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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 RFFMOT history

LS55 RFF is a red petrol MINI first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2025.

LS55 RFF red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2026
Mileage
131,507 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 RFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 RFF was last recorded at 131,507 miles on 20 Aug 2025, 11,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,297 miles · 5 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
11,210 miles
Average per year
6,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,507 miles
  • 2024 – 120,297 miles
  • 2023 – 110,820 miles
  • 2022 – 107,403 miles
  • 2021 – 101,763 miles
  • 2020 – 98,357 miles
  • 2019 – 97,533 miles
  • 2018 – 95,488 miles
  • 2017 – 90,125 miles
  • 2016 – 86,578 miles
  • 2015 – 81,927 miles
  • 2014 – 76,964 miles
  • 2013 – 70,678 miles
  • 2012 – 64,740 miles
  • 2011 – 56,252 miles
  • 2010 – 46,824 miles
  • 2009 – 37,544 miles
  • 2008 – 28,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,507 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Pump area (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewall/tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,507 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    131,507 miles
    Test number
    483551263283
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Pump area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail131,507 miles (+11,210)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,507 miles
    Test number
    662657860350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Pump area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass120,297 miles5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    120,297 miles
    Test number
    352815849485
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both - cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Pump / motor area (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Fail120,297 miles (+9,477)2 repaired5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,297 miles
    Test number
    375467182162
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both - cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Pump / motor area (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass110,820 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    110,820 miles
    Test number
    228067517811
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail110,608 miles (+3,205)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,608 miles
    Test number
    213452976012
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall torn cords exposed, tyre worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded onto flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded onto flexy pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes on N/S underbody (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on sidewall/tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass107,403 miles (+5,640)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    107,403 miles
    Test number
    771317326986
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLAMP BEAM IMAGES FADING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE CRACKING BADLY
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass101,763 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,763 miles
    Test number
    675750094078
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCracking in both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryWear in both front brake discs
  9. Fail101,763 miles (+3,406)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,763 miles
    Test number
    721996923613
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCracking in both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryWear in both front brake discs
  10. Pass98,357 miles (+824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,357 miles
    Test number
    730962176012
    • 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))
  11. Pass97,533 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,533 miles
    Test number
    686121227421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,488 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,488 miles
    Test number
    991116193574
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail95,484 miles (+5,359)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,484 miles
    Test number
    610643945006
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass90,125 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,125 miles
    Test number
    135418714301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,578 miles (+4,651)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,578 miles
    Test number
    576523961264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn very low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass81,927 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,927 miles
    Test number
    203827559494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,851 miles (+4,887)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,851 miles
    Test number
    686969344469
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass76,964 miles (+6,286)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,964 miles
    Test number
    648121924326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,678 miles (+5,938)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,678 miles
    Test number
    279928113321
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and has been run flat
  20. Pass64,740 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,740 miles
    Test number
    857558132334
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Fail64,717 miles (+8,465)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,717 miles
    Test number
    907143932336
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in outer sidewall
  22. Pass56,252 miles (+9,428)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,252 miles
    Test number
    936640321327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,824 miles
    Test number
    892397520302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,824 miles (+9,280)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,824 miles
    Test number
    224167320359
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  25. Pass37,544 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    37,544 miles
    Test number
    164171339353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,186 miles (+8,380)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,186 miles
    Test number
    810582429359
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass28,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,806 miles
    Test number
    243663948364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 RFF

Does LS55 RFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 RFF expired on 22 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 RFF?
The MOT on LS55 RFF expired on 22 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 RFF done?
LS55 RFF was recorded at 131,507 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2025, an average of 6,150 miles a year.
Has LS55 RFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 RFF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 RFF 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 RFF find?
LS55 RFF passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front direction indicator insecure; offside front position lamp insecure; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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