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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LX54 VEVMOT history

LX54 VEV is a black petrol MINI first used on 8 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 110,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LX54 VEV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,865 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VEV was last recorded at 110,865 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 6,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,524 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,341 miles
Average per year
4,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,865 miles
  • 2025 – 104,524 miles
  • 2024 – 99,647 miles
  • 2023 – 96,066 miles
  • 2022 – 90,978 miles
  • 2020 – 86,971 miles
  • 2019 – 85,099 miles
  • 2018 – 84,128 miles
  • 2017 – 81,072 miles
  • 2016 – 77,906 miles
  • 2015 – 68,054 miles
  • 2014 – 61,487 miles
  • 2013 – 57,758 miles
  • 2011 – 48,011 miles
  • 2010 – 40,272 miles
  • 2009 – 32,346 miles
  • 2008 – 27,519 miles
  • 2007 – 19,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,865 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,865 miles (+6,341)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,865 miles
    Test number
    684517349991
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    104,524 miles
    Test number
    367847964408
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount has play.

  3. Fail104,524 miles (+4,877)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,524 miles
    Test number
    719324414470
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount has play.

  4. Pass99,647 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,647 miles
    Test number
    472645945745
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,647 miles (+40)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,647 miles
    Test number
    109306169551
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement borderline pass (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail99,607 miles (+3,541)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    497556825368
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,066 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,066 miles
    Test number
    214242120705
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail96,066 miles (+5,088)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,066 miles
    Test number
    391879137073
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,978 miles (+4,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,978 miles
    Test number
    200431823137
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess Lower (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass86,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,971 miles
    Test number
    468764392588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail86,971 miles (+1,872)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,971 miles
    Test number
    928836830227
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass85,099 miles (+971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,099 miles
    Test number
    989049412127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass84,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,128 miles
    Test number
    449593539483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,128 miles (+3,056)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,128 miles
    Test number
    144361768743
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass81,072 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,072 miles
    Test number
    617301039666
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/front tyre wall cut but not deep enough to reach cord or ply

  16. Fail81,009 miles (+3,103)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,009 miles
    Test number
    497370401557
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/front tyre wall has a cut but not deep enough to reach cord or ply

  17. Pass77,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,906 miles
    Test number
    666108358601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,906 miles (+19)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,906 miles
    Test number
    125210432231
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush Both (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail77,887 miles (+9,833)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    806795530881
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  20. Fail68,054 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,054 miles
    Test number
    306831055045
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass68,054 miles (+6,567)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,054 miles
    Test number
    369871955070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteFuel cap seal deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass61,487 miles (+3,729)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,487 miles
    Test number
    828350734082
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBrake Pedal Anti-Slip Provision is slightly Worn
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass57,758 miles (+9,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,758 miles
    Test number
    259997563085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass48,011 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    868032651250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,940 miles (+6,668)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,940 miles
    Test number
    388484071182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass40,272 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    203620960446
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  27. Fail40,272 miles (+7,926)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    293780260164
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  28. Pass32,346 miles (+4,827)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,346 miles
    Test number
    203575929417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,519 miles (+8,148)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,519 miles
    Test number
    813462128153
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  30. Pass19,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,371 miles
    Test number
    344835817003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 VEV

Does LX54 VEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 VEV is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VEV?
The MOT on LX54 VEV is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 VEV done?
LX54 VEV was recorded at 110,865 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 4,784 miles a year.
Has LX54 VEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VEV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX54 VEV 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 VEV find?
LX54 VEV passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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