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LG04 FNR

2004 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,545 mi
Last recorded106,545 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mini Mini (R58)63,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG04 FNR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 106,545 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 102,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 97,345 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 87,351 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 82,023 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 82,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 75,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive bottom of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 66,221 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

dampness from around steering rack area

o/s exhaust box rusty

oil leak from engine area

un even ware on o/s/r tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2019 63,099 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 60,107 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 56,468 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 56,467 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 53,906 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 53,529 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 51,769 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 51,769 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 51,399 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 5 Apr 2013 51,399 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 13 Apr 2012 50,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 50,426 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leaking from engine

Pass 9 Apr 2011 50,426 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leaking from engine

Pass 9 Apr 2010 49,501 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 9 Apr 2010 49,501 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 46,808 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 46,808 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 43,963 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 42,274 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 31,025 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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LG04 FNR is a 2004 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 63,099 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG04 FNR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 22 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG04 FNR registered?

LG04 FNR is a 2004 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 March 2004.

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