2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LF05 LFU
2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 96,155 miles. MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,155 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LF05 LFU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
- 96,155 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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LF05 LFU Mileage History
- 18/01/202283,711 mi
- 02/02/202386,985 mi+3,274 mi
- 02/02/202490,012 mi+3,027 mi
- 05/02/202593,092 mi+3,080 mi
- 12/02/202696,155 mi+3,063 mi
Average of roughly 3,059 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LF05 LFU 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 (LF05 LFU) between January 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
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