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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LX55 VSGMOT history

LX55 VSG is a silver petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 92,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2025.

LX55 VSG silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2026
Mileage
92,410 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VSG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VSG was last recorded at 92,410 miles on 8 Mar 2025, 5,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,624 miles · 21 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5,786 miles
Average per year
3,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,410 miles
  • 2024 – 86,624 miles
  • 2023 – 85,417 miles
  • 2022 – 75,182 miles
  • 2021 – 68,511 miles
  • 2019 – 60,451 miles
  • 2018 – 56,965 miles
  • 2017 – 53,005 miles
  • 2016 – 51,336 miles
  • 2015 – 50,844 miles
  • 2014 – 47,346 miles
  • 2013 – 44,747 miles
  • 2012 – 43,562 miles
  • 2011 – 40,241 miles
  • 2010 – 36,706 miles
  • 2009 – 31,293 miles
  • 2008 – 26,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,410 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,410 miles (+5,786)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,410 miles
    Test number
    183873070863
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass86,624 miles (+1,207)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,624 miles
    Test number
    329069966279
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear box exhaust deteriorated

  3. Fail85,417 miles (+10,235)2 dangerous12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,417 miles
    Test number
    661492613408
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,182 miles (+6,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,182 miles
    Test number
    669565400481
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass68,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,511 miles
    Test number
    609980176242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,511 miles (+8,060)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,511 miles
    Test number
    342268280816
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass60,451 miles (+3,486)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,451 miles
    Test number
    470396271948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,965 miles (+3,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,965 miles
    Test number
    735886448742
    • 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))

  9. Pass53,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,005 miles
    Test number
    899710386986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,005 miles (+1,669)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,005 miles
    Test number
    454740172138
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

  11. Pass51,336 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,336 miles
    Test number
    193507774023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,844 miles (+3,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,844 miles
    Test number
    115359885458
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass47,346 miles (+2,599)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,346 miles
    Test number
    157801394477
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass44,747 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,747 miles
    Test number
    539664993042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail44,734 miles (+1,172)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,734 miles
    Test number
    147563593418
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,562 miles (+3,321)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,562 miles
    Test number
    466645162257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,241 miles (+3,535)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,241 miles
    Test number
    407306641214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,706 miles (+5,413)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    301334270234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,293 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,293 miles
    Test number
    210353679244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,848 miles
    Test number
    171531278256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VSG

Does LX55 VSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 VSG expired on 7 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VSG?
The MOT on LX55 VSG expired on 7 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 VSG done?
LX55 VSG was recorded at 92,410 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2025, an average of 3,987 miles a year.
Has LX55 VSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VSG has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LX55 VSG 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 VSG find?
LX55 VSG passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; front direction indicator slightly discoloured both; front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 6 more.

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