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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 BBUMOT history

LS55 BBU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 28 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 83,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2024.

LS55 BBU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2025
Mileage
83,727 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 BBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 BBU was last recorded at 83,727 miles on 3 Jun 2024, 5,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,905 miles · 26 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
5,822 miles
Average per year
4,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,727 miles
  • 2023 – 77,905 miles
  • 2021 – 73,379 miles
  • 2019 – 62,243 miles
  • 2018 – 42,401 miles
  • 2017 – 39,025 miles
  • 2016 – 34,990 miles
  • 2015 – 32,751 miles
  • 2014 – 30,010 miles
  • 2013 – 27,722 miles
  • 2012 – 26,360 miles
  • 2011 – 24,295 miles
  • 2010 – 22,647 miles
  • 2009 – 17,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,727 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Fuel cap sealing ring slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    83,727 miles
    Test number
    372929026121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail83,727 miles (+5,822)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,727 miles
    Test number
    351533926540
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass77,905 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,905 miles
    Test number
    104800075926
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring slightly perished

  4. Fail77,869 miles (+4,490)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,869 miles
    Test number
    242505967042
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring slightly perished

  5. Pass73,379 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    477052558461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,379 miles (+11,136)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    444294869433
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,243 miles (+19,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,243 miles
    Test number
    306622420144
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wisbone bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass42,401 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,401 miles
    Test number
    665124741545
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail42,401 miles (+3,376)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,401 miles
    Test number
    334773390892
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass39,025 miles (+4,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,025 miles
    Test number
    792013850818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Offside rear & Nearside front getting low (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass34,990 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,990 miles
    Test number
    824719860801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,751 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,751 miles
    Test number
    316923205234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,010 miles (+2,288)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,010 miles
    Test number
    295760174490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,722 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,722 miles
    Test number
    287944483423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,360 miles (+2,065)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,360 miles
    Test number
    535510182194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,295 miles (+1,648)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,295 miles
    Test number
    206009271487
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly binding

  17. Pass22,647 miles (+5,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    22,647 miles
    Test number
    191023280413
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass17,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    17,320 miles
    Test number
    420561449094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 BBU

Does LS55 BBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 BBU expired on 2 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 BBU?
The MOT on LS55 BBU expired on 2 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 BBU done?
LS55 BBU was recorded at 83,727 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2024, an average of 4,337 miles a year.
Has LS55 BBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 BBU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 BBU 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 LS55 BBU find?
LS55 BBU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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