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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 KMMMOT history

LA51 KMM is a black petrol MINI first used on 9 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 121,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

LA51 KMM black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
121,061 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KMM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 KMM was last recorded at 121,061 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 3,307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,754 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,307 miles
Average per year
5,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,061 miles
  • 2025 – 117,754 miles
  • 2024 – 86,049 miles
  • 2023 – 80,825 miles
  • 2022 – 75,483 miles
  • 2021 – 74,402 miles
  • 2020 – 72,390 miles
  • 2019 – 70,650 miles
  • 2018 – 67,360 miles
  • 2017 – 64,755 miles
  • 2016 – 62,729 miles
  • 2015 – 57,780 miles
  • 2014 – 45,041 miles
  • 2013 – 45,041 miles
  • 2012 – 38,384 miles
  • 2011 – 37,287 miles
  • 2010 – 34,344 miles
  • 2009 – 31,239 miles
  • 2008 – 27,529 miles
  • 2007 – 21,800 miles
  • 2006 – 18,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,061 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,061 miles (+3,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    121,061 miles
    Test number
    636413854039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,754 miles (+86)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,754 miles
    Test number
    523914733562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail117,668 miles (+31,619)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,668 miles
    Test number
    758078135433
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,049 miles (+53)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,049 miles
    Test number
    698226438905
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly rough strut bearing (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail85,996 miles (+5,171)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,996 miles
    Test number
    399279796162
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly rough strut bearing (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass80,825 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,825 miles
    Test number
    629264262328
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail80,823 miles (+5,340)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    602152542179
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,483 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,483 miles
    Test number
    914568924516
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail75,483 miles (+682)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,483 miles
    Test number
    548293320767
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail74,801 miles (+399)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,801 miles
    Test number
    922005746544
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody and components corroded

  11. Pass74,402 miles (+49)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,402 miles
    Test number
    332834044946
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail74,353 miles (+1,963)1 dangerous6 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,353 miles
    Test number
    962103583478
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn to ply. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass72,390 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    461258790318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to hose. (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail72,380 miles (+1,730)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    369678563782
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to hose. (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass70,650 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,650 miles
    Test number
    432176074277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail70,650 miles (+3,290)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,650 miles
    Test number
    837027858684
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass67,360 miles (+2,605)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    915193439231
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f top strut mount bearing noisy

  18. Pass64,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,755 miles
    Test number
    647257611298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,755 miles (+2,026)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,755 miles
    Test number
    888953785247
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass62,729 miles (+4,949)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    246804027054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth strut tops slightly perished
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  21. Pass57,780 miles (+12,739)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    848365905024
    • NoteBoth rear tyres inner shoulders bald
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing down
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn very close to legal limits

  22. Pass45,041 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,041 miles
    Test number
    285043504078
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail45,041 miles (+6,657)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,041 miles
    Test number
    658455763304
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass38,384 miles (+1,097)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,384 miles
    Test number
    489366292232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,287 miles (+2,943)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,287 miles
    Test number
    766719141389
    • DangerousOil leak around gearbox area

  26. Pass34,344 miles (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,344 miles
    Test number
    940656350389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,239 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,239 miles
    Test number
    362345659306
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass31,239 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,239 miles
    Test number
    524005259341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,529 miles (+5,729)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,529 miles
    Test number
    600650458314
    • NoteRear registration plate slight obscured

  30. Pass21,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    21,800 miles
    Test number
    550585657325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail21,800 miles (+2,896)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,800 miles
    Test number
    633725657367
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  32. Pass18,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,904 miles
    Test number
    654878046376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 KMM

Does LA51 KMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 KMM is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KMM?
The MOT on LA51 KMM is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 KMM done?
LA51 KMM was recorded at 121,061 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,294 miles a year.
Has LA51 KMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KMM has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 KMM 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 KMM find?
LA51 KMM passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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