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MINI Cooper S

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 VNEMOT history

LS55 VNE is a grey petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LS55 VNE grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,416 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VNE was last recorded at 79,416 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,340 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,076 miles
Average per year
3,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,416 miles
  • 2025 – 77,340 miles
  • 2024 – 73,745 miles
  • 2023 – 69,694 miles
  • 2021 – 65,639 miles
  • 2019 – 60,489 miles
  • 2018 – 56,398 miles
  • 2017 – 51,437 miles
  • 2016 – 46,198 miles
  • 2015 – 43,039 miles
  • 2014 – 39,514 miles
  • 2013 – 35,543 miles
  • 2012 – 30,685 miles
  • 2011 – 25,737 miles
  • 2010 – 19,113 miles
  • 2009 – 13,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,416 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,416 miles (+2,076)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,416 miles
    Test number
    893387343286
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,340 miles (+3,595)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    77,340 miles
    Test number
    815407008234
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,745 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,745 miles
    Test number
    335274489180
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered coil springs fitted x4
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail73,745 miles (+4,051)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,745 miles
    Test number
    107103243007
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered coil springs fitted x4
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass69,694 miles (+4,055)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,694 miles
    Test number
    647223839785
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass65,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    65,639 miles
    Test number
    163762896398
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    564428513567
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass60,489 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    60,489 miles
    Test number
    627914399239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,398 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    266802775940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Fail56,398 miles (+4,961)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    468342057296
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Pass51,437 miles (+5,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    583929498366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass46,198 miles (+3,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,198 miles
    Test number
    813035557463
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass43,039 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,039 miles
    Test number
    969908365102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,514 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,514 miles
    Test number
    668444854159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,512 miles (+3,969)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,512 miles
    Test number
    407657444168
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass35,543 miles (+4,858)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,543 miles
    Test number
    299536853156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,685 miles (+4,948)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,685 miles
    Test number
    548119342096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  18. Pass25,737 miles (+6,624)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    25,737 miles
    Test number
    607380551092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,113 miles (+5,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    19,113 miles
    Test number
    194654000478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass13,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    13,428 miles
    Test number
    922633209095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VNE

Does LS55 VNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VNE is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VNE?
The MOT on LS55 VNE is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VNE done?
LS55 VNE was recorded at 79,416 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,727 miles a year.
Has LS55 VNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VNE has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 VNE 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 VNE find?
LS55 VNE passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test; rear standard fitment seat belt missing, and 1 more.

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