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Green · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS55 YXBMOT history

LS55 YXB is a green petrol MINI first used on 13 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

LS55 YXB green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,147 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 YXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 YXB was last recorded at 83,147 miles on 27 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,144 miles · 16 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,147 miles
  • 2025 – 73,001 miles
  • 2024 – 65,824 miles
  • 2023 – 63,929 miles
  • 2022 – 61,780 miles
  • 2021 – 59,808 miles
  • 2020 – 57,516 miles
  • 2019 – 54,344 miles
  • 2018 – 50,561 miles
  • 2017 – 47,998 miles
  • 2016 – 45,494 miles
  • 2015 – 43,078 miles
  • 2014 – 39,860 miles
  • 2013 – 37,181 miles
  • 2012 – 34,677 miles
  • 2011 – 31,407 miles
  • 2010 – 23,887 miles
  • 2009 – 18,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,147 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective too limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective too limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner too limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPAS leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryWipers smearyRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust vibration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,147 miles (+3)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,147 miles
    Test number
    685676365192
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective too limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective too limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner too limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPAS leak
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary
  2. Fail83,144 miles (+10,143)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,144 miles
    Test number
    943656328974
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective too limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective too limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner too limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPAS leak
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary
  3. Pass73,001 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,001 miles
    Test number
    596452480656
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust vibration
  4. Fail73,000 miles (+7,176)1 dangerous4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    263929109087
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust vibration
  5. Pass65,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    65,824 miles
    Test number
    404241403787
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail65,807 miles (+1,878)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,807 miles
    Test number
    823567587461
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass63,929 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    63,929 miles
    Test number
    200160532067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,780 miles (+1,972)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    61,780 miles
    Test number
    828830351129
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass59,808 miles (+2,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    313954017511
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal deteriorated
  10. Pass57,516 miles (+3,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,516 miles
    Test number
    803460914656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass54,344 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,344 miles
    Test number
    345294644827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,561 miles
    Test number
    865288080579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,561 miles (+2,563)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,561 miles
    Test number
    583833741158
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
  14. Pass47,998 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,998 miles
    Test number
    368798264179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,494 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,494 miles
    Test number
    217436214400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,078 miles (+3,218)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,078 miles
    Test number
    149820945181
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked
  17. Pass39,860 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,860 miles
    Test number
    206700644159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,181 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,181 miles
    Test number
    658243663133
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty
  19. Fail37,170 miles (+2,493)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,170 miles
    Test number
    229851963160
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty
    • NoteWipers smearing
  20. Pass34,677 miles (+3,270)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,677 miles
    Test number
    105515362158
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty
  21. Pass31,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,407 miles
    Test number
    536216261161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,407 miles (+1,691)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,407 miles
    Test number
    557106661124
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  23. Pass29,716 miles (+5,829)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,716 miles
    Test number
    136519921436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,887 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,887 miles
    Test number
    150977930474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,644 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,644 miles
    Test number
    594091039057
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  26. Pass18,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    18,644 miles
    Test number
    903641439049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 YXB

Does LS55 YXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 YXB is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 YXB?
The MOT on LS55 YXB is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 YXB done?
LS55 YXB was recorded at 83,147 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,725 miles a year.
Has LS55 YXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 YXB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 YXB 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 YXB find?
LS55 YXB passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective too limit; offside headlamp lens slightly defective too limit; stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 5 more.

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