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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 OXSMOT history

LA51 OXS is a black petrol MINI first used on 13 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2024.

LA51 OXS black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2025
Mileage
107,526 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 OXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 OXS was last recorded at 107,526 miles on 16 Dec 2024, 2,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,359 miles · 13 Dec 2019
Between the last two tests
2,167 miles
Average per year
5,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,526 miles
  • 2019 – 105,359 miles
  • 2018 – 75,433 miles
  • 2017 – 61,863 miles
  • 2016 – 48,572 miles
  • 2015 – 36,441 miles
  • 2014 – 23,540 miles
  • 2013 – 18,753 miles
  • 2012 – 8,903 miles
  • 2011 – 8,565 miles
  • 2010 – 8,452 miles
  • 2009 – 8,421 miles
  • 2008 – 8,249 miles
  • 2007 – 8,205 miles
  • 2006 – 5,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,526 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,526 miles (+2,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    107,526 miles
    Test number
    459321978873
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,359 miles (+12,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,359 miles
    Test number
    437815781501
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST TAIL PIPE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,639 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,639 miles
    Test number
    862963007205
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,639 miles (+17,206)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,639 miles
    Test number
    320434642532
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,433 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,433 miles
    Test number
    889117562157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,429 miles (+13,566)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,429 miles
    Test number
    956915429002
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass61,863 miles (+13,291)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,863 miles
    Test number
    898724379788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,572 miles (+12,131)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,572 miles
    Test number
    967161222026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,441 miles (+12,901)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    36,441 miles
    Test number
    498268905072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    23,540 miles
    Test number
    376640714008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail23,540 miles (+178)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,540 miles
    Test number
    459369104043
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Fail23,362 miles (+4,609)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,362 miles
    Test number
    788743104093
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass18,753 miles (+9,850)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    18,753 miles
    Test number
    467995303028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass8,903 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    8,903 miles
    Test number
    736999402090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass8,565 miles (+113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    8,565 miles
    Test number
    548153481032
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass8,452 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    8,452 miles
    Test number
    704305470066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,421 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    8,421 miles
    Test number
    420995189025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,249 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    8,249 miles
    Test number
    770573398047
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass8,205 miles (+2,433)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    8,205 miles
    Test number
    601264397088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    5,772 miles
    Test number
    252664286012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 OXS

Does LA51 OXS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 OXS expired on 15 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 OXS?
The MOT on LA51 OXS expired on 15 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 OXS done?
LA51 OXS was recorded at 107,526 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2024, an average of 5,433 miles a year.
Has LA51 OXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 OXS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LA51 OXS 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 OXS find?
LA51 OXS passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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