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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 KMOMOT history

LA51 KMO is a silver petrol MINI first used on 22 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 146,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LA51 KMO silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
146,573 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 KMO was last recorded at 146,573 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 8,423 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,150 miles · 3 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
8,423 miles
Average per year
6,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,573 miles
  • 2022 – 138,150 miles
  • 2021 – 126,048 miles
  • 2019 – 125,489 miles
  • 2018 – 122,796 miles
  • 2017 – 113,522 miles
  • 2016 – 99,479 miles
  • 2015 – 89,620 miles
  • 2014 – 80,249 miles
  • 2013 – 74,718 miles
  • 2012 – 70,598 miles
  • 2011 – 69,167 miles
  • 2010 – 65,395 miles
  • 2009 – 59,680 miles
  • 2008 – 54,968 miles
  • 2007 – 49,842 miles
  • 2006 – 42,829 miles
  • 2005 – 36,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip device is worn
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has lots of rust, non structural

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

34 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    821583721856
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip device is worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has lots of rust, non structural

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    964012430564
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip device is worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has lots of rust, non structural

  3. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    893549225454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are starting to smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is splitting on outer face
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes are wearing uneven

  4. FailMileage not read2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    360472905293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades are starting to smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is splitting on outer face
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes are wearing uneven

  5. Pass146,573 miles (+8,423)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,573 miles
    Test number
    648134669885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,150 miles (+12,102)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,150 miles
    Test number
    216065779410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    126,048 miles
    Test number
    299280435172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,048 miles (+559)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,048 miles
    Test number
    686502447466
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  9. Pass125,489 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,489 miles
    Test number
    221353321141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail125,482 miles (+2,686)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,482 miles
    Test number
    436411965063
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass122,796 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    122,796 miles
    Test number
    437430167612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,795 miles (+9,273)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,795 miles
    Test number
    602463994894
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass113,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,522 miles
    Test number
    374583135139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,522 miles (+14,043)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,522 miles
    Test number
    477824688505
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass99,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,479 miles
    Test number
    327530031277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail99,479 miles (+9,859)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,479 miles
    Test number
    421983340293
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass89,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    383614351150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,620 miles (+9,371)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    940671045071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass80,249 miles (+5,531)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    367159784444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,718 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,718 miles
    Test number
    976027363209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,716 miles (+4,118)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,716 miles
    Test number
    736343663210
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass70,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,598 miles
    Test number
    216184962289
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail70,598 miles (+1,431)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,598 miles
    Test number
    868374362290
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass69,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,167 miles
    Test number
    999742651233
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail69,167 miles (+3,772)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,167 miles
    Test number
    787261851241
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  26. Pass65,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,395 miles
    Test number
    784495560288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,395 miles (+5,715)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,395 miles
    Test number
    350935560271
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  28. Pass59,680 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    263935069274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Fail59,680 miles (+4,712)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,680 miles
    Test number
    454045269270
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass54,968 miles (+5,126)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,968 miles
    Test number
    782224328240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass49,842 miles (+7,013)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,842 miles
    Test number
    250388427252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail42,829 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,829 miles
    Test number
    222784646261
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  33. Pass42,829 miles (+5,879)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,829 miles
    Test number
    890934746213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass36,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    804400205256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 KMO

Does LA51 KMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 KMO is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KMO?
The MOT on LA51 KMO is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 KMO done?
LA51 KMO was recorded at 146,573 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 6,229 miles a year.
Has LA51 KMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KMO has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 KMO 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 KMO find?
LA51 KMO passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; brake pedal anti slip device is worn, and 5 more.

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