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Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 TRVMOT history

LS55 TRV is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 8 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

LS55 TRV yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,639 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 TRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 TRV was last recorded at 114,639 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 May 2013: 72,097 miles, lower than 645,010 miles on 26 Apr 2012.
  • 10 Feb 2017: 69,921 miles, lower than 90,288 miles on 12 Feb 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
114,633 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,639 miles
  • 2023 – 112,280 miles
  • 2022 – 109,899 miles
  • 2020 – 105,709 miles
  • 2019 – 105,293 miles
  • 2018 – 103,322 miles
  • 2017 – 69,921 miles
  • 2016 – 90,288 miles
  • 2015 – 83,363 miles
  • 2013 – 75,932 miles
  • 2012 – 645,010 miles
  • 2011 – 52,149 miles
  • 2010 – 39,394 miles
  • 2008 – 31,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,639 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral under chassis corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear exhaust rubbers worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,639 miles (+6)3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,639 miles
    Test number
    490084133284
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under chassis corroded

  2. Fail114,633 miles (+2,353)3 major3 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,633 miles
    Test number
    313253969359
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under chassis corroded

  3. Pass112,280 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    112,280 miles
    Test number
    739928407980
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))

  4. Fail112,279 miles (+2,380)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    270491636976
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system at abs pump (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))

  5. Pass109,899 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,899 miles
    Test number
    932168425314
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers worn

  6. Fail109,883 miles (+4,174)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,883 miles
    Test number
    318655777283
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers worn

  7. Pass105,709 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,709 miles
    Test number
    707155765601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,293 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    105,293 miles
    Test number
    308742987534
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail105,293 miles (+1,971)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,293 miles
    Test number
    579702079479
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass103,322 miles (+33,401)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    103,322 miles
    Test number
    419793291199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass69,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    150745926531
    • AdvisoryOil Leak

  12. Fail69,921 miles (-20,367)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    240947957955
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak

  13. Pass90,288 miles (+6,925)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,288 miles
    Test number
    855472292169
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust kidney outer skin deteriorated.

  14. Pass83,363 miles (+7,431)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,363 miles
    Test number
    598590745066
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteLower power steering pipe is tie clipped to prevent fouling. Pipe is slightly contaminated but no visible leaks.
    • NoteNearside front bonnet catch slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteNearside rear registeration plate lamp lense missing and electrical contacts slightly oxidised.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin and brace slightly deteriorated.

  15. Pass75,932 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,932 miles
    Test number
    235049113387
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated.

  16. Fail75,931 miles (+3,834)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,931 miles
    Test number
    477379013414
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated.

  17. Pass72,097 miles (-572,913)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,097 miles
    Test number
    327127523150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlightly cut on offside front tyre outer shoulder.

  18. Pass645,010 miles (+592,861)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    645,010 miles
    Test number
    949137812147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass52,149 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,149 miles
    Test number
    377472311160
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake squeel.

  20. Fail52,149 miles (+12,755)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,149 miles
    Test number
    105282911148
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake squeel.

  21. Pass39,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,394 miles
    Test number
    344810190013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,394 miles (+7,533)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,394 miles
    Test number
    320228580075
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass31,861 miles (+6,734)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,861 miles
    Test number
    434071538487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,127 miles
    Test number
    290287388038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 TRV

Does LS55 TRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 TRV is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 TRV?
The MOT on LS55 TRV is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 TRV done?
LS55 TRV was recorded at 114,639 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 4,864 miles a year.
Has LS55 TRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 TRV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 TRV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 TRV find?
LS55 TRV passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 15 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 15 more.

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