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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LX54 VBZMOT history

LX54 VBZ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

LX54 VBZ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2024
Mileage
113,331 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VBZ was last recorded at 113,331 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 3,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,563 miles · 12 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,768 miles
Average per year
4,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,331 miles
  • 2022 – 109,563 miles
  • 2021 – 105,768 miles
  • 2020 – 101,018 miles
  • 2019 – 97,077 miles
  • 2018 – 93,423 miles
  • 2017 – 90,078 miles
  • 2016 – 86,504 miles
  • 2015 – 81,975 miles
  • 2013 – 76,423 miles
  • 2012 – 68,776 miles
  • 2011 – 62,038 miles
  • 2010 – 55,082 miles
  • 2009 – 51,473 miles
  • 2008 – 43,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,331 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,331 miles (+3,768)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,331 miles
    Test number
    820451090890
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass109,563 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    109,563 miles
    Test number
    839797320684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail109,562 miles (+3,794)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,562 miles
    Test number
    805189822232
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass105,768 miles (+4,750)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,768 miles
    Test number
    319633088472
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perished in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass101,018 miles (+42)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,018 miles
    Test number
    716314446543
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail100,976 miles (+3,899)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,976 miles
    Test number
    293690103308
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing x1 bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass97,077 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,077 miles
    Test number
    608509989813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,423 miles (+3,345)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,423 miles
    Test number
    757354249424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  9. Pass90,078 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,078 miles
    Test number
    678417794715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,504 miles (+4,529)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,504 miles
    Test number
    569816160132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,975 miles (+5,552)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,975 miles
    Test number
    626371765070
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust pipe is slightly out of alignment.
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim slightly low.
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is poor condition.
    • NoteSteering column has loose gromit in engine bay.
  12. Pass76,423 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,423 miles
    Test number
    496247533315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail76,423 miles (+7,647)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,423 miles
    Test number
    568897333347
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass68,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,776 miles
    Test number
    956808432366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,776 miles (+6,738)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,776 miles
    Test number
    947746732355
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  16. Pass62,038 miles (+6,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,038 miles
    Test number
    568562231385
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass55,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,082 miles
    Test number
    304764190482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,082 miles (+3,609)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,082 miles
    Test number
    353274990215
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass51,473 miles (+8,293)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,473 miles
    Test number
    624673009366
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear number plate will require attention soon
  20. Pass43,180 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,180 miles
    Test number
    471373948121
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition
    • NoteWindscreen swept area scratched
  21. Fail43,180 miles5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,180 miles
    Test number
    552083548114
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition
    • NoteWindscreen swept area scratched

Questions about LX54 VBZ

Does LX54 VBZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VBZ expired on 19 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VBZ?
The MOT on LX54 VBZ expired on 19 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VBZ done?
LX54 VBZ was recorded at 113,331 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 4,503 miles a year.
Has LX54 VBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VBZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LX54 VBZ 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 VBZ find?
LX54 VBZ passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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