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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS03 LSEMOT history

LS03 LSE is a black petrol MINI first used on 12 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2022.

LS03 LSE black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
81,715 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LSE was last recorded at 81,715 miles on 13 Sept 2022, 2,915 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Sept 2020: 75,672 miles, lower than 90,584 miles on 13 Sept 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,800 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,915 miles
Average per year
3,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,715 miles
  • 2021 – 78,800 miles
  • 2020 – 75,672 miles
  • 2019 – 90,584 miles
  • 2018 – 82,079 miles
  • 2017 – 74,215 miles
  • 2016 – 68,466 miles
  • 2015 – 64,654 miles
  • 2014 – 60,480 miles
  • 2013 – 57,036 miles
  • 2012 – 53,412 miles
  • 2011 – 47,945 miles
  • 2010 – 40,020 miles
  • 2009 – 37,758 miles
  • 2008 – 35,869 miles
  • 2007 – 34,022 miles
  • 2006 – 32,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,715 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,715 miles (+2,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,715 miles
    Test number
    460906488096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass78,800 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,800 miles
    Test number
    900651674484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,672 miles (-14,912)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,672 miles
    Test number
    738331848023
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMileage descrepancy due to change of speedo at 93653

  4. Pass90,584 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,584 miles
    Test number
    333935943617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,079 miles
    Test number
    945716378497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,709 miles (+8,494)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,709 miles
    Test number
    152529068965
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass74,215 miles (+5,749)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    329102916988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,466 miles (+3,812)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,466 miles
    Test number
    640392021018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread low edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  9. Pass64,654 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,654 miles
    Test number
    921583413628
    • Advisory1.5 litres of 5w30 synthetic oil added
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail64,654 miles (+4,174)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,654 miles
    Test number
    664295443638
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Advisory1.5 litres of 5w30 synthetic oil added
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass60,480 miles (+3,444)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,480 miles
    Test number
    657243284212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  12. Pass57,036 miles (+3,624)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,036 miles
    Test number
    329327593283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded

  13. Pass53,412 miles (+5,467)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,412 miles
    Test number
    368717872416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread is cracking
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded

  14. Pass47,945 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    257593071281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront & rear brake pads very low
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail47,945 miles (+7,925)2 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    827323671207
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront & rear brake pads very low
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass40,020 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,020 miles
    Test number
    823055360279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,758 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    37,758 miles
    Test number
    883541339204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,869 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,869 miles
    Test number
    824334638216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,022 miles (+1,523)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,022 miles
    Test number
    114583537298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    32,499 miles
    Test number
    362626236431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LSE

Does LS03 LSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 LSE expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LSE?
The MOT on LS03 LSE expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 LSE done?
LS03 LSE was recorded at 81,715 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2022, an average of 3,066 miles a year.
Has LS03 LSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LSE has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on LS03 LSE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS03 LSE find?
LS03 LSE passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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