MINI
Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc
LS05 DHCMOT history
LS05 DHC is a red petrol MINI first used on 13 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 122,714 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 26 May 2026
- Mileage
- 122,714 mi
- At MOT on 27 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 18 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 5,668 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS05 DHC
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 13 May 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 26 May 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 27 May 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS05 DHC was last recorded at 122,714 miles on 27 May 2025, 303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 122,411 miles · 25 May 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 303 miles
- Average per year
- 5,668 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 122,714 miles
- 2024 – 122,411 miles
- 2023 – 117,723 miles
- 2022 – 115,713 miles
- 2021 – 108,812 miles
- 2020 – 101,899 miles
- 2019 – 96,211 miles
- 2017 – 92,582 miles
- 2016 – 87,193 miles
- 2015 – 78,671 miles
- 2014 – 73,248 miles
- 2013 – 66,996 miles
- 2012 – 59,267 miles
- 2011 – 52,729 miles
- 2010 – 45,857 miles
- 2009 – 39,328 miles
- 2008 – 30,593 miles
- 2007 – 20,631 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass122,714 miles
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive engine
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016
Full MOT history
26 tests since 24 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass122,714 miles (+303)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2026
- Odometer
- 122,714 miles
- Test number
- 360862328389
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass122,411 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 May 2025
- Odometer
- 122,411 miles
- Test number
- 828464945538
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail122,411 miles (+4,688)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,411 miles
- Test number
- 478970853452
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass117,723 miles (+2,010)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2024
- Odometer
- 117,723 miles
- Test number
- 526398258554
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass115,713 miles (+6,901)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2023
- Odometer
- 115,713 miles
- Test number
- 187635178017
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass108,812 miles (+6,913)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 108,812 miles
- Test number
- 900600837470
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass101,899 miles (+5,688)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 31 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 101,899 miles
- Test number
- 581153542257
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass96,211 miles (+150)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 96,211 miles
- Test number
- 932639546072
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail96,061 miles (+3,479)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,061 miles
- Test number
- 773637352524
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass92,582 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 92,582 miles
- Test number
- 168746820187
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail92,581 miles (+5,388)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,581 miles
- Test number
- 728747914429
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass87,193 miles (+8,522)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 87,193 miles
- Test number
- 315160826792
- AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (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)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass78,671 miles (+5,423)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 78,671 miles
- Test number
- 998571265183
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,248 miles (+6,252)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 73,248 miles
- Test number
- 149652364107
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,996 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 66,996 miles
- Test number
- 277928253454
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,996 miles (+7,729)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,996 miles
- Test number
- 257518353467
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail59,267 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,267 miles
- Test number
- 268844652438
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear exhaust box & bracket corroded
Pass59,267 miles (+6,538)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 59,267 miles
- Test number
- 997724752167
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear exhaust box & bracket corroded
Pass52,729 miles (+102)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 52,729 miles
- Test number
- 755448251162
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail52,627 miles (+6,770)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,627 miles
- Test number
- 886641851139
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass45,857 miles (+6,529)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 45,857 miles
- Test number
- 783033850148
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteO/S/R tyre cracking on outer wall
Fail39,328 miles3 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,328 miles
- Test number
- 222300249448
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass39,328 miles (+8,735)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2010
- Odometer
- 39,328 miles
- Test number
- 442130149190
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass30,593 miles (+9,962)
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2009
- Odometer
- 30,593 miles
- Test number
- 480474638185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail20,631 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 20,631 miles
- Test number
- 424394347181
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Pass20,631 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2008
- Odometer
- 20,631 miles
- Test number
- 530303947194
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS05 DHC
- Does LS05 DHC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LS05 DHC expired on 26 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LS05 DHC?
- The MOT on LS05 DHC expired on 26 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LS05 DHC done?
- LS05 DHC was recorded at 122,714 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 5,668 miles a year.
- Has LS05 DHC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS05 DHC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2024.
- Has the mileage on LS05 DHC 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 DHC find?
- LS05 DHC passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 4 advisories: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.
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