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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LX54 VBJMOT history

LX54 VBJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 4 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

LX54 VBJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2025
Mileage
130,087 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VBJ was last recorded at 130,087 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 13,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,339 miles · 8 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
13,748 miles
Average per year
6,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,087 miles
  • 2023 – 116,339 miles
  • 2022 – 102,454 miles
  • 2021 – 88,759 miles
  • 2020 – 77,592 miles
  • 2019 – 70,665 miles
  • 2018 – 66,812 miles
  • 2017 – 61,371 miles
  • 2016 – 58,662 miles
  • 2015 – 53,815 miles
  • 2014 – 49,819 miles
  • 2013 – 45,213 miles
  • 2012 – 41,175 miles
  • 2011 – 38,207 miles
  • 2010 – 33,646 miles
  • 2009 – 30,817 miles
  • 2008 – 25,449 miles
  • 2007 – 22,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,087 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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, 2020–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,087 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    130,087 miles
    Test number
    929769883182
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail130,087 miles (+13,748)1 dangerous1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,087 miles
    Test number
    632226291254
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working 175-65-15 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass116,339 miles (+13,885)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,339 miles
    Test number
    868179965779
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both ear silencer hangers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass102,454 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,454 miles
    Test number
    295693836375
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap washer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail102,454 miles (+13,695)2 dangerous2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,454 miles
    Test number
    992741861621
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap washer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass88,759 miles (+52)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,759 miles
    Test number
    765791316838
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Fail88,707 miles (+11,115)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,707 miles
    Test number
    974989822455
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Pass77,592 miles (+6,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,592 miles
    Test number
    878899593297
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts and rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass70,665 miles (+3,853)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,665 miles
    Test number
    386526831820
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass66,812 miles (+5,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,812 miles
    Test number
    629891516258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,371 miles
    Test number
    855039729345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,371 miles (+2,709)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,371 miles
    Test number
    925759738858
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass58,662 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,662 miles
    Test number
    380129867345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,815 miles (+3,996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    53,815 miles
    Test number
    984041902061
    • AdvisoryCentre cam cover gasket leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition

  15. Pass49,819 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    705534774242
    • NoteExhaust rear box outer skin corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a sidewall perish
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight cracked tread and sidewall perish
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail49,819 miles (+4,606)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    189744074204
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteExhaust rear box outer skin corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a sidewall perish
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight cracked tread and sidewall perish
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass45,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,213 miles
    Test number
    746807163273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,213 miles (+4,038)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,213 miles
    Test number
    296967963287
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass41,175 miles (+2,968)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    41,175 miles
    Test number
    199919182483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,207 miles (+4,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,207 miles
    Test number
    525358281083
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass33,646 miles (+2,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,646 miles
    Test number
    330287590094
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass30,817 miles (+5,368)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,817 miles
    Test number
    592930199038
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  23. Pass25,449 miles (+3,067)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,449 miles
    Test number
    223169398090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,382 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,382 miles
    Test number
    290285307358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteWipers smearing screen slightly
    • NoteX1 washer jet blocked

Questions about LX54 VBJ

Does LX54 VBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VBJ expired on 17 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VBJ?
The MOT on LX54 VBJ expired on 17 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VBJ done?
LX54 VBJ was recorded at 130,087 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 6,321 miles a year.
Has LX54 VBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VBJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LX54 VBJ 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 LX54 VBJ find?
LX54 VBJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 11 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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