Test number
    975995933083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBOTH REAR WHEELS ARE BINDING
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE HAS PERISHED SIDE WALL
  15. Pass52,530 miles (+1,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,530 miles
    Test number
    136004632410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass51,062 miles (+1,141)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,062 miles
    Test number
    186940441058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,921 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,921 miles
    Test number
    241029330060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,034 miles
    Test number
    304561849093
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about LR55 WLC

Does LR55 WLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 WLC expired on 27 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 WLC?
The MOT on LR55 WLC expired on 27 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 WLC done?
LR55 WLC was recorded at 79,589 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2023, an average of 2,142 miles a year.
Has LR55 WLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 WLC has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 WLC 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 WLC find?
LR55 WLC failed its latest MOT on 17 May 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust silencer likely to become detached; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 14 more.

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