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Rover Mini

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,275 cc

L51 UMWMOT history

L51 UMW is a white petrol Rover Mini first used on 10 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 84,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

L51 UMW white Rover MINI – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Rover MINI, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,833 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L51 UMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
10 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L51 UMW was last recorded at 84,833 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,663 miles · 4 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
170 miles
Average per year
2,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,833 miles
  • 2024 – 84,663 miles
  • 2023 – 84,573 miles
  • 2022 – 84,551 miles
  • 2020 – 84,155 miles
  • 2019 – 83,592 miles
  • 2018 – 82,737 miles
  • 2017 – 81,160 miles
  • 2014 – 33,395 miles
  • 2013 – 31,140 miles
  • 2009 – 29,236 miles
  • 2008 – 27,442 miles
  • 2005 – 22,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,833 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    84,833 miles
    Test number
    469241803830
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail84,833 miles (+170)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,833 miles
    Test number
    796875533225
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,663 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,663 miles
    Test number
    504906332981
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,573 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,573 miles
    Test number
    709672255645
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail84,551 miles (+396)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,551 miles
    Test number
    914167188047
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass84,155 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,155 miles
    Test number
    944795954734
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail84,144 miles (+552)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,144 miles
    Test number
    468266914116
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,592 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,592 miles
    Test number
    739539632447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,737 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,737 miles
    Test number
    960473591217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,160 miles
    Test number
    653718816452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,160 miles (+47,765)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,160 miles
    Test number
    766548073569
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass33,395 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    33,395 miles
    Test number
    588507824005
    • NoteFront lower valance rusty

  13. Fail33,395 miles (+2,255)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,395 miles
    Test number
    456864624054
    • 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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront lower valance rusty

  14. Pass31,140 miles (+1,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,140 miles
    Test number
    728875033049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  15. Pass29,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,236 miles
    Test number
    770488909044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail29,236 miles (+1,794)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,236 miles
    Test number
    363067609011
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass27,442 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    27,442 miles
    Test number
    322736418002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,435 miles (+4,710)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    862324718023
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  19. Pass22,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    22,725 miles
    Test number
    301076715381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L51 UMW

Does L51 UMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L51 UMW is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L51 UMW?
The MOT on L51 UMW is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L51 UMW done?
L51 UMW was recorded at 84,833 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,979 miles a year.
Has L51 UMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L51 UMW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L51 UMW 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 UMW find?
L51 UMW passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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