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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LX55 YXKMOT history

LX55 YXK is a red petrol MINI first used on 14 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 177,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

LX55 YXK red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2023
Mileage
177,257 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 YXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 YXK was last recorded at 177,257 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 14,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,370 miles · 10 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
14,887 miles
Average per year
11,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 177,257 miles
  • 2021 – 162,370 miles
  • 2020 – 159,560 miles
  • 2019 – 143,297 miles
  • 2018 – 124,076 miles
  • 2017 – 102,406 miles
  • 2016 – 98,885 miles
  • 2015 – 86,822 miles
  • 2014 – 80,460 miles
  • 2013 – 70,843 miles
  • 2012 – 60,821 miles
  • 2011 – 50,849 miles
  • 2010 – 38,424 miles
  • 2009 – 22,543 miles
  • 2008 – 18,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,257 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,257 miles (+14,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    177,257 miles
    Test number
    483638771575
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass162,370 miles (+2,810)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    162,370 miles
    Test number
    966619756445
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass159,560 miles (+16,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    159,560 miles
    Test number
    905900231960
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,297 miles (+19,221)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,297 miles
    Test number
    963281977529
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch action very poor
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass124,076 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    124,076 miles
    Test number
    501649338069
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail124,075 miles (+21,669)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,075 miles
    Test number
    195706064123
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass102,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,406 miles
    Test number
    691313896220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,406 miles (+3,521)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,406 miles
    Test number
    990065546437
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  9. Pass98,885 miles (+12,063)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,885 miles
    Test number
    842952909006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,822 miles (+6,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,822 miles
    Test number
    231224311638
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass80,460 miles (+9,617)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,460 miles
    Test number
    259547384276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass70,843 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,843 miles
    Test number
    476893983250
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteUnable to find a switch for headlight washers. benefit of the doubt given as tester unfamiler with the system

  13. Fail70,843 miles (+1,206)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,843 miles
    Test number
    259283783267
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteUnable to find a switch for headlight washers. benefit of the doubt given as tester unfamiler with the system

  14. Pass69,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    289036363282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,637 miles (+8,816)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    828676963223
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass60,821 miles (+9,972)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,821 miles
    Test number
    358037852223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded and worn
    • NoteRear exhaust outer layers corroded

  17. Pass50,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,849 miles
    Test number
    948285351223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,849 miles (+12,425)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,849 miles
    Test number
    109515351268
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass38,424 miles (+15,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,424 miles
    Test number
    972378450290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass22,543 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,543 miles
    Test number
    360454259208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail22,506 miles (+3,826)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,506 miles
    Test number
    463568949279
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass18,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,680 miles
    Test number
    450551438229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 YXK

Does LX55 YXK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 YXK expired on 9 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 YXK?
The MOT on LX55 YXK expired on 9 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 YXK done?
LX55 YXK was recorded at 177,257 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 11,346 miles a year.
Has LX55 YXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 YXK has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LX55 YXK 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 YXK find?
LX55 YXK passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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