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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 FFSMOT history

LA51 FFS is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 161,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

LA51 FFS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
161,423 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FFS was last recorded at 161,423 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,351 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
5,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,423 miles
  • 2025 – 161,351 miles
  • 2023 – 156,743 miles
  • 2022 – 153,549 miles
  • 2021 – 147,959 miles
  • 2020 – 144,942 miles
  • 2019 – 143,296 miles
  • 2018 – 141,632 miles
  • 2017 – 136,735 miles
  • 2016 – 130,157 miles
  • 2015 – 126,132 miles
  • 2014 – 118,645 miles
  • 2013 – 113,612 miles
  • 2012 – 109,181 miles
  • 2011 – 104,933 miles
  • 2010 – 95,825 miles
  • 2009 – 90,077 miles
  • 2008 – 82,688 miles
  • 2007 – 68,604 miles
  • 2006 – 56,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,423 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside plastic sill trim sticking down

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,423 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    161,423 miles
    Test number
    288746423525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail161,351 miles (+4,608)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,351 miles
    Test number
    929495636478
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass156,743 miles (+3,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    156,743 miles
    Test number
    535854788203
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroding

  4. Pass153,549 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    153,549 miles
    Test number
    951087540124
    • AdvisoryNearside plastic sill trim sticking down
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  5. Fail153,549 miles (+3,566)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,549 miles
    Test number
    456932815632
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible top mount not rotating (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside plastic sill trim sticking down
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  6. Pass149,983 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    149,983 miles
    Test number
    614838425144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill plastic trim damaged and hanging down
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail149,982 miles (+2,023)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,982 miles
    Test number
    671837881564
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure spring moving on top mount (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill plastic trim damaged and hanging down
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass147,959 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,959 miles
    Test number
    583331262564
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill plastic trim sticking down
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Fail147,959 miles (+3,017)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,959 miles
    Test number
    135886673324
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect light lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect light lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column attachment defective column adjustment loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill plastic trim sticking down

  10. Pass144,942 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,942 miles
    Test number
    442962462926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail144,941 miles (+1,645)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,941 miles
    Test number
    622791101892
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass143,296 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    143,296 miles
    Test number
    187055768159
    • AdvisoryFront STRUT TOPS NOISE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear NO PLATE LENS MISSING
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail143,295 miles (+1,663)3 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,295 miles
    Test number
    277634330836
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system FRONT TO REAR PIPE NEAR FRONT (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront STRUT TOPS NOISE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear NO PLATE LENS MISSING
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail141,632 miles (+4,897)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,632 miles
    Test number
    808696340682
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass136,735 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    136,735 miles
    Test number
    230368720261
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment bearing feels and sounds rough (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail136,735 miles (+6,578)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,735 miles
    Test number
    699339710207
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking a little oil (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly bearing feels and sounds rough (2.5.B.1b)

  17. Pass130,157 miles (+4,025)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,157 miles
    Test number
    443664187889
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the inside edge and slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box hanger melted and no longer effective

  18. Pass126,132 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    126,132 miles
    Test number
    876001119450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail126,132 miles (+7,487)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,132 miles
    Test number
    423255020331
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened top mount broken up (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass118,645 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    118,645 miles
    Test number
    678993564276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,612 miles (+4,431)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,612 miles
    Test number
    316573263279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,181 miles (+4,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    109,181 miles
    Test number
    278069142292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass104,933 miles (+9,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,933 miles
    Test number
    965629841206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass95,825 miles (+5,748)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,825 miles
    Test number
    730854590173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass90,077 miles (+7,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,077 miles
    Test number
    994846599164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass82,688 miles (+14,084)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    82,688 miles
    Test number
    291564098402
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  27. Pass68,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,604 miles
    Test number
    231192597119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,604 miles (+11,997)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,604 miles
    Test number
    110562397110
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass56,607 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,607 miles
    Test number
    232443246123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LA51 FFS

Does LA51 FFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 FFS is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FFS?
The MOT on LA51 FFS is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 FFS done?
LA51 FFS was recorded at 161,423 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 5,343 miles a year.
Has LA51 FFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FFS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 FFS 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 FFS find?
LA51 FFS passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear.

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