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Purple · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS05 XKCMOT history

LS05 XKC is a purple petrol MINI first used on 25 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 55,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

LS05 XKC purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
55,293 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 XKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS05 XKC was last recorded at 55,293 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 3,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,236 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,057 miles
Average per year
2,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,293 miles
  • 2025 – 52,236 miles
  • 2024 – 46,268 miles
  • 2023 – 39,792 miles
  • 2022 – 35,801 miles
  • 2021 – 34,414 miles
  • 2020 – 32,989 miles
  • 2019 – 25,850 miles
  • 2018 – 23,662 miles
  • 2017 – 23,025 miles
  • 2016 – 22,330 miles
  • 2015 – 21,260 miles
  • 2014 – 19,158 miles
  • 2013 – 17,525 miles
  • 2012 – 15,749 miles
  • 2011 – 12,796 miles
  • 2010 – 10,852 miles
  • 2008 – 8,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,293 miles
  • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated flat (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured showing slight white(both) (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door release lever slightly defective inside an out (still works as it should)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (Lipped)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail55,293 miles (+3,057)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,293 miles
    Test number
    996857930275
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated flat (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured showing slight white(both) (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger door release lever slightly defective inside an out (still works as it should)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass52,236 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    52,236 miles
    Test number
    697560194001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (Lipped) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Washer jet partially blocked

  3. Fail52,230 miles (+5,962)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    483082622940
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (Lipped) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Washer jet partially blocked

  4. Pass46,268 miles (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,268 miles
    Test number
    696412778181
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail46,155 miles (+6,363)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,155 miles
    Test number
    927847094653
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass39,792 miles (+3,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    39,792 miles
    Test number
    485106850306
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass35,801 miles (+1,387)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    35,801 miles
    Test number
    126362274702
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRunflat tyres fitted to the rear non Runflat tyres fitted on front axle not recommended

  8. Pass34,414 miles (+1,425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    34,414 miles
    Test number
    902961518803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass32,989 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,989 miles
    Test number
    112997643657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,986 miles (+7,136)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,986 miles
    Test number
    428986636404
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass25,850 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    25,850 miles
    Test number
    639022319296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,662 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    23,662 miles
    Test number
    112148141278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail23,661 miles (+636)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,661 miles
    Test number
    186469183343
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass23,025 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    23,025 miles
    Test number
    252537745510
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim edge (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail23,024 miles (+694)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,024 miles
    Test number
    430784474807
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim edge (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass22,330 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,330 miles
    Test number
    295796679949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,328 miles (+1,068)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,328 miles
    Test number
    437033129837
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass21,260 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    21,260 miles
    Test number
    736298945155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,258 miles (+2,100)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,258 miles
    Test number
    148930945106
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteN/s/ and o/s front wipers slight slight

  20. Pass19,158 miles (+1,633)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    19,158 miles
    Test number
    295365004185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,525 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    17,525 miles
    Test number
    529513343175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,749 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    15,749 miles
    Test number
    418803492076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,796 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    12,796 miles
    Test number
    208019101141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,794 miles (+1,942)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,794 miles
    Test number
    388718201121
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  25. Pass10,852 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    10,852 miles
    Test number
    222852060113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail10,849 miles (+2,767)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,849 miles
    Test number
    252867240464
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE DAMAGED
    • NoteTHIS CAR IS OVERHEATING BADLY, HAD TO PUT LOTS OF WATER IN CAR

  27. Pass8,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    8,082 miles
    Test number
    311398078482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail8,082 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,082 miles
    Test number
    714936378279
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LS05 XKC

Does LS05 XKC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 XKC expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 XKC?
The MOT on LS05 XKC expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 XKC done?
LS05 XKC was recorded at 55,293 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 2,669 miles a year.
Has LS05 XKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 XKC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 XKC 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 XKC find?
LS05 XKC failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front and rear; nearside front brake disc significantly and obviously worn; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 12 more.

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