
MINI
Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc
LS55 GDOMOT history
LS55 GDO is a blue petrol MINI first used on 17 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,345 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 15 Dec 2025
- Mileage
- 117,345 mi
- At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 17 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 5,808 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS55 GDO
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 17 Nov 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Dec 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
LS55 GDO was last recorded at 117,345 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 14,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 102,443 miles · 3 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 14,902 miles
- Average per year
- 5,808 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 117,345 miles
- 2024 – 102,443 miles
- 2023 – 90,742 miles
- 2022 – 86,399 miles
- 2021 – 82,128 miles
- 2020 – 79,347 miles
- 2019 – 77,426 miles
- 2018 – 75,013 miles
- 2017 – 73,094 miles
- 2016 – 71,078 miles
- 2015 – 66,975 miles
- 2014 – 59,366 miles
- 2013 – 52,534 miles
- 2012 – 48,375 miles
- 2011 – 42,962 miles
- 2010 – 34,799 miles
- 2009 – 27,381 miles
- 2008 – 18,321 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine oil low
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both near and offside.
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
27 tests since 28 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail117,345 miles (+14,902)14 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,345 miles
- Test number
- 673017737241
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine oil low
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass102,443 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 102,443 miles
- Test number
- 262744650851
- MinorInner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both near and offside. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail102,440 miles (+11,698)6 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,440 miles
- Test number
- 801800380183
- MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both. (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid From bleed screw. (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorInner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both near and offside. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass90,742 miles (+4,343)1 minor20 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 90,742 miles
- Test number
- 931347040038
- MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoolant leaks
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to middle joint (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leaks
Pass86,399 miles (+4,271)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 86,399 miles
- Test number
- 607605327321
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,128 miles (+20)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 82,128 miles
- Test number
- 930344107719
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail82,108 miles (+2,761)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,108 miles
- Test number
- 812006955774
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front most ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryCoolant level low
Pass79,347 miles (+6)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 79,347 miles
- Test number
- 468872662766
- AdvisoryBonnet Cable Not Connected To Release Handle But Still Can Release Bonnet
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded Slight (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Jacking Point Block Missing
Fail79,341 miles (+1,915)5 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,341 miles
- Test number
- 630697370401
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box Hole Due To Excessive Corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBonnet Cable Not Connected To Release Handle But Still Can Release Bonnet
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded Slight (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Jacking Point Block Missing
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass77,426 miles (+2,413)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 77,426 miles
- Test number
- 345248756242
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass75,013 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 75,013 miles
- Test number
- 600862814351
- AdvisoryBonnet pull cable/handle damaged..
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust silencer severely deteriorated needs attention (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Fail75,013 miles (+1,919)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,013 miles
- Test number
- 967021138540
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- AdvisoryBonnet pull cable/handle damaged..
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust silencer severely deteriorated needs attention (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Pass73,094 miles (+2,016)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 73,094 miles
- Test number
- 254424871540
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryEm light on
- AdvisoryTray and engine cover fitted
Pass71,078 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 71,078 miles
- Test number
- 605743266896
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail71,078 miles (+4,103)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,078 miles
- Test number
- 355558023882
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass66,975 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 66,975 miles
- Test number
- 993529038279
- AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY CORRDED
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWINDSCREEN CHIPPED
Fail66,975 miles (+7,609)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,975 miles
- Test number
- 830997703257
- DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY CORRDED
- AdvisoryUNABLE TO CHECK OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING AND TYRE PROPERLY
- AdvisoryWINDSCREEN CHIPPED
Pass59,366 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 59,366 miles
- Test number
- 566809704353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail59,365 miles (+6,831)2 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,365 miles
- Test number
- 169529904302
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- NoteRadial cracks in nearside rear tyre
- NoteRear exhaust mounting strap rusty
Pass52,534 miles (+4,159)1 advisory5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 52,534 miles
- Test number
- 317150613315
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine oil level is bellow 'MIN' mark
- NoteFront bumper is damaged
- NoteNearside front indicator lamp and fog lamp are damaged
- NoteNearside front suspension arm has its rear bush deteriorated
- NoteRear exhaust box is rusty
Pass48,375 miles (+5,413)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 48,375 miles
- Test number
- 349648312301
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass42,962 miles (+39)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 42,962 miles
- Test number
- 417715621347
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail42,923 miles (+8,124)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,923 miles
- Test number
- 115601321352
- FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass34,799 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 34,799 miles
- Test number
- 422234110346
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail34,798 miles (+7,417)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,798 miles
- Test number
- 521374110370
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass27,381 miles (+9,060)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 27,381 miles
- Test number
- 934183829302
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteOffside door mirror casing damaged
Pass18,321 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 18,321 miles
- Test number
- 424373238363
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS55 GDO
- Does LS55 GDO currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LS55 GDO expired on 15 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LS55 GDO?
- The MOT on LS55 GDO expired on 15 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LS55 GDO done?
- LS55 GDO was recorded at 117,345 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,808 miles a year.
- Has LS55 GDO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS55 GDO has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
- Has the mileage on LS55 GDO 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 GDO find?
- LS55 GDO failed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 14 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer, and 14 more.
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