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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LX55 YXZMOT history

LX55 YXZ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 9 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 71,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2022.

LX55 YXZ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2023
Mileage
71,332 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 YXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 YXZ was last recorded at 71,332 miles on 25 Aug 2022, 1,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,398 miles · 24 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,934 miles
Average per year
4,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 71,332 miles
  • 2021 – 69,398 miles
  • 2020 – 67,101 miles
  • 2019 – 66,175 miles
  • 2018 – 60,225 miles
  • 2017 – 46,690 miles
  • 2016 – 45,433 miles
  • 2015 – 41,739 miles
  • 2014 – 37,598 miles
  • 2013 – 31,473 miles
  • 2012 – 28,396 miles
  • 2011 – 23,792 miles
  • 2010 – 19,370 miles
  • 2009 – 15,895 miles
  • 2008 – 14,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,332 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded and mist oil (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,332 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,332 miles
    Test number
    410580172046
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded and mist oil (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail71,331 miles (+1,933)1 dangerous1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,331 miles
    Test number
    372683346640
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded and mist oil (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass69,398 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,398 miles
    Test number
    716848038775
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail69,398 miles (+2,297)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,398 miles
    Test number
    712533549658
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible BOTH (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass67,101 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    259613191937
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail67,083 miles (+908)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,083 miles
    Test number
    706232125222
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass66,175 miles (+5,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,175 miles
    Test number
    326220145263
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass60,225 miles (+596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,225 miles
    Test number
    759876031990
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded in places
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes leaking

  9. Fail59,629 miles (+12,939)2 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,629 miles
    Test number
    187961629836
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in places
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass46,690 miles (+1,257)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,690 miles
    Test number
    536642604145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,433 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    202643353556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,413 miles (+3,674)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,413 miles
    Test number
    420961154776
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass41,739 miles (+23)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    329397955062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail41,716 miles (+4,118)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,716 miles
    Test number
    135700355069
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass37,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,598 miles
    Test number
    286471454072
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail37,598 miles (+6,125)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,598 miles
    Test number
    955201154046
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass31,473 miles (+3,077)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,473 miles
    Test number
    658462753039
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer - outer casing corroded and splitting

  18. Pass28,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    28,396 miles
    Test number
    538058342013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,396 miles (+4,604)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,396 miles
    Test number
    649278642044
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass23,792 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    23,792 miles
    Test number
    445134951075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,370 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    19,370 miles
    Test number
    574363640051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,895 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,895 miles
    Test number
    411832749096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    14,633 miles
    Test number
    610671548282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 YXZ

Does LX55 YXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 YXZ expired on 24 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 YXZ?
The MOT on LX55 YXZ expired on 24 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 YXZ done?
LX55 YXZ was recorded at 71,332 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2022, an average of 4,053 miles a year.
Has LX55 YXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 YXZ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LX55 YXZ 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 YXZ find?
LX55 YXZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective faded; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective faded; central lower power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded and mist oil, and 6 more.

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