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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LS04 REUMOT history

LS04 REU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 26 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 72,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LS04 REU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
72,959 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 REU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 REU was last recorded at 72,959 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 4,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,596 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,363 miles
Average per year
3,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,959 miles
  • 2024 – 68,596 miles
  • 2023 – 58,748 miles
  • 2022 – 53,347 miles
  • 2021 – 49,500 miles
  • 2020 – 43,842 miles
  • 2019 – 40,121 miles
  • 2018 – 35,411 miles
  • 2017 – 30,767 miles
  • 2016 – 23,979 miles
  • 2015 – 22,019 miles
  • 2014 – 21,251 miles
  • 2013 – 20,141 miles
  • 2012 – 19,385 miles
  • 2011 – 18,528 miles
  • 2010 – 17,151 miles
  • 2009 – 14,731 miles
  • 2008 – 12,787 miles
  • 2007 – 8,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,959 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,959 miles (+4,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,959 miles
    Test number
    243519155214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,596 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,596 miles
    Test number
    728551238339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail68,596 miles (+9,848)2 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,596 miles
    Test number
    769715304248
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass58,748 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    58,748 miles
    Test number
    553672163327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail58,748 miles (+5,401)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,748 miles
    Test number
    380031812440
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass53,347 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    53,347 miles
    Test number
    452952061707
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail53,347 miles (+3,847)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,347 miles
    Test number
    193922254267
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass49,500 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    49,500 miles
    Test number
    703346369838
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail49,499 miles (+5,657)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,499 miles
    Test number
    805013321339
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass43,842 miles (+3,721)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,842 miles
    Test number
    690618059055
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass40,121 miles (+4,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,121 miles
    Test number
    659635693464
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel valves perishing
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  12. Pass35,411 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,411 miles
    Test number
    673510657303
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Fail35,411 miles (+4,644)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,411 miles
    Test number
    863294469357
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass30,767 miles (+6,788)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    30,767 miles
    Test number
    238161816792
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDamp around power steering pump

  15. Pass23,979 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    23,979 miles
    Test number
    591196167423
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyre valves are cracked
    • AdvisoryCentre caps fitted-Retainers not checked
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFuel cap starting to crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryPAS reservoir slight seepage

  16. Fail23,979 miles (+1,960)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,979 miles
    Test number
    519938561063
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush REAR BUSH (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush REAR BUSH (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyre valves are cracked
    • AdvisoryCentre caps fitted-Retainers not checked
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryFuel cap starting to crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryPAS reservoir slight seepage

  17. Pass22,019 miles (+768)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,019 miles
    Test number
    189250475003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres minor cracks

  18. Pass21,251 miles (+1,110)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,251 miles
    Test number
    649273184048
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre a cut
    • NoteRear tyres minor cracks

  19. Pass20,141 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,141 miles
    Test number
    848750303143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,385 miles
    Test number
    348146192099
    • 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)

  21. Fail19,385 miles (+857)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,385 miles
    Test number
    636836192062
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  22. Pass18,528 miles (+1,377)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,528 miles
    Test number
    238761401189
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass17,151 miles (+2,420)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,151 miles
    Test number
    374769700195
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass14,731 miles (+1,944)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,731 miles
    Test number
    922852599092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,787 miles (+4,046)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,787 miles
    Test number
    894458108171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    8,741 miles
    Test number
    610317407195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail8,741 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,741 miles
    Test number
    591887307176
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LS04 REU

Does LS04 REU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 REU is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS04 REU?
The MOT on LS04 REU is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 REU done?
LS04 REU was recorded at 72,959 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 3,461 miles a year.
Has LS04 REU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 REU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS04 REU 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 LS04 REU find?
LS04 REU passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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