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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LS55 VPUMOT history

LS55 VPU is a blue petrol MINI first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 88,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2023.

LS55 VPU blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2024
Mileage
88,795 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VPU was last recorded at 88,795 miles on 3 Aug 2023, 6,948 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,847 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
6,948 miles
Average per year
5,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,795 miles
  • 2022 – 81,847 miles
  • 2021 – 74,660 miles
  • 2020 – 69,198 miles
  • 2019 – 67,194 miles
  • 2018 – 64,278 miles
  • 2017 – 57,232 miles
  • 2016 – 49,393 miles
  • 2015 – 44,747 miles
  • 2014 – 41,062 miles
  • 2013 – 38,199 miles
  • 2012 – 34,279 miles
  • 2011 – 26,126 miles
  • 2010 – 16,563 miles
  • 2009 – 15,076 miles
  • 2008 – 11,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,795 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,795 miles
    Test number
    187936705004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail88,795 miles (+6,948)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,795 miles
    Test number
    227108390554
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass81,847 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    629105714313
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail81,817 miles (+7,157)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,817 miles
    Test number
    258755849146
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass74,660 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,660 miles
    Test number
    657497626460
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail74,656 miles (+5,458)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,656 miles
    Test number
    820658888449
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,198 miles (+2,004)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,198 miles
    Test number
    734418856879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,194 miles
    Test number
    285991654915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,194 miles (+2,916)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,194 miles
    Test number
    411730916983
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass64,278 miles (+7,046)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,278 miles
    Test number
    340972496347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,232 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    256631774128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,229 miles (+7,836)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,229 miles
    Test number
    867457432871
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass49,393 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,393 miles
    Test number
    424802501527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,747 miles (+3,685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,747 miles
    Test number
    909377392571
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass41,062 miles (+2,863)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,062 miles
    Test number
    907687324211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,199 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,199 miles
    Test number
    469135633246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,279 miles (+8,153)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,279 miles
    Test number
    146955632292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,126 miles (+9,563)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,126 miles
    Test number
    295343671145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,563 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,563 miles
    Test number
    651836920118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,076 miles (+3,254)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    15,076 miles
    Test number
    524356259380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    11,822 miles
    Test number
    822803758306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VPU

Does LS55 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VPU expired on 2 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VPU?
The MOT on LS55 VPU expired on 2 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VPU done?
LS55 VPU was recorded at 88,795 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2023, an average of 5,264 miles a year.
Has LS55 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VPU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 VPU 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 VPU find?
LS55 VPU passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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