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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS03 VFNMOT history

LS03 VFN is a silver petrol MINI first used on 27 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 130,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

LS03 VFN silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2023
Mileage
130,787 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 VFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 VFN was last recorded at 130,787 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 2,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,080 miles · 7 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,707 miles
Average per year
6,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,787 miles
  • 2021 – 128,080 miles
  • 2020 – 125,539 miles
  • 2019 – 122,356 miles
  • 2018 – 120,638 miles
  • 2017 – 117,185 miles
  • 2016 – 114,162 miles
  • 2015 – 110,090 miles
  • 2014 – 107,098 miles
  • 2013 – 100,709 miles
  • 2012 – 87,397 miles
  • 2011 – 74,263 miles
  • 2010 – 58,535 miles
  • 2009 – 53,155 miles
  • 2008 – 45,266 miles
  • 2007 – 37,191 miles
  • 2006 – 26,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,787 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,787 miles
    Test number
    316439843865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail130,787 miles (+2,707)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,787 miles
    Test number
    303238377024
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass128,080 miles (+2,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    128,080 miles
    Test number
    755776112548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass125,539 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,539 miles
    Test number
    978837035170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail125,538 miles (+3,182)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,538 miles
    Test number
    559635572230
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass122,356 miles (+1,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,356 miles
    Test number
    335578418950
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass120,638 miles (+1)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,638 miles
    Test number
    469368509712
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre monitor light

  8. Fail120,637 miles (+24)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,637 miles
    Test number
    559968055837
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre monitor light

  9. Fail120,613 miles (+3,428)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,613 miles
    Test number
    867133677525
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass117,185 miles (+3,023)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    117,185 miles
    Test number
    549273213927
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn very low on inside edges

  11. Pass114,162 miles (+4,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,162 miles
    Test number
    880072412275
    • 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)

  12. Pass110,090 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,090 miles
    Test number
    976837705187
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail110,090 miles (+2,992)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,090 miles
    Test number
    249207905431
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass107,098 miles (+6,389)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,098 miles
    Test number
    628693914121
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding

  15. Pass100,709 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    100,709 miles
    Test number
    979487423229
    • NoteOff side drive shaft oil seal is leaking oil
    • NoteService indicator is on

  16. Fail100,709 miles (+13,312)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,709 miles
    Test number
    729777223266
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake discs are heavily worn
    • NoteOff side drive shaft oil seal is leaking oil
    • NoteService indicator is on

  17. Pass87,397 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    87,397 miles
    Test number
    965719142260
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from radiator

  18. Fail87,397 miles (+13,134)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,397 miles
    Test number
    476708442240
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from radiator

  19. Pass74,263 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    137209741286
    • NoteOff side rear number plate light lens cover missing

  20. Fail74,263 miles (+15,728)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    595799041283
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteOff side rear number plate light lens cover missing

  21. Fail58,535 miles4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,535 miles
    Test number
    483393140238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads look low
    • NoteOff side rear light lens cover missing may corrod bulb

  22. Pass58,535 miles (+5,380)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,535 miles
    Test number
    764393240286
    • NoteFront brake pads look low
    • NoteOff side rear light lens cover missing may corrod bulb

  23. Pass53,155 miles (+7,889)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    53,155 miles
    Test number
    234047709376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,266 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,266 miles
    Test number
    682928198243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,260 miles (+8,069)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,260 miles
    Test number
    301137598241
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  26. Pass37,191 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,191 miles
    Test number
    140335807379
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  27. Fail37,191 miles (+10,702)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,191 miles
    Test number
    424055807496
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  28. Pass26,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,489 miles
    Test number
    242486746100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 VFN

Does LS03 VFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 VFN expired on 13 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 VFN?
The MOT on LS03 VFN expired on 13 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 VFN done?
LS03 VFN was recorded at 130,787 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 6,474 miles a year.
Has LS03 VFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 VFN has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LS03 VFN 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 VFN find?
LS03 VFN passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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