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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LX54 VDMMOT history

LX54 VDM is a blue petrol MINI first used on 24 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 104,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

LX54 VDM blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2022
Mileage
104,894 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VDM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VDM was last recorded at 104,894 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,768 miles · 28 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
5,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 104,894 miles
  • 2019 – 104,441 miles
  • 2018 – 88,483 miles
  • 2017 – 82,848 miles
  • 2015 – 80,609 miles
  • 2014 – 76,281 miles
  • 2013 – 75,615 miles
  • 2012 – 69,535 miles
  • 2011 – 56,338 miles
  • 2010 – 48,125 miles
  • 2009 – 38,126 miles
  • 2008 – 30,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,894 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,894 miles (+126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,894 miles
    Test number
    606792187752
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail104,768 miles (+327)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,768 miles
    Test number
    200980186222
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

  3. Pass104,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,441 miles
    Test number
    570304878165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail104,441 miles (+15,958)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,441 miles
    Test number
    669049863247
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,483 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,483 miles
    Test number
    123115740365
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail88,482 miles (+5,634)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,482 miles
    Test number
    800671788254
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass82,848 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    82,848 miles
    Test number
    272015547786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,609 miles (+4,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,609 miles
    Test number
    402975863932
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes front to the rear slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slightly corroded

  9. Fail76,281 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,281 miles
    Test number
    327299114341
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cut in outer side wall but no cords exposed.
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing between tread bars.

  10. Pass76,281 miles (+666)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,281 miles
    Test number
    858369514368
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cut in outer side wall but no cords exposed.
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing between tread bars.

  11. Pass75,615 miles (+26)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,615 miles
    Test number
    217987113360
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low inner tread pattern..
    • NoteOffside rear , nearside rear brakes slightly binding when turning road wheel by hand..

  12. Fail75,589 miles (+6,054)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,589 miles
    Test number
    685126913371
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low inner tread pattern..
    • NoteOffside rear , nearside rear brakes slightly binding when turning road wheel by hand..

  13. Pass69,535 miles (+3,302)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,535 miles
    Test number
    315180192213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass66,233 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,233 miles
    Test number
    446320682072
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail66,232 miles (+9,894)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,232 miles
    Test number
    749109872018
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass56,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    119416851448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,338 miles (+8,213)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    668826051002
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass48,125 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    334915560024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deterated

  19. Fail48,125 miles (+9,999)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    744955060048
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deterated

  20. Pass38,126 miles (+7,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,126 miles
    Test number
    120837619478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  21. Pass30,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,509 miles
    Test number
    700408128048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LX54 VDM

Does LX54 VDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VDM expired on 31 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VDM?
The MOT on LX54 VDM expired on 31 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VDM done?
LX54 VDM was recorded at 104,894 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 5,406 miles a year.
Has LX54 VDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VDM has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LX54 VDM 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 VDM find?
LX54 VDM passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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