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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 LPUMOT history

LS05 LPU is a black petrol MINI first used on 18 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

LS05 LPU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
94,233 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LPU was last recorded at 94,233 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,230 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,233 miles
  • 2025 – 93,431 miles
  • 2023 – 92,238 miles
  • 2022 – 88,172 miles
  • 2021 – 84,550 miles
  • 2020 – 81,348 miles
  • 2019 – 75,984 miles
  • 2014 – 72,483 miles
  • 2012 – 61,580 miles
  • 2011 – 54,500 miles
  • 2010 – 43,468 miles
  • 2009 – 38,167 miles
  • 2008 – 29,877 miles
  • 2007 – 22,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,233 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,233 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    94,233 miles
    Test number
    543196234250
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  2. Fail94,230 miles (+799)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,230 miles
    Test number
    583459303196
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Pass93,431 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,431 miles
    Test number
    973770961689
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  4. Fail93,431 miles (+1,193)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,431 miles
    Test number
    540307799538
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  5. Pass92,238 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,238 miles
    Test number
    867741276613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  6. Fail92,237 miles (+4,065)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,237 miles
    Test number
    312199867240
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  7. Pass88,172 miles (+3,622)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,172 miles
    Test number
    318906806421
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH TO N/S/R AND O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S AND O/S PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S AND O/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH N/S AND O/S (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass84,550 miles (+3,202)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,550 miles
    Test number
    107094103326
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,348 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    240571848223
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mount starting to split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail81,348 miles (+5,364)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    751679082706
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mount starting to split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass75,984 miles (+3,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,984 miles
    Test number
    250571255101
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass72,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,483 miles
    Test number
    665017444012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,483 miles (+10,903)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,483 miles
    Test number
    525017244048
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass61,580 miles (+7,080)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,580 miles
    Test number
    396641312348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,500 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,500 miles
    Test number
    807645511399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,847 miles
    Test number
    129449361124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail51,847 miles (+8,379)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,847 miles
    Test number
    486599161131
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass43,468 miles (+5,301)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,468 miles
    Test number
    993959160173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,167 miles (+8,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,167 miles
    Test number
    591106149266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass29,877 miles (+7,401)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,877 miles
    Test number
    963459648257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,476 miles
    Test number
    280804057220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 LPU

Does LS05 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 LPU is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LPU?
The MOT on LS05 LPU is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 LPU done?
LS05 LPU was recorded at 94,233 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,827 miles a year.
Has LS05 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LPU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 LPU 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 LPU find?
LS05 LPU passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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