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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 EKOMOT history

LA51 EKO is a green petrol MINI first used on 19 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 70,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LA51 EKO green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
70,559 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 EKO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 EKO was last recorded at 70,559 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 15,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,315 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15,244 miles
Average per year
2,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,559 miles
  • 2025 – 55,315 miles
  • 2023 – 53,672 miles
  • 2021 – 53,219 miles
  • 2020 – 48,099 miles
  • 2019 – 41,026 miles
  • 2018 – 35,419 miles
  • 2017 – 34,440 miles
  • 2016 – 33,388 miles
  • 2015 – 31,658 miles
  • 2014 – 30,720 miles
  • 2013 – 29,156 miles
  • 2012 – 26,668 miles
  • 2010 – 24,644 miles
  • 2009 – 21,331 miles
  • 2008 – 17,640 miles
  • 2007 – 16,417 miles
  • 2005 – 13,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,559 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Screen is chipped and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,559 miles (+15,244)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    70,559 miles
    Test number
    965909835316
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass55,315 miles (+1,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    55,315 miles
    Test number
    869054946832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySigns of leak engine area

  3. Pass53,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    606444474627
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail53,672 miles (+453)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    305583004404
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass53,219 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,219 miles
    Test number
    193538939758
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail53,205 miles (+5,106)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,205 miles
    Test number
    380305759053
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass48,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,099 miles
    Test number
    947261157639
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail48,099 miles (+7,073)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,099 miles
    Test number
    168576124718
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass41,026 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,026 miles
    Test number
    678609143082
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail41,023 miles (+5,604)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,023 miles
    Test number
    906363760918
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass35,419 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,419 miles
    Test number
    640458669752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,417 miles (+977)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    228178181990
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering motor noisey

  13. Pass34,440 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,440 miles
    Test number
    417277288518
    • AdvisoryNearside front steering arm is worn
    • AdvisoryPower steering is noisy in operation
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe is wet and showing signs of a leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded and peeling
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated and close to a failure
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped and cracked

  14. Fail34,440 miles (+1,052)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,440 miles
    Test number
    921162992566
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust box strap (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front steering arm is worn
    • AdvisoryPower steering is noisy in operation
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe is wet and showing signs of a leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded and peeling
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated and close to a failure
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped and cracked

  15. Pass33,388 miles (+1,730)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,388 miles
    Test number
    189216370960
    • AdvisoryNear side front lower wishbone inner ball joint is slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate is damaged
    • AdvisoryScreen is chipped and cracked
    • AdvisorySteering column is noisy in operation

  16. Pass31,658 miles (+938)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    31,658 miles
    Test number
    399334485163
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded, near side front strut top mount is worn, power steering is noisy in operation

  17. Pass30,720 miles (+1,564)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,720 miles
    Test number
    826600594129
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded.

  18. Pass29,156 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    959599243191
    • NotePower steering pump noisy, both front lower arm rear bushs weak, offside rear brake has slight bind

  19. Fail29,156 miles (+2,488)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    715039643154
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NotePower steering pump noisy, both front lower arm rear bushs weak, offside rear brake has slight bind

  20. Pass26,668 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,668 miles
    Test number
    615131132160
    • NoteAirbag light on, power steering pump noisy, nearside front tyre tread low and has a bald edge and close to failure, offside front tyre tread low

  21. Fail26,668 miles (+2,024)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,668 miles
    Test number
    315821432182
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on, power steering pump noisy, nearside front tyre tread low and has a bald edge and close to failure, offside front tyre tread low

  22. Pass24,644 miles (+3,313)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,644 miles
    Test number
    794770440152
    • NoteNear side front tyre is bald on edge

  23. Pass21,331 miles (+3,691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,331 miles
    Test number
    793015879090
    • NoteNear side front tyre is low outer edge

  24. Pass17,640 miles (+1,223)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,640 miles
    Test number
    814662478057
    • NoteFront and rear discs slight surface corrosion.

  25. Pass16,417 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,417 miles
    Test number
    361578717090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail13,941 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,941 miles
    Test number
    270052765392
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  27. Pass13,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    13,941 miles
    Test number
    751832765318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 EKO

Does LA51 EKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 EKO is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 EKO?
The MOT on LA51 EKO is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 EKO done?
LA51 EKO was recorded at 70,559 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 2,729 miles a year.
Has LA51 EKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 EKO has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 EKO 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 LA51 EKO find?
LA51 EKO passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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