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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 KNNMOT history

LA51 KNN is a silver petrol MINI first used on 21 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LA51 KNN 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 Aug 2027
Mileage
94,360 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KNN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 KNN was last recorded at 94,360 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 2,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,356 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,004 miles
Average per year
3,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,360 miles
  • 2025 – 92,356 miles
  • 2024 – 90,547 miles
  • 2023 – 88,807 miles
  • 2022 – 87,368 miles
  • 2021 – 85,370 miles
  • 2020 – 83,012 miles
  • 2019 – 79,455 miles
  • 2018 – 75,903 miles
  • 2017 – 72,411 miles
  • 2016 – 69,564 miles
  • 2015 – 66,702 miles
  • 2014 – 64,184 miles
  • 2013 – 59,714 miles
  • 2012 – 55,162 miles
  • 2011 – 51,068 miles
  • 2010 – 46,729 miles
  • 2009 – 42,233 miles
  • 2008 – 35,489 miles
  • 2007 – 26,662 miles
  • 2006 – 19,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,360 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both sides mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,360 miles (+2,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    94,360 miles
    Test number
    662047625794
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass92,356 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    92,356 miles
    Test number
    344770839937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both sides mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail92,355 miles (+1,808)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,355 miles
    Test number
    527162348521
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both sides mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass90,547 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,547 miles
    Test number
    261184773034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail90,535 miles (+1,728)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,535 miles
    Test number
    596571115347
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,807 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    88,807 miles
    Test number
    584215234297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,807 miles (+1,439)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,807 miles
    Test number
    482474924318
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,368 miles (+1,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,368 miles
    Test number
    488734210184
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,370 miles
    Test number
    408325784193
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail85,370 miles (+2,358)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,370 miles
    Test number
    272855020090
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,012 miles (+3,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,012 miles
    Test number
    988283186515
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,455 miles (+3,552)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,455 miles
    Test number
    356806133065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,903 miles (+3,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,903 miles
    Test number
    460380372520
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass72,411 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    938616403190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,564 miles (+2,862)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,564 miles
    Test number
    150128320978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,702 miles (+2,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,702 miles
    Test number
    270592690109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass64,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    64,184 miles
    Test number
    607313214272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,184 miles (+4,470)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,184 miles
    Test number
    685443314222
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  19. Pass59,714 miles (+4,552)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,714 miles
    Test number
    159468993176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,162 miles (+4,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,162 miles
    Test number
    958394592196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass51,068 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,068 miles
    Test number
    338287001402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,729 miles (+4,496)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,729 miles
    Test number
    923817610210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,233 miles (+6,744)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,233 miles
    Test number
    514268699136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,489 miles (+8,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,489 miles
    Test number
    282385608262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,662 miles (+7,156)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,662 miles
    Test number
    783716707288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    19,506 miles
    Test number
    160354326273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 KNN

Does LA51 KNN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 KNN is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KNN?
The MOT on LA51 KNN is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 KNN done?
LA51 KNN was recorded at 94,360 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,747 miles a year.
Has LA51 KNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KNN has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 KNN 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 KNN find?
LA51 KNN passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, and 1 more.

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