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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 DFNMOT history

LS05 DFN is a blue petrol MINI first used on 5 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2024.

LS05 DFN blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2025
Mileage
119,162 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 DFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 DFN was last recorded at 119,162 miles on 16 Feb 2024, 1,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,189 miles · 28 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,973 miles
Average per year
6,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,162 miles
  • 2023 – 117,189 miles
  • 2022 – 112,858 miles
  • 2021 – 112,854 miles
  • 2020 – 112,738 miles
  • 2019 – 108,627 miles
  • 2018 – 103,743 miles
  • 2017 – 96,243 miles
  • 2016 – 91,515 miles
  • 2015 – 86,296 miles
  • 2014 – 82,714 miles
  • 2013 – 76,416 miles
  • 2012 – 68,029 miles
  • 2011 – 56,436 miles
  • 2010 – 50,084 miles
  • 2009 – 37,367 miles
  • 2008 – 24,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,162 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Small amount of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Small amount of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both rear tyres worn close to limit, uneven wear, deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Corrosion exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Corrosion front to back and front metal brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside windscreen wiper poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,162 miles (+1,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    119,162 miles
    Test number
    383265218486
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,189 miles (+4,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,189 miles
    Test number
    903273649988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,858 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,858 miles
    Test number
    136859738688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,856 miles (+2)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,856 miles
    Test number
    906760749479
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail112,854 miles (+116)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,854 miles
    Test number
    484411159074
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass112,738 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,738 miles
    Test number
    480667395789
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disks rusting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator and side light housing loose but not likely to detach
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight damage to bonnet and bumper
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disks rusting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail112,738 miles (+4,111)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,738 miles
    Test number
    507771171789
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disks rusting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator and side light housing loose but not likely to detach
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight damage to bonnet and bumper
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disks rusting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass108,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,627 miles
    Test number
    457018885657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Small amount of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Small amount of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail108,627 miles (+4,884)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,627 miles
    Test number
    979848224476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Uneven tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Uneven tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Hole in rear exhaust silencer (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Small amount of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Small amount of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass103,743 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,743 miles
    Test number
    608321285704
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn close to limit, uneven wear, deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion exhaust
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front to back and front metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper poor condition

  11. Fail103,735 miles (+7,492)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,735 miles
    Test number
    969907737591
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn close to limit, uneven wear, deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion exhaust
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front to back and front metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper poor condition

  12. Pass96,243 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,243 miles
    Test number
    928165148626
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroding outer skin is coming off
    • AdvisoryRemove items from drivers view

  13. Fail96,243 miles (+4,728)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,243 miles
    Test number
    727463956449
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroding outer skin is coming off
    • AdvisoryRemove items from drivers view

  14. Pass91,515 miles (+5,219)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,515 miles
    Test number
    416850467173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,296 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,296 miles
    Test number
    219578535135
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  16. Fail86,295 miles (+3,581)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,295 miles
    Test number
    179666035117
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty

  17. Pass82,714 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,714 miles
    Test number
    778673444176
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust weak and rusty

  18. Fail82,714 miles (+6,298)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,714 miles
    Test number
    918733644155
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust weak and rusty

  19. Pass76,416 miles (+8,387)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,416 miles
    Test number
    765304323191
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  20. Pass68,029 miles (+11,593)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,029 miles
    Test number
    176986522136
    • NoteRear wiper split

  21. Pass56,436 miles (+6,352)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,436 miles
    Test number
    236313541402
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  22. Pass50,084 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,084 miles
    Test number
    772906410222
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail50,084 miles (+12,717)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,084 miles
    Test number
    762056410221
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass37,367 miles (+13,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,367 miles
    Test number
    404553089134
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass24,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,212 miles
    Test number
    994021278127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 DFN

Does LS05 DFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 DFN expired on 18 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 DFN?
The MOT on LS05 DFN expired on 18 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 DFN done?
LS05 DFN was recorded at 119,162 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2024, an average of 6,063 miles a year.
Has LS05 DFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 DFN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 DFN 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 DFN find?
LS05 DFN passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive under engine.

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