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Black and White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L51 CVPMOT history

L51 CVP is a black and white petrol Rover Mini first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

L51 CVP black Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,249 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L51 CVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Black and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L51 CVP was last recorded at 81,249 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,845 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
404 miles
Average per year
1,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,249 miles
  • 2025 – 80,845 miles
  • 2024 – 79,656 miles
  • 2023 – 78,444 miles
  • 2021 – 76,429 miles
  • 2020 – 75,752 miles
  • 2019 – 75,105 miles
  • 2018 – 72,553 miles
  • 2016 – 70,863 miles
  • 2015 – 67,952 miles
  • 2014 – 62,426 miles
  • 2013 – 61,466 miles
  • 2012 – 59,955 miles
  • 2011 – 58,446 miles
  • 2009 – 57,000 miles
  • 2008 – 55,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,249 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Hazard light switch intermittent

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front dipped beam coming on same time when side light switched on only

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,249 miles (+404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,249 miles
    Test number
    967819584980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,845 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    80,845 miles
    Test number
    650246682991
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Side Front Frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail80,842 miles (+1,186)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,842 miles
    Test number
    686190099158
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Side Front Frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,656 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    895553247464
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail79,639 miles (+1,195)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,639 miles
    Test number
    536151847824
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel hose insecure FUEL FILTER (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass78,444 miles (+2,015)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,444 miles
    Test number
    949091269010
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod inner has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard light switch intermittent

  7. Pass76,429 miles (+14)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,429 miles
    Test number
    671366074260
    • AdvisoryFront dipped beam coming on same time when side light switched on only
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose, but not insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded, but not holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 all bushes perished front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard light switch intermittent

  8. Fail76,415 miles (+663)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,415 miles
    Test number
    332972248608
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront dipped beam coming on same time when side light switched on only
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose, but not insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded, but not holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 all bushes perished front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHazard light switch intermittent

  9. Pass75,752 miles (+647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    477588058783
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm ball joints slightly deteriorated however no play detected
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion and slight damage to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,105 miles (+2,552)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,105 miles
    Test number
    549324127496
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH Front Brake Discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie Rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie Rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ALL Shock Absorber Bushes perishing. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of slight damage & slight corrosion to Floorpan.

  11. Pass72,553 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,553 miles
    Test number
    164444033067
    • AdvisoryAll 4 shock absorber bushes perished

  12. Fail72,545 miles (+1,682)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,545 miles
    Test number
    456160758039
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

  13. Pass70,863 miles (+2,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,863 miles
    Test number
    287579216324
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass67,952 miles (+5)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,952 miles
    Test number
    279695545233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail67,947 miles (+154)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,947 miles
    Test number
    158324245277
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail67,793 miles (+5,367)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,793 miles
    Test number
    541391721654
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass62,426 miles (+960)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,426 miles
    Test number
    689360334105
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail61,466 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,466 miles
    Test number
    136823423156
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  19. Pass61,466 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,466 miles
    Test number
    688623523193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,955 miles (+1,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,955 miles
    Test number
    687673522196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass58,446 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,446 miles
    Test number
    288351801110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,440 miles (+1,440)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,440 miles
    Test number
    178775391408
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

  23. Pass57,000 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,000 miles
    Test number
    894204449389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,994 miles (+1,712)1 dangerous6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    303740329386
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLower steering column bush some movement

  25. Pass55,282 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,282 miles
    Test number
    173105548383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,279 miles (+7)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,279 miles
    Test number
    691197238361
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre sidewall cracking

  27. Fail55,272 miles13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,272 miles
    Test number
    451836528376
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L51 CVP

Does L51 CVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L51 CVP is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L51 CVP?
The MOT on L51 CVP is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L51 CVP done?
L51 CVP was recorded at 81,249 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 1,477 miles a year.
Has L51 CVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L51 CVP has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L51 CVP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L51 CVP find?
L51 CVP passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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