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Red and White · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 SXDMOT history

LA51 SXD is a red and white petrol MINI Cooper first used on 31 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 56,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

LA51 SXD red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
56,625 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 SXD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 SXD was last recorded at 56,625 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 1,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,667 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,958 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,625 miles
  • 2025 – 54,667 miles
  • 2022 – 46,981 miles
  • 2021 – 44,135 miles
  • 2020 – 43,994 miles
  • 2019 – 43,023 miles
  • 2018 – 42,333 miles
  • 2017 – 41,731 miles
  • 2016 – 40,662 miles
  • 2015 – 38,851 miles
  • 2014 – 36,592 miles
  • 2013 – 35,603 miles
  • 2012 – 34,941 miles
  • 2011 – 33,463 miles
  • 2010 – 30,764 miles
  • 2009 – 27,747 miles
  • 2008 – 24,539 miles
  • 2007 – 21,542 miles
  • 2006 – 18,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,625 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Fuel cap sealing washer cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside front brake pipe looks corroded under covering of grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel cap sealing ring is cracking / perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass56,625 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    56,625 miles
    Test number
    282360721449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    54,667 miles
    Test number
    309940100996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail54,660 miles3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,660 miles
    Test number
    121263952346
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box to centre section join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    599976331006
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to split and have small amount of movement.
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seatbelt webbing damaged to the limit.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly.

  5. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    216462962639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged damaged, In tread in multiple places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged damaged, In tread in multiple places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass46,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    206643395444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail46,981 miles (+2,846)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    684323744753
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Rear silencer wrap around hanger bracket has broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass44,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    264743157579
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe looks corroded under covering of grease

  9. Fail44,135 miles (+141)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,135 miles
    Test number
    569369818603
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer cracking
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly clouded causing a weak pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe looks corroded under covering of grease

  10. Pass43,994 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,994 miles
    Test number
    435810824289
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip to the offside upper corner area (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail43,993 miles (+970)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,993 miles
    Test number
    345046489959
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip to the offside upper corner area (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass43,023 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,023 miles
    Test number
    859517786163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,333 miles
    Test number
    968812750891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,332 miles (+601)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,332 miles
    Test number
    444817225601
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass41,731 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    968785980105
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring is cracking / perishing

  16. Fail41,731 miles (+1,069)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    512553865307
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer shoulder badly cracked in places and cord visible (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring is cracking / perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre outer shoulder is cracking / perishing

  17. Pass40,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    40,662 miles
    Test number
    586718555431
    • AdvisorySmall damage area top offside corner of the windscreen

  18. Fail40,660 miles (+1,809)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,660 miles
    Test number
    898717704544
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySmall damage area top offside corner of the windscreen

  19. Pass38,851 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    38,851 miles
    Test number
    705123535067
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are splittling and perished.

  20. Fail38,851 miles (+2,259)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,851 miles
    Test number
    317033435092
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are splitting and perished.

  21. Pass36,592 miles (+989)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,592 miles
    Test number
    978050154074
    • NoteFuel tank straps badly corroded

  22. Fail35,603 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,603 miles
    Test number
    238309523092
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s fuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteRear silencer outer casing corroded

  23. Pass35,603 miles (+662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,603 miles
    Test number
    626269523096
    • NoteN/s fuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteRear silencer outer casing corroded

  24. Pass34,941 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,941 miles
    Test number
    697681232053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,463 miles (+2,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,463 miles
    Test number
    375984531029
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass30,764 miles (+3,017)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    752636930063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,747 miles (+3,208)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,747 miles
    Test number
    551647019091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,539 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,539 miles
    Test number
    163229018082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,542 miles (+2,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,542 miles
    Test number
    540158607006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass18,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,559 miles
    Test number
    574064616016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail18,559 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,559 miles
    Test number
    802214716052
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Questions about LA51 SXD

Does LA51 SXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 SXD is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 SXD?
The MOT on LA51 SXD is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 SXD done?
LA51 SXD was recorded at 56,625 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has LA51 SXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 SXD has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 SXD 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 SXD find?
LA51 SXD passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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