LXI97 - MINI MINI
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 23 days ago
The MINI MINI, often referred to simply as the MINI, is a compact city car renowned for its distinctive design and agile performance. Manufactured by the British automotive marque MINI, a subsidiary of BMW, it has become an icon of urban mobility since its inception. Introduced in 2001, the MINI MINI features a compact footprint combined with clever interior space, making it ideal for navigating crowded city streets. Its core attributes include a sporty handling experience, efficient engines, and a timeless retro-inspired aesthetic that appeals to a diverse range of drivers. With a rich heritage rooted in the original Mini of the 1960s, the modern MINI MINI continues to embody innovation and style, maintaining its reputation as a fun, practical, and uniquely British vehicle.
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Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 24 MOT tests
This is a 2005 MINI, registration LXI97, registered in July 2005. The vehicle has a blue exterior and is powered by a 1598cc petrol engine, emitting approximately 175 g/km CO2. It currently holds a valid MOT, with the next test due by 17 February 2026. The latest MOT was conducted on 17 February 2025, with advisories including slight corrosion on rear brake hoses, a minor oil leak, slight play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint, and a defective rear exhaust mounting. The car has recorded a mileage of 42,896 miles and is taxed. No further mechanical issues are noted beyond the advisories.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
24
Passed Tests
18
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 17 February 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,896 mi
Expires: 16 February 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Failed - 17 February 2025 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,896 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Passed - 29 December 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,271 mi
Expires: 23 January 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 20 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,405 mi
Expires: 23 January 2024
Failed - 19 January 2023 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,405 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Dangerous Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 24 January 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,309 mi
Expires: 23 January 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Failed - 24 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,060 mi
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory exhaust system corroded
Passed - 24 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,060 mi
Expires: 24 June 2022
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory exhaust system corroded
Passed - 25 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,742 mi
Expires: 24 June 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread badly (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Windscreen has slight damage within swept area
- Advisory Exhaust system is corroded
- Advisory Rear brake discs have surface corrosion
Failed - 24 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,739 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread badly (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Windscreen has slight damage within swept area
- Advisory Exhaust system is corroded
- Advisory Exhaust mounting defective rear box strap corroded and broken (6.1.2 (a))
- Advisory Rear brake discs have surface corrosion
Passed - 25 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,281 mi
Expires: 26 December 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has slight damage within swept area
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Exhaust system is corroded
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play close to excessive (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 22 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,754 mi
Expires: 26 June 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Exhaust system corroded
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A
Passed - 15 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,162 mi
Expires: 26 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Front wheel rim scuffed
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Rear exhaust corroded
Passed - 24 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 26,406 mi
Expires: 26 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Rear exhaust box corroding
Passed - 22 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,705 mi
Expires: 26 June 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Passed - 27 June 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,044 mi
Expires: 26 June 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Failed - 27 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,233 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 27 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,233 mi
Expires: 26 June 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 27 July 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 16,469 mi
Expires: 30 July 2013
Passed - 29 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,809 mi
Expires: 30 July 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed - 30 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,210 mi
Expires: 30 July 2011
Passed - 23 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,584 mi
Expires: 30 July 2010
Failed - 23 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,584 mi
Passed - 22 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,236 mi
Expires: 30 July 2009
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for LXI97?
The MOT expires on 16 February 2026.
What is the tax status of LXI97?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of LXI97?
This is a 2005 MINI MINI in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1598cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of LXI97?
This vehicle produces 175 g/km of CO2 emissions.