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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 FRVMOT history

LA51 FRV is a green petrol MINI first used on 10 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 114,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2025.

LA51 FRV green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2026
Mileage
114,186 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FRV was last recorded at 114,186 miles on 23 Jul 2025, 6,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,191 miles · 18 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
6,995 miles
Average per year
3,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,186 miles
  • 2024 – 107,191 miles
  • 2023 – 101,943 miles
  • 2022 – 101,105 miles
  • 2021 – 96,928 miles
  • 2020 – 93,583 miles
  • 2019 – 89,641 miles
  • 2018 – 85,946 miles
  • 2016 – 81,453 miles
  • 2015 – 75,804 miles
  • 2014 – 72,065 miles
  • 2013 – 66,681 miles
  • 2012 – 61,621 miles
  • 2011 – 56,694 miles
  • 2010 – 52,649 miles
  • 2009 – 49,302 miles
  • 2008 – 43,963 miles
  • 2007 – 41,065 miles
  • 2006 – 37,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,186 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,186 miles (+6,995)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,186 miles
    Test number
    213750277673
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,191 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    107,191 miles
    Test number
    495311731367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,175 miles (+5,232)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,175 miles
    Test number
    356636541111
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass101,943 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    101,943 miles
    Test number
    236590290802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,105 miles (+4,177)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,105 miles
    Test number
    245354738030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,928 miles (+3,345)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,928 miles
    Test number
    622657552482
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Top mount. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Above steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass93,583 miles (+3,942)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,583 miles
    Test number
    228784290518
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,641 miles
    Test number
    278833010927
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail89,641 miles (+3,695)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,641 miles
    Test number
    785782279713
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,946 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,946 miles
    Test number
    313509592151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail85,942 miles (+4,489)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,942 miles
    Test number
    107058159976
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass81,453 miles (+5,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,453 miles
    Test number
    954438906835
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail75,804 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    516094525276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass75,804 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    767944625255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,065 miles (+5,384)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,065 miles
    Test number
    178386434477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion to front top shock mounts

  16. Pass66,681 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,681 miles
    Test number
    409848633007
    • NoteBrake pipes pitted

  17. Fail66,681 miles (+5,060)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,681 miles
    Test number
    978937233010
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes pitted

  18. Pass61,621 miles (+4,927)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,621 miles
    Test number
    955551242057
    • NoteNearside rear tyre getting low on tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on outer edge of sidewall
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  19. Pass56,694 miles (+4,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,694 miles
    Test number
    127996001489
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass52,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    343111820038
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail52,649 miles (+3,347)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    931121820041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass49,302 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    714098829044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,260 miles (+5,297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    863726229010
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass43,963 miles (+2,898)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,963 miles
    Test number
    321335318005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,065 miles (+3,897)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,065 miles
    Test number
    823090437022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,168 miles
    Test number
    334166326095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 FRV

Does LA51 FRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FRV expired on 22 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FRV?
The MOT on LA51 FRV expired on 22 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FRV done?
LA51 FRV was recorded at 114,186 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2025, an average of 3,952 miles a year.
Has LA51 FRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FRV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 FRV 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 FRV find?
LA51 FRV passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides.

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