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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LS54 KNVMOT history

LS54 KNV is a purple petrol MINI first used on 25 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

LS54 KNV purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
83,927 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 KNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 KNV was last recorded at 83,927 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 1,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Nov 2017: 66,188 miles, lower than 82,546 miles on 28 Oct 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
82,379 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,548 miles
Average per year
3,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,927 miles
  • 2024 – 82,379 miles
  • 2023 – 80,794 miles
  • 2022 – 76,886 miles
  • 2021 – 75,646 miles
  • 2020 – 74,086 miles
  • 2019 – 72,559 miles
  • 2018 – 69,569 miles
  • 2017 – 66,188 miles
  • 2016 – 82,546 miles
  • 2015 – 58,753 miles
  • 2014 – 55,489 miles
  • 2013 – 51,999 miles
  • 2012 – 46,840 miles
  • 2011 – 41,648 miles
  • 2010 – 36,269 miles
  • 2009 – 32,108 miles
  • 2008 – 26,827 miles
  • 2007 – 21,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,927 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,927 miles (+1,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    83,927 miles
    Test number
    650780201151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded
  2. Pass82,379 miles (+1,585)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,379 miles
    Test number
    283178537675
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass80,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    80,794 miles
    Test number
    674349418507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail80,794 miles (+3,908)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,794 miles
    Test number
    538233030108
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass76,886 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,886 miles
    Test number
    442884966366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    805802583652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,646 miles (+1,560)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,646 miles
    Test number
    342255312614
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass74,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,086 miles
    Test number
    153275697555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  9. Fail74,086 miles (+1,527)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,086 miles
    Test number
    355267279163
    • MajorEmissions not tested major leak in exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak split at front of rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear pivot of front wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear pivot of front wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  10. Pass72,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    194872475555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,559 miles (+2,990)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    383262301736
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  12. Pass69,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    301878186341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,569 miles (+3,381)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    402870001426
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low no pattern (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage resevoir pipe (2.1.5 (a))
  14. Pass66,188 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,188 miles
    Test number
    765455645168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  15. Fail66,188 miles (-16,358)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,188 miles
    Test number
    136336053657
    • FailureNearside Front Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  16. Pass82,546 miles (+20,000)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,546 miles
    Test number
    675945194893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,546 miles (+3,793)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,546 miles
    Test number
    208265024838
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
  18. Pass58,753 miles (+3,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,753 miles
    Test number
    199621015224
    • AdvisoryOffside engine oil leak
  19. Fail55,489 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,489 miles
    Test number
    445742704328
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass55,489 miles (+3,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,489 miles
    Test number
    778212904334
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass51,999 miles (+5,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,999 miles
    Test number
    398726793420
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass46,840 miles (+5,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,840 miles
    Test number
    375980802316
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
  23. Pass41,648 miles (+5,379)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,648 miles
    Test number
    626311901304
    • NoteSlight brake drag at rear offside wheel.
  24. Pass36,269 miles (+4,161)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,269 miles
    Test number
    904189190234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,108 miles (+5,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,108 miles
    Test number
    683654229339
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  26. Pass26,827 miles (+5,434)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,827 miles
    Test number
    182349718351
    • 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)
    • NoteAdvise oil leak engine
  27. Pass21,393 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    21,393 miles
    Test number
    732825107331
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads look low and worn close to wear sensor.
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to wear sensor.
  28. Fail21,393 miles3 failures2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,393 miles
    Test number
    891395707362
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads look low and worn close to wear sensor.
    • NoteRear brake pads worn close to wear sensor.

Questions about LS54 KNV

Does LS54 KNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 KNV is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS54 KNV?
The MOT on LS54 KNV is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 KNV done?
LS54 KNV was recorded at 83,927 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 3,483 miles a year.
Has LS54 KNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 KNV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 KNV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS54 KNV find?
LS54 KNV passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive; front and rear suspension corroded.

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