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Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 CFEMOT history

LS05 CFE is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 22 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 69,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

LS05 CFE yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
69,897 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 CFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 CFE was last recorded at 69,897 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 5,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,079 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,818 miles
Average per year
2,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,897 miles
  • 2024 – 64,079 miles
  • 2023 – 60,640 miles
  • 2022 – 56,442 miles
  • 2021 – 54,557 miles
  • 2020 – 53,178 miles
  • 2019 – 51,737 miles
  • 2018 – 48,055 miles
  • 2017 – 44,917 miles
  • 2016 – 43,315 miles
  • 2015 – 41,206 miles
  • 2014 – 39,063 miles
  • 2013 – 36,635 miles
  • 2012 – 35,199 miles
  • 2011 – 32,929 miles
  • 2010 – 29,641 miles
  • 2009 – 26,167 miles
  • 2008 – 22,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,897 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,897 miles (+5,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    69,897 miles
    Test number
    939382483832
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    64,079 miles
    Test number
    847692151744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail64,079 miles (+3,439)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,079 miles
    Test number
    354215162139
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass60,640 miles (+4,198)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,640 miles
    Test number
    437450789414
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced High level (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass56,442 miles (+1,885)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    56,442 miles
    Test number
    731761996968
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass54,557 miles (+1,379)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    549684093084
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fading (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working hi-level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both have slight wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage very slight (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass53,178 miles (+1,441)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,178 miles
    Test number
    191275598070
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing/lamp loose (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front have wear / lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass51,737 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,737 miles
    Test number
    850074675422
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail51,735 miles (+3,680)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,735 miles
    Test number
    668266263636
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass48,055 miles (+3,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,055 miles
    Test number
    954554709985
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass44,917 miles (+291)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    44,917 miles
    Test number
    107231061289
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass44,626 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,626 miles
    Test number
    124195535753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,315 miles (+2,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,315 miles
    Test number
    699085242876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass41,206 miles (+2,143)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,206 miles
    Test number
    498640415113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking with age

  15. Pass39,063 miles (+2,428)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,063 miles
    Test number
    209612624196
    • NoteFront suspension bushs slightly weak
    • NoteRear tyres cracking with age
    • NoteSlight oil leak from engine sump area

  16. Pass36,635 miles (+1,436)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,635 miles
    Test number
    806043793006
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm bushs slightly weak
    • NoteFront tyre edges cracking
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass35,199 miles (+2,270)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,199 miles
    Test number
    648103592048
    • NoteN/s & o/s front lower suspension bushs weak

  18. Pass32,929 miles (+3,288)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,929 miles
    Test number
    198728881051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass29,641 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,641 miles
    Test number
    401489690067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,167 miles (+3,747)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,167 miles
    Test number
    610751419165
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass22,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,420 miles
    Test number
    322552918199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 CFE

Does LS05 CFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 CFE is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS05 CFE?
The MOT on LS05 CFE is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 CFE done?
LS05 CFE was recorded at 69,897 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 2,694 miles a year.
Has LS05 CFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 CFE has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS05 CFE 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 LS05 CFE find?
LS05 CFE passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges; oil leak, but not excessive.

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