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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 DFKMOT history

LS05 DFK is a red petrol MINI first used on 6 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 75,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

LS05 DFK red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
75,107 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 DFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 DFK was last recorded at 75,107 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 2,590 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,517 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,590 miles
Average per year
2,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,107 miles
  • 2024 – 69,441 miles
  • 2023 – 65,760 miles
  • 2022 – 63,216 miles
  • 2021 – 61,848 miles
  • 2020 – 60,101 miles
  • 2019 – 53,976 miles
  • 2018 – 48,949 miles
  • 2017 – 47,111 miles
  • 2016 – 44,063 miles
  • 2015 – 40,808 miles
  • 2014 – 38,144 miles
  • 2013 – 36,613 miles
  • 2012 – 33,664 miles
  • 2011 – 30,633 miles
  • 2010 – 29,358 miles
  • 2009 – 28,137 miles
  • 2008 – 24,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,107 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner and outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,107 miles (+2,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    521690006140
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,517 miles (+3,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    72,517 miles
    Test number
    148133759867
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,441 miles (+3,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,441 miles
    Test number
    677501520548
    • AdvisoryBoot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury both struts (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen

  4. Pass65,760 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,760 miles
    Test number
    474475799815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    63,216 miles
    Test number
    596432748084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,216 miles (+1,368)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,216 miles
    Test number
    516362731244
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass61,848 miles (+1,747)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,848 miles
    Test number
    880018802906
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth registration plate light lenses missing

  8. Pass60,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,101 miles
    Test number
    298361512281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail60,101 miles (+6,125)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,101 miles
    Test number
    352035890588
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass53,976 miles (+5,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,976 miles
    Test number
    835346067011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass48,949 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    48,949 miles
    Test number
    881289194738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,111 miles (+3,048)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,111 miles
    Test number
    275259531104
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cuts in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  13. Pass44,063 miles (+3,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,063 miles
    Test number
    994878362253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass40,808 miles (+2,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,808 miles
    Test number
    966929725115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass38,144 miles (+1,531)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,144 miles
    Test number
    286465724143
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass36,613 miles (+2,949)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,613 miles
    Test number
    378997323117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres and offside rear tyre perished
    • NoteExhaust back box clamp deteriorated

  17. Pass33,664 miles (+3,031)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,664 miles
    Test number
    747453222187
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing on edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing on edge

  18. Pass30,633 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,633 miles
    Test number
    685132231100
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded on inner side.

  19. Fail30,633 miles (+6)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,633 miles
    Test number
    687292231136
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded on inner side.

  20. Fail30,627 miles (+1,269)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,627 miles
    Test number
    886505721183
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteCracks on tyre wall both fronts and offside rear.
    • NoteStone chips on screen

  21. Fail29,358 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    552535820184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  22. Pass29,358 miles (+1,221)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    773755020189
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  23. Pass28,137 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,137 miles
    Test number
    601466439108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,856 miles
    Test number
    100820038129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 DFK

Does LS05 DFK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 DFK is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS05 DFK?
The MOT on LS05 DFK is valid until 19 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 DFK done?
LS05 DFK was recorded at 75,107 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 2,853 miles a year.
Has LS05 DFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 DFK has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 DFK 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 DFK find?
LS05 DFK passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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