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White · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LS55 ZLUMOT history

LS55 ZLU is a white petrol MINI first used on 25 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 176,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2023.

LS55 ZLU white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2024
Mileage
176,618 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 ZLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 ZLU was last recorded at 176,618 miles on 16 Feb 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,616 miles · 9 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,618 miles
  • 2022 – 172,370 miles
  • 2021 – 167,285 miles
  • 2020 – 155,910 miles
  • 2019 – 137,805 miles
  • 2018 – 122,982 miles
  • 2017 – 118,620 miles
  • 2016 – 112,623 miles
  • 2014 – 109,965 miles
  • 2012 – 97,095 miles
  • 2011 – 94,076 miles
  • 2010 – 83,753 miles
  • 2009 – 78,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,618 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both rear wheels bind slightly when rotated by hand

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,618 miles (+2)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    176,618 miles
    Test number
    170492470341
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail176,616 miles (+4,246)10 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    481892430326
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to brake pipe condition (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass172,370 miles (+5,085)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    172,370 miles
    Test number
    685674427210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass167,285 miles (+11,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    167,285 miles
    Test number
    524639225952
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass155,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    155,910 miles
    Test number
    827346660633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail155,910 miles (+18,105)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,910 miles
    Test number
    522562124630
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass137,805 miles (+14,823)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    137,805 miles
    Test number
    443753784797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    122,982 miles
    Test number
    777939321149
    • AdvisoryOuter sills plastic covered

  9. Fail122,982 miles (+4,362)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,982 miles
    Test number
    985072637735
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOuter sills plastic covered

  10. Pass118,620 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    605387131903
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking pad missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking pad missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail118,620 miles (+5,997)3 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    427770903137
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking pad missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking pad missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass112,623 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    112,623 miles
    Test number
    590433141682
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels bind slightly when rotated by hand
    • AdvisoryExhaust and especially rear silencer heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal switch moved vto re-check lights
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted & sill covers
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail112,623 miles (+2,658)5 failures17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,623 miles
    Test number
    583280033925
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels bind slightly when rotated by hand
    • AdvisoryExhaust and especially rear silencer heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside front jacking blocks missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal switch moved vto re-check lights
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted & sill covers
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass109,965 miles (+8,173)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    229752434310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,792 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    101,792 miles
    Test number
    636642904097
    • NoteOff side front tyre has small damage
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear tail pipe corroded

  16. Fail101,792 miles (+4,697)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,792 miles
    Test number
    649212804015
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOff side front tyre has small damage
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear tail pipe corroded

  17. Pass97,095 miles (+3,019)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    97,095 miles
    Test number
    657573162372
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded/pitted
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  18. Pass94,076 miles (+3,276)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    429193061481
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished
    • NoteRear inner discs corroded/pitted

  19. Fail90,800 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,800 miles
    Test number
    105978911412
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brakes are binding very slightly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall is slightly perished

  20. Pass90,800 miles (+7,047)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,800 miles
    Test number
    466838711040
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear brakes are binding very slightly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall is slightly perished

  21. Pass83,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    83,753 miles
    Test number
    101254310050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,753 miles (+5,538)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,753 miles
    Test number
    434204810011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass78,215 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,215 miles
    Test number
    453804229050
    • NoteInner rear pads wearing low

  24. Fail78,215 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,215 miles
    Test number
    893782929067
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteInner rear pads wearing low

Questions about LS55 ZLU

Does LS55 ZLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 ZLU expired on 15 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 ZLU?
The MOT on LS55 ZLU expired on 15 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 ZLU done?
LS55 ZLU was recorded at 176,618 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2023, an average of 6,995 miles a year.
Has LS55 ZLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 ZLU has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 ZLU 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 ZLU find?
LS55 ZLU passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2023 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front direction indicator insecure; offside front position lamp insecure, and 9 more.

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