2005 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LV55 VLM
2005 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 98,191 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,191 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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LV55 VLM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 98,191 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LV55 VLM 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 (LV55 VLM) between December 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 2026 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: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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: “Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested Rear Brake Pipes Excessively Corroded (1.2.1 (g))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine dripping on to floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))”.
LV55 VLM Mileage History
- 08/12/202396,780 mi
- 12/12/202497,962 mi+1,182 mi
- 17/02/202698,189 mi+227 mi
- 24/07/202698,191 mi+2 mi
- 24/07/202698,191 mi
Average of roughly 537 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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