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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 FFCMOT history

LA51 FFC is a black petrol MINI first used on 2 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

LA51 FFC black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2026
Mileage
101,707 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FFC was last recorded at 101,707 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 2,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,998 miles · 28 May 2020
Between the last two tests
2,709 miles
Average per year
4,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,707 miles
  • 2020 – 98,998 miles
  • 2019 – 98,981 miles
  • 2018 – 98,181 miles
  • 2017 – 94,600 miles
  • 2016 – 90,765 miles
  • 2015 – 85,416 miles
  • 2014 – 80,826 miles
  • 2013 – 74,918 miles
  • 2012 – 69,493 miles
  • 2011 – 62,226 miles
  • 2010 – 56,565 miles
  • 2009 – 48,296 miles
  • 2008 – 40,734 miles
  • 2007 – 34,330 miles
  • 2006 – 22,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    536839620792
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    932412049808
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read4 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    475321597380
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass101,707 miles6 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,707 miles
    Test number
    891774202927
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    392626413882
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all faces corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth plastic head lights outputs reducing

  6. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    543487616884
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside fronts greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked/perished but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components light surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake long in operation

  7. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    776929507408
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside fronts greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked/perished but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components light surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake long in operation

  8. Pass98,998 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    98,998 miles
    Test number
    369984931051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  9. Fail98,981 miles (+800)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,981 miles
    Test number
    190995765212
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded As marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded As marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel tank fastening straps slightly corroded

  10. Pass98,181 miles (+3,581)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,181 miles
    Test number
    695336698108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade judders
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic head light units deteriorating

  11. Pass94,600 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,600 miles
    Test number
    841137749129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  12. Fail94,582 miles (+1,359)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,582 miles
    Test number
    750164193800
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Pass93,223 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,223 miles
    Test number
    669391772127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  14. Fail93,223 miles (+2,458)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,223 miles
    Test number
    106915598066
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component power steering reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  15. Pass90,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,765 miles
    Test number
    205786950259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper blade spilt
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade spilt

  16. Fail90,765 miles (+5,349)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,765 miles
    Test number
    657048788180
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper blade spilt
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade spilt

  17. Pass85,416 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,416 miles
    Test number
    334862844763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,343 miles (+4,517)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,343 miles
    Test number
    585349385440
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Fail80,826 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,826 miles
    Test number
    518200804343
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  20. Pass80,826 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,826 miles
    Test number
    936380704307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,918 miles (+5,425)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,918 miles
    Test number
    287441303343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,493 miles
    Test number
    925784312340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,493 miles (+7,267)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,493 miles
    Test number
    839615602370
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass62,226 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,226 miles
    Test number
    796340801332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,565 miles (+8,269)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,565 miles
    Test number
    503977620324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,296 miles (+7,562)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,296 miles
    Test number
    130840809384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,734 miles (+6,404)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,734 miles
    Test number
    500323818345
    • NoteFront discs ridged
    • NotePlay in steering column,possible steering wheel adjuster.

  28. Pass34,330 miles (+11,500)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,330 miles
    Test number
    174484527365
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to split
    • NoteFront discs ridged

  29. Fail22,830 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,830 miles
    Test number
    303174656371
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  30. Pass22,830 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,830 miles
    Test number
    534084856388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,815 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,815 miles
    Test number
    802741336323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass20,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,705 miles
    Test number
    570002416076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 FFC

Does LA51 FFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FFC expired on 24 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FFC?
The MOT on LA51 FFC expired on 24 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FFC done?
LA51 FFC was recorded at 101,707 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 4,469 miles a year.
Has LA51 FFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FFC has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 FFC 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 FFC find?
LA51 FFC passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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