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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LX55 LODMOT history

LX55 LOD is a red petrol MINI first used on 1 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 48,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

LX55 LOD red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,985 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LOD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 LOD was last recorded at 48,985 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 1,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,881 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,104 miles
Average per year
2,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,985 miles
  • 2025 – 47,881 miles
  • 2024 – 47,592 miles
  • 2023 – 47,195 miles
  • 2022 – 47,009 miles
  • 2021 – 46,670 miles
  • 2020 – 45,973 miles
  • 2019 – 43,632 miles
  • 2018 – 41,465 miles
  • 2017 – 36,686 miles
  • 2016 – 35,377 miles
  • 2015 – 32,559 miles
  • 2014 – 29,556 miles
  • 2013 – 25,711 miles
  • 2012 – 21,836 miles
  • 2011 – 17,074 miles
  • 2010 – 12,493 miles
  • 2008 – 6,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,985 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,985 miles (+1,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    281507461989
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass47,881 miles (+289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    47,881 miles
    Test number
    597163273805
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass47,592 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    47,592 miles
    Test number
    351375571461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail47,591 miles (+396)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,591 miles
    Test number
    965808103499
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass47,195 miles (+186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    47,195 miles
    Test number
    168365926640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass47,009 miles (+339)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    47,009 miles
    Test number
    940262755002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  7. Pass46,670 miles (+35)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    46,670 miles
    Test number
    638575500313
    • 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 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 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail46,635 miles (+662)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,635 miles
    Test number
    213205547900
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (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 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 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))

  9. Pass45,973 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    45,973 miles
    Test number
    355966158387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear box corroded

  10. Fail45,973 miles (+2,341)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,973 miles
    Test number
    680864046158
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear box corroded

  11. Pass43,632 miles (+2,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,632 miles
    Test number
    773382423519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass41,465 miles (+4,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    41,465 miles
    Test number
    117391062181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass36,686 miles (+1,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,686 miles
    Test number
    639685061790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  14. Pass35,377 miles (+2,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,377 miles
    Test number
    648814894284
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust section corroded

  15. Pass32,559 miles (+3,003)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,559 miles
    Test number
    489148975052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,556 miles (+3,845)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,556 miles
    Test number
    698127974018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,711 miles (+3,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    25,711 miles
    Test number
    695341183099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass21,836 miles (+4,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,836 miles
    Test number
    496286572058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass17,074 miles (+4,581)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,074 miles
    Test number
    256838461047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,493 miles (+6,054)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    12,493 miles
    Test number
    491916170064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail6,439 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,439 miles
    Test number
    481514078224
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass6,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    6,439 miles
    Test number
    963364578250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 LOD

Does LX55 LOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 LOD is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LOD?
The MOT on LX55 LOD is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 LOD done?
LX55 LOD was recorded at 48,985 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 2,369 miles a year.
Has LX55 LOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LOD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LX55 LOD 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 LX55 LOD find?
LX55 LOD passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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