2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LA05 GXM
2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/07/2005. Recorded mileage 77,422 miles. MOT valid until 16/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,422 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1598cc
LA05 GXM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/11/2025
- 77,422 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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LA05 GXM Mileage History
- 20/10/202374,273 mi
- 24/10/202374,266 mi-7 mi
- 23/10/202475,005 mi+739 mi
- 04/11/202475,024 mi+19 mi
- 17/11/202577,422 mi+2,398 mi
Average of roughly 1,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
LA05 GXM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mini Mini (LA05 GXM) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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