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Purple · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 RDOMOT history

LS55 RDO is a purple petrol MINI first used on 6 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

LS55 RDO purple MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
113,568 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 RDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 RDO was last recorded at 113,568 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 2,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,512 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,056 miles
Average per year
5,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,568 miles
  • 2024 – 111,512 miles
  • 2023 – 109,108 miles
  • 2022 – 107,113 miles
  • 2021 – 105,480 miles
  • 2020 – 102,014 miles
  • 2019 – 95,298 miles
  • 2018 – 89,874 miles
  • 2017 – 86,711 miles
  • 2016 – 73,837 miles
  • 2015 – 61,660 miles
  • 2014 – 60,247 miles
  • 2013 – 55,807 miles
  • 2012 – 49,630 miles
  • 2011 – 40,499 miles
  • 2010 – 27,634 miles
  • 2009 – 21,212 miles
  • 2008 – 15,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,568 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,568 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,568 miles
    Test number
    754389546009
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,568 miles (+2,056)2 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,568 miles
    Test number
    401228431106
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,512 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,512 miles
    Test number
    694840765667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,512 miles (+2,404)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,512 miles
    Test number
    262669968653
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/inner edge heavily worn bald stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,108 miles3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,108 miles
    Test number
    358454114245
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail109,108 miles (+1,995)1 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,108 miles
    Test number
    551016685050
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass107,113 miles (+1,633)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,113 miles
    Test number
    442057841175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass105,480 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,480 miles
    Test number
    188065001269
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail105,480 miles (+3,466)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,480 miles
    Test number
    931988373421
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,014 miles (+6,716)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,014 miles
    Test number
    306880754216
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush/sub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1955516 rf (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush/sub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir filter intake pipe split
    • AdvisoryPoor image both headlights
    • AdvisoryScrew in nsf tyre

  11. Pass95,298 miles (+5,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,298 miles
    Test number
    910038281268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge completely bald, requires attention (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass89,874 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,874 miles
    Test number
    748230744755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,711 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,711 miles
    Test number
    930871533425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,710 miles (+12,873)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,710 miles
    Test number
    970948501117
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass73,837 miles (+12,177)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    687315401157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,660 miles
    Test number
    291168665172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,660 miles (+1,413)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,660 miles
    Test number
    615444172037
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red broken showing white light (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass60,247 miles (+4,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    727618624337
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass55,807 miles (+6,177)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,807 miles
    Test number
    479355323326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,630 miles (+9,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,630 miles
    Test number
    158591342354
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass40,499 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,499 miles
    Test number
    628038721339
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  22. Fail40,499 miles (+12,865)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,499 miles
    Test number
    427398421426
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  23. Pass27,634 miles (+6,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,634 miles
    Test number
    410042010312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass21,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,212 miles
    Test number
    750624339393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,212 miles (+6,126)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,212 miles
    Test number
    182574639388
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass15,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    15,086 miles
    Test number
    483833228409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 RDO

Does LS55 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 RDO is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 RDO?
The MOT on LS55 RDO is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 RDO done?
LS55 RDO was recorded at 113,568 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 5,825 miles a year.
Has LS55 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 RDO has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 RDO 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 RDO find?
LS55 RDO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 10 more.

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