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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 OTDMOT history

LA51 OTD is a green petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 231,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2025.

LA51 OTD green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
231,181 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 OTD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
2 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 OTD was last recorded at 231,181 miles on 2 May 2025, 6,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2019: 193,860 miles, lower than 198,855 miles on 22 Mar 2019.

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
224,283 miles · 14 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6,898 miles
Average per year
8,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 231,181 miles
  • 2024 – 224,283 miles
  • 2023 – 219,231 miles
  • 2022 – 214,441 miles
  • 2021 – 210,593 miles
  • 2020 – 206,601 miles
  • 2019 – 193,860 miles
  • 2018 – 183,901 miles
  • 2017 – 171,244 miles
  • 2016 – 163,069 miles
  • 2015 – 154,022 miles
  • 2014 – 143,331 miles
  • 2013 – 135,809 miles
  • 2012 – 127,162 miles
  • 2011 – 113,747 miles
  • 2009 – 102,510 miles
  • 2008 – 90,815 miles
  • 2007 – 80,778 miles
  • 2006 – 65,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,181 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,181 miles (+6,898)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    231,181 miles
    Test number
    886608488398
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass224,283 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    224,283 miles
    Test number
    669664291274
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail224,282 miles (+5,051)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,282 miles
    Test number
    352474157392
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass219,231 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    219,231 miles
    Test number
    761944990027
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail219,229 miles (+4,788)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,229 miles
    Test number
    989801640357
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass214,441 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    214,441 miles
    Test number
    207290922764
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail214,441 miles (+3,848)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,441 miles
    Test number
    662874366293
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass210,593 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    210,593 miles
    Test number
    409413798821
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail210,590 miles (+3,989)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,590 miles
    Test number
    483227884259
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass206,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    206,601 miles
    Test number
    604590321152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail206,601 miles (+12,741)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,601 miles
    Test number
    748238452177
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass193,860 miles (-4,995)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    193,860 miles
    Test number
    316932350732
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail198,855 miles (+14,954)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,855 miles
    Test number
    787946877698
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective box (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass183,901 miles (+12,657)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    183,901 miles
    Test number
    232081353566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass171,244 miles (+8,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    171,244 miles
    Test number
    746471077119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass163,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    163,069 miles
    Test number
    271710008055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail163,069 miles (+9,047)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,069 miles
    Test number
    767289083138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  18. Pass154,022 miles (+10,691)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    154,022 miles
    Test number
    626245775000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass143,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    143,331 miles
    Test number
    777710784051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail143,331 miles (+7,522)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,331 miles
    Test number
    336750184034
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass135,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    135,809 miles
    Test number
    156777983490
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail135,809 miles (+8,647)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,809 miles
    Test number
    105657483425
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail127,162 miles4 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,162 miles
    Test number
    768307882021
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear number plate lamp cover missing

  24. Pass127,162 miles (+13,415)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    127,162 miles
    Test number
    877537982004
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear number plate lamp cover missing

  25. Pass113,747 miles (+11,237)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    113,747 miles
    Test number
    326090141013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f side light lense cracked
    • NoteO/s/f side light lense cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  26. Pass102,510 miles (+11,695)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    102,510 miles
    Test number
    724754299214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass90,815 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    90,815 miles
    Test number
    943078178045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail90,438 miles (+9,660)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,438 miles
    Test number
    332096668032
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass80,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    294102497064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail80,778 miles (+15,236)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    514022397063
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass65,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    65,542 miles
    Test number
    774400136033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 OTD

Does LA51 OTD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 OTD expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 OTD?
The MOT on LA51 OTD expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 OTD done?
LA51 OTD was recorded at 231,181 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2025, an average of 8,603 miles a year.
Has LA51 OTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 OTD has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 OTD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 OTD find?
LA51 OTD passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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