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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 UVSMOT history

LA51 UVS is a green petrol MINI first used on 28 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 110,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LA51 UVS green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
110,638 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 UVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 UVS was last recorded at 110,638 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2021: 102,037 miles, lower than 102,069 miles on 7 Jan 2021.

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
110,638 miles · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 110,638 miles
  • 2023 – 107,736 miles
  • 2022 – 104,285 miles
  • 2021 – 102,037 miles
  • 2019 – 97,388 miles
  • 2018 – 93,748 miles
  • 2017 – 90,245 miles
  • 2016 – 85,312 miles
  • 2015 – 81,884 miles
  • 2014 – 77,231 miles
  • 2013 – 71,223 miles
  • 2012 – 66,292 miles
  • 2011 – 60,394 miles
  • 2010 – 54,338 miles
  • 2009 – 49,070 miles
  • 2008 – 44,149 miles
  • 2007 – 38,341 miles
  • 2006 – 34,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 tank straps corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    159243890175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    891315036400
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, quite bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    650425292540
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, quite bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,638 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    110,638 miles
    Test number
    955371026895
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Back of engine covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components corroded

  5. Fail110,638 miles (+2,902)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,638 miles
    Test number
    248545821139
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning Going heavy then lighter (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Back of engine covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components corroded

  6. Pass107,736 miles (+400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,736 miles
    Test number
    352365811271
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess Worn smooth (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,336 miles (+3,051)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,336 miles
    Test number
    533580086521
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess Worn smooth (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass104,285 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    104,285 miles
    Test number
    539266248915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail104,285 miles (+2,248)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,285 miles
    Test number
    741908786828
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,037 miles (-32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,037 miles
    Test number
    542512769368
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail102,069 miles (+4,681)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,069 miles
    Test number
    559761038095
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil pressure warning light on (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min mark

  12. Pass97,388 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,388 miles
    Test number
    669924473118
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount noise
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres aprox 3mm
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  13. Fail97,388 miles (+3,640)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,388 miles
    Test number
    528088937703
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount noise
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres aprox 3mm
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  14. Pass93,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,748 miles
    Test number
    396124687011
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Fail93,748 miles (+3,503)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,748 miles
    Test number
    264350405999
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Pass90,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    954812681868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring fouling inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail90,245 miles (+4,933)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    100949441954
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring fouling inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cracks in sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass85,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    117963151820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail85,312 miles (+3,428)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    299745277154
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass81,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,884 miles
    Test number
    486596405193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail81,884 miles (+4,653)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,884 miles
    Test number
    727615005120
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald on outer edge

  22. Fail77,231 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,231 miles
    Test number
    295661504145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass77,231 miles (+6,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,231 miles
    Test number
    307411604116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass71,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,223 miles
    Test number
    667800003187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,223 miles (+4,931)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,223 miles
    Test number
    435050803145
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass66,292 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    397923392065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail66,259 miles (+5,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,259 miles
    Test number
    435969782049
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass60,394 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,394 miles
    Test number
    407876671057
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Fail60,346 miles (+6,008)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,346 miles
    Test number
    976653871066
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass54,338 miles (+5,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,338 miles
    Test number
    321414570067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass49,070 miles (+4,921)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,070 miles
    Test number
    591387579013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass44,149 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,149 miles
    Test number
    664487778098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass38,341 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,341 miles
    Test number
    103312887498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass34,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,948 miles
    Test number
    132438636275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail34,948 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,948 miles
    Test number
    353868636257
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LA51 UVS

Does LA51 UVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 UVS is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 UVS?
The MOT on LA51 UVS is valid until 2 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 UVS done?
LA51 UVS was recorded at 110,638 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 4,230 miles a year.
Has LA51 UVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 UVS has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 UVS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 UVS find?
LA51 UVS passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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