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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 VNWMOT history

LS05 VNW is a blue petrol MINI first used on 2 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LS05 VNW blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,461 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VNW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 VNW was last recorded at 87,461 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 3,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
84,063 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,398 miles
Average per year
3,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,461 miles
  • 2025 – 84,063 miles
  • 2024 – 81,177 miles
  • 2023 – 78,428 miles
  • 2022 – 75,872 miles
  • 2021 – 72,629 miles
  • 2020 – 69,023 miles
  • 2019 – 67,100 miles
  • 2018 – 64,059 miles
  • 2017 – 61,667 miles
  • 2016 – 57,166 miles
  • 2015 – 52,205 miles
  • 2014 – 47,139 miles
  • 2013 – 42,467 miles
  • 2012 – 36,346 miles
  • 2011 – 28,852 miles
  • 2010 – 22,663 miles
  • 2009 – 19,028 miles
  • 2008 – 15,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,461 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderside corrosionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,461 miles (+3,398)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,461 miles
    Test number
    698197373560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  2. Pass84,063 miles (+2,886)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    84,063 miles
    Test number
    332203897647
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  3. Pass81,177 miles (+2,749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,177 miles
    Test number
    220693379641
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  4. Pass78,428 miles (+2,556)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    78,428 miles
    Test number
    929509726052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. Pass75,872 miles (+3,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,872 miles
    Test number
    141740444083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass72,629 miles (+3,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    979023071354
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass69,023 miles (+1,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,023 miles
    Test number
    662790036586
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,100 miles (+3,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,100 miles
    Test number
    527017427508
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass64,059 miles (+2,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,059 miles
    Test number
    469730510665
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))

  10. Pass61,667 miles (+4,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,667 miles
    Test number
    293064444541
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass57,166 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,166 miles
    Test number
    817168331101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,205 miles (+5,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,205 miles
    Test number
    965198945189
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass47,139 miles (+4,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,139 miles
    Test number
    696773154101
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass42,467 miles (+6,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,467 miles
    Test number
    956804753153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass36,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,346 miles
    Test number
    779010252126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,346 miles (+7,494)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,346 miles
    Test number
    967660752172
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass28,852 miles (+6,189)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,852 miles
    Test number
    649307231102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,663 miles (+3,635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,663 miles
    Test number
    264469430464
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass19,028 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,028 miles
    Test number
    551932259142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,108 miles
    Test number
    854774758166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 VNW

Does LS05 VNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 VNW is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VNW?
The MOT on LS05 VNW is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 VNW done?
LS05 VNW was recorded at 87,461 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,994 miles a year.
Has LS05 VNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VNW has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2012.
Has the mileage on LS05 VNW 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 VNW find?
LS05 VNW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arms, and 1 more.

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