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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LA51 FRJMOT history

LA51 FRJ is a green petrol MINI first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 160,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

LA51 FRJ green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
160,743 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FRJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FRJ was last recorded at 160,743 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Aug 2017: 113,206 miles, lower than 113,214 miles on 9 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
160,743 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,743 miles
  • 2024 – 156,316 miles
  • 2023 – 150,944 miles
  • 2022 – 145,437 miles
  • 2021 – 139,585 miles
  • 2020 – 134,396 miles
  • 2019 – 129,278 miles
  • 2018 – 122,019 miles
  • 2017 – 113,206 miles
  • 2016 – 103,630 miles
  • 2015 – 92,767 miles
  • 2014 – 82,184 miles
  • 2013 – 77,596 miles
  • 2011 – 71,196 miles
  • 2010 – 63,521 miles
  • 2009 – 54,628 miles
  • 2008 – 47,692 miles
  • 2007 – 41,690 miles
  • 2006 – 36,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,743 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse light not workingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear exhaust hanger rubber deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front number plate cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,743 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    160,743 miles
    Test number
    121701472892
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Fail160,743 miles (+4,427)2 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,743 miles
    Test number
    807309792623
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing 2 x bolts missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. Pass156,316 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    156,316 miles
    Test number
    666397026036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger rubber deteriorated
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  4. Fail156,316 miles (+5,372)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,316 miles
    Test number
    256555090564
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible damage (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger rubber deteriorated
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  5. Pass150,944 miles (+5,507)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,944 miles
    Test number
    990009581731
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass145,437 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,437 miles
    Test number
    526514170483
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage

  7. Fail145,437 miles (+5,852)1 dangerous1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,437 miles
    Test number
    735031680841
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage

  8. Pass139,585 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    139,585 miles
    Test number
    334495346227
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail139,585 miles (+5,189)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,585 miles
    Test number
    638180087458
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass134,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    134,396 miles
    Test number
    146993076591
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail134,396 miles (+5,118)1 dangerous2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,396 miles
    Test number
    925202252636
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,278 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,278 miles
    Test number
    869848117233
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth steering arms have slight play
    • AdvisoryIndicator stalk worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail129,278 miles (+7,259)6 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,278 miles
    Test number
    178653509868
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth steering arms have slight play
    • AdvisoryIndicator stalk worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass122,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,019 miles
    Test number
    369344955073
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  15. Fail122,019 miles (+8,813)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,019 miles
    Test number
    233568765634
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear ***strong Advise*** (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  16. Pass113,206 miles (-8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,206 miles
    Test number
    320986216722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front window not working
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  17. Fail113,214 miles (+9,584)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,214 miles
    Test number
    335251692709
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault also red warning lamp on (brake fluid) (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front window not working
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  18. Pass103,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,630 miles
    Test number
    658566039459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and slightly off shape (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail103,630 miles (+10,863)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,630 miles
    Test number
    330989193230
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and slightly off shape (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass92,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,767 miles
    Test number
    302661863047
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPadle rubber worn

  21. Fail92,767 miles (+3,575)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,767 miles
    Test number
    249195337597
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working 380 (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPadle rubber worn

  22. Pass89,192 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,192 miles
    Test number
    176789595058
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper slight judder
    • NoteCenter brake light cover missing

  23. Fail89,192 miles (+7,008)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,192 miles
    Test number
    718899995094
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper slight judder
    • NoteCenter brake light cover missing

  24. Pass82,184 miles (+4,588)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,184 miles
    Test number
    616333074009
    • NoteDriver's window does not open
    • NoteRear silencer rusty ----- outer casing disintegrating
    • NoteSome rust front brake pipes
    • NoteSome under-body and component corrosion
    • NoteWear and pitting all four brake discs

  25. Pass77,596 miles (+6,400)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,596 miles
    Test number
    105614343007
    • Note1.25 litres oil added to engine unit
    • Note10mm stone chip in zone 'A' of front screen
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread depth 2.30mm. Legal minimum 1.6mm

  26. Pass71,196 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    71,196 miles
    Test number
    208965551342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail71,177 miles (+7,656)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,177 miles
    Test number
    246859641337
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 1.9mm. Legal limit 1.6mm

  28. Pass63,521 miles (+8,893)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    63,521 miles
    Test number
    351818040307
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread depth 1.8mm in centre. Legal limit 1.6mm

  29. Pass54,628 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,628 miles
    Test number
    502277139334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,692 miles
    Test number
    172023338308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail47,692 miles (+6,002)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,692 miles
    Test number
    634862938315
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn down to 1.8mm and very close to legal limit

  32. Pass41,690 miles (+5,679)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,690 miles
    Test number
    491195327313
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorated.

  33. Pass36,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,011 miles
    Test number
    882925706315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail36,011 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,011 miles
    Test number
    493195906459
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low.

Questions about LA51 FRJ

Does LA51 FRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FRJ expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FRJ?
The MOT on LA51 FRJ expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FRJ done?
LA51 FRJ was recorded at 160,743 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 6,669 miles a year.
Has LA51 FRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FRJ has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 FRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 FRJ find?
LA51 FRJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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