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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LX55 VPMMOT history

LX55 VPM is a black petrol MINI first used on 9 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2025.

LX55 VPM black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2026
Mileage
89,251 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VPM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VPM was last recorded at 89,251 miles on 1 Mar 2025, 884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,367 miles · 12 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
884 miles
Average per year
4,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,251 miles
  • 2023 – 88,367 miles
  • 2022 – 85,189 miles
  • 2021 – 82,100 miles
  • 2020 – 79,490 miles
  • 2019 – 77,911 miles
  • 2018 – 76,158 miles
  • 2017 – 71,840 miles
  • 2016 – 64,494 miles
  • 2015 – 57,270 miles
  • 2014 – 51,386 miles
  • 2013 – 38,045 miles
  • 2012 – 34,807 miles
  • 2011 – 30,111 miles
  • 2010 – 25,195 miles
  • 2009 – 20,308 miles
  • 2008 – 16,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,251 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components have surface corrosion not adversely affecting strength or operation

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Surface corrosion present underbody of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,251 miles (+884)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    89,251 miles
    Test number
    251832133916
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension components have surface corrosion not adversely affecting strength or operation

  2. Pass88,367 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,367 miles
    Test number
    840331317334
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present underbody of vehicle

  3. Fail88,367 miles (+3,178)3 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,367 miles
    Test number
    356661590135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present underbody of vehicle

  4. Pass85,189 miles (+3,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,189 miles
    Test number
    869947517033
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present underbody of vehicle

  5. Pass82,100 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    478913703701
    • MinorFront Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail82,092 miles (+2,602)1 dangerous3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,092 miles
    Test number
    308251691786
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass79,490 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,490 miles
    Test number
    897447294679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present across front and rear suspension units

  8. Fail79,452 miles (+1,541)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,452 miles
    Test number
    506513232661
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion present across front and rear suspension units

  9. Pass77,911 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,911 miles
    Test number
    554921136783
    • 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 outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail77,869 miles (+1,711)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,869 miles
    Test number
    150731169957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass76,158 miles (+4,318)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,158 miles
    Test number
    558588732261
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Back box rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass71,840 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,840 miles
    Test number
    206495492771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,494 miles (+7,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,494 miles
    Test number
    342706151298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass57,270 miles (+5,884)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,270 miles
    Test number
    175680245275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,386 miles (+13,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,386 miles
    Test number
    428613254249
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,045 miles (+3,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,045 miles
    Test number
    359361633494
    • NoteAge related cracks o/s/r tyre
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all discs

  17. Pass34,807 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,807 miles
    Test number
    525761862262
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail34,804 miles (+4,693)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    607071742253
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass30,111 miles (+4,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,111 miles
    Test number
    489818721208
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass25,195 miles (+4,887)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,195 miles
    Test number
    384680230493
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass20,308 miles (+4,198)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    20,308 miles
    Test number
    213448439237
    • NoteFront wipers rubber split on ends
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

  22. Pass16,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    16,110 miles
    Test number
    493955248283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VPM

Does LX55 VPM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 VPM expired on 28 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VPM?
The MOT on LX55 VPM expired on 28 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 VPM done?
LX55 VPM was recorded at 89,251 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2025, an average of 4,434 miles a year.
Has LX55 VPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VPM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LX55 VPM 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 VPM find?
LX55 VPM passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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