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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS03 VDLMOT history

LS03 VDL is a black petrol MINI first used on 20 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 76,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

LS03 VDL black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
76,566 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 VDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 VDL was last recorded at 76,566 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 3,713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,853 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
3,713 miles
Average per year
2,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,566 miles
  • 2022 – 72,853 miles
  • 2021 – 67,730 miles
  • 2019 – 63,810 miles
  • 2018 – 62,176 miles
  • 2017 – 60,500 miles
  • 2016 – 57,760 miles
  • 2015 – 55,758 miles
  • 2014 – 54,165 miles
  • 2013 – 52,193 miles
  • 2012 – 50,082 miles
  • 2011 – 48,608 miles
  • 2010 – 47,330 miles
  • 2008 – 43,037 miles
  • 2007 – 38,401 miles
  • 2006 – 33,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,566 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass76,566 miles (+3,713)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,566 miles
    Test number
    301407148192
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass72,853 miles (+2,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,853 miles
    Test number
    829178283387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail70,794 miles (+3,064)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,794 miles
    Test number
    551461527880
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (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))
  4. Pass67,730 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,730 miles
    Test number
    383098089592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,810 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,810 miles
    Test number
    792035242460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,176 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,176 miles
    Test number
    446891070982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,500 miles
    Test number
    416111982030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,500 miles (+2,740)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,500 miles
    Test number
    755031427826
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  9. Pass57,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,760 miles
    Test number
    671945849102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,760 miles (+2,002)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,760 miles
    Test number
    432223213352
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  11. Pass55,758 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    688701945130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  12. Fail55,758 miles (+1,593)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    736750945147
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear wiper rebber worn
  13. Pass54,165 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,165 miles
    Test number
    235020134172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiper washer not working + wiper split on ends
  14. Fail54,165 miles (+1,972)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,165 miles
    Test number
    446450634101
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiper washer not working + wiper split on ends
  15. Pass52,193 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,193 miles
    Test number
    946509113121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,082 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,082 miles
    Test number
    108238682499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,608 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,608 miles
    Test number
    269081911045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,330 miles (+4,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,330 miles
    Test number
    110551420092
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  19. Pass43,037 miles (+4,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,037 miles
    Test number
    901207428340
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  20. Pass38,401 miles (+5,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,401 miles
    Test number
    650138327322
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  21. Pass33,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,280 miles
    Test number
    294208526392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 VDL

Does LS03 VDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 VDL expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 VDL?
The MOT on LS03 VDL expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 VDL done?
LS03 VDL was recorded at 76,566 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 2,535 miles a year.
Has LS03 VDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 VDL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS03 VDL 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 VDL find?
LS03 VDL passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front lower position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 1 more.

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