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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS03 HGGMOT history

LS03 HGG is a red petrol MINI first used on 2 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2023.

LS03 HGG red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
119,061 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 HGG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS03 HGG was last recorded at 119,061 miles on 17 Jan 2023, 3,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,175 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3,886 miles
Average per year
6,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,061 miles
  • 2022 – 115,175 miles
  • 2021 – 112,196 miles
  • 2020 – 110,288 miles
  • 2019 – 102,405 miles
  • 2018 – 96,798 miles
  • 2017 – 92,699 miles
  • 2016 – 87,053 miles
  • 2015 – 87,006 miles
  • 2014 – 82,527 miles
  • 2013 – 72,629 miles
  • 2012 – 68,712 miles
  • 2011 – 58,642 miles
  • 2010 – 43,753 miles
  • 2009 – 37,659 miles
  • 2008 – 26,590 miles
  • 2007 – 21,800 miles
  • 2006 – 18,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,061 miles
  • DangerousOIL LIGHT ONRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,061 miles (+3,886)1 dangerous9 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,061 miles
    Test number
    814644477690
    • DangerousOIL LIGHT ON
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass115,175 miles1 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,175 miles
    Test number
    459115326224
    • DangerousOIL LIGHT ON
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail115,175 miles (+2,979)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,175 miles
    Test number
    350058131453
    • DangerousOIL LIGHT ON
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass112,196 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    112,196 miles
    Test number
    640349711252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail112,195 miles (+1,907)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,195 miles
    Test number
    165568448210
    • DangerousOil light on
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded and union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,288 miles (+7,883)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,288 miles
    Test number
    481237982051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust loose in bracket

  7. Pass102,405 miles (+5,607)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    102,405 miles
    Test number
    306049960087
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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))
    • 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))

  8. Pass96,798 miles (+4,099)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    96,798 miles
    Test number
    665992747889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass92,699 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,699 miles
    Test number
    278632342856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail92,699 miles (+5,646)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,699 miles
    Test number
    425616767833
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass87,053 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,053 miles
    Test number
    595557221135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded strongly advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear nearside & offside brake components have slight restricted free movement
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil light came on during test

  12. Fail87,053 miles (+47)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,053 miles
    Test number
    167794484248
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded strongly advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear nearside & offside brake components have slight restricted free movement
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil light came on during test

  13. Pass87,006 miles (+94)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,006 miles
    Test number
    228769215404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil light on
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber hangers deteriorated

  14. Fail86,912 miles (+4,385)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,912 miles
    Test number
    448812495038
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil warning light on
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger deteriorated

  15. Pass82,527 miles (+9,898)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,527 miles
    Test number
    238253744176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass72,629 miles (+3,917)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    745579243149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust in poor condtion rear box

  17. Pass68,712 miles (+10,070)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,712 miles
    Test number
    986692852146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,642 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,642 miles
    Test number
    869052781185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail58,642 miles (+14,889)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,642 miles
    Test number
    897580481167
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass43,753 miles (+6,094)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,753 miles
    Test number
    202022680178
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteWiper blades split

  21. Pass37,659 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,659 miles
    Test number
    273172929116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,516 miles (+10,926)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,516 miles
    Test number
    200213819183
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass26,590 miles (+4,790)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,590 miles
    Test number
    390616388073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,800 miles
    Test number
    890577137122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,800 miles (+2,916)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,800 miles
    Test number
    984637737143
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  26. Pass18,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    18,884 miles
    Test number
    113977536101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 HGG

Does LS03 HGG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 HGG expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 HGG?
The MOT on LS03 HGG expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 HGG done?
LS03 HGG was recorded at 119,061 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2023, an average of 6,009 miles a year.
Has LS03 HGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 HGG has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS03 HGG 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 LS03 HGG find?
LS03 HGG failed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: oil light on; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction, and 17 more.

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