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

LB02 GWJMOT history

LB02 GWJ is a red and white petrol MINI first used on 25 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 123,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,361 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 GWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 GWJ was last recorded at 123,361 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 5,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,775 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,586 miles
Average per year
5,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,361 miles
  • 2025 – 117,775 miles
  • 2024 – 111,074 miles
  • 2023 – 106,802 miles
  • 2022 – 102,121 miles
  • 2021 – 96,523 miles
  • 2020 – 93,704 miles
  • 2019 – 88,853 miles
  • 2018 – 83,291 miles
  • 2017 – 77,824 miles
  • 2016 – 70,419 miles
  • 2015 – 63,799 miles
  • 2014 – 55,889 miles
  • 2013 – 43,737 miles
  • 2012 – 40,528 miles
  • 2011 – 33,739 miles
  • 2010 – 20,665 miles
  • 2009 – 18,512 miles
  • 2008 – 17,735 miles
  • 2007 – 17,152 miles
  • 2006 – 16,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,361 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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive General

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

35 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,361 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,361 miles
    Test number
    875455377854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,775 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    117,775 miles
    Test number
    900107451500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail117,765 miles (+6,691)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,765 miles
    Test number
    859827151158
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced lamp foggy no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced lamp foggy no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass111,074 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,074 miles
    Test number
    379651431221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,059 miles (+4,257)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,059 miles
    Test number
    682035824769
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,802 miles (+4,681)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,802 miles
    Test number
    850673825419
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE 3.6MM
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged 3.7MM (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BAD (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,121 miles (+5,598)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,121 miles
    Test number
    378057705466
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BAD (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREVERSING LIGHT NOT WORKING

  8. Pass96,523 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,523 miles
    Test number
    642565484952
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear, At rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.1mm wearing on edge ( Advise replace ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.2mm wearing on edge ( Advise Replace ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryO/s number plate lamp not working

  9. Fail96,523 miles (+2,819)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,523 miles
    Test number
    127551127940
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear, At rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.1mm wearing on edge ( Advise replace ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.2mm wearing on edge ( Advise Replace ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryO/s number plate lamp not working

  10. Pass93,704 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,704 miles
    Test number
    973230455837
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GENERAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail93,704 miles (+4,851)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,704 miles
    Test number
    877348866148
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GENERAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,853 miles (+5,562)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,853 miles
    Test number
    695257671273
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources ALSO COVER MISSING (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth RUBBER (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GENERAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass83,291 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,291 miles
    Test number
    919533242321
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Fail83,191 miles (+5,367)3 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,191 miles
    Test number
    694765453380
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass77,824 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,824 miles
    Test number
    229207601366
    • AdvisoryCentral STOP LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside NUMBER PLATE LIGHT COVER MISSING

  16. Fail77,802 miles (+7,383)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,802 miles
    Test number
    470365682636
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT TO CENTRE PIPE TRY GASKET 1ST (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low VERY LOW (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral STOP LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside NUMBER PLATE LIGHT COVER MISSING

  17. Pass70,419 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,419 miles
    Test number
    420124328262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  18. Fail70,419 miles (+6,620)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,419 miles
    Test number
    387947379562
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silancer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  19. Pass63,799 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,799 miles
    Test number
    617535615289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  20. Fail63,799 miles (+7,910)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,799 miles
    Test number
    448815415273
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  21. Pass55,889 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,889 miles
    Test number
    336170024282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust silancer slightly deteriated
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  22. Fail55,889 miles (+12,152)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,889 miles
    Test number
    208439914260
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust silancer slightly deteriated
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  23. Fail43,737 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,737 miles
    Test number
    106555203063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

  24. Pass43,737 miles (+3,209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,737 miles
    Test number
    765565703002
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

  25. Fail40,528 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,528 miles
    Test number
    188290212481
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass40,528 miles (+6,789)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,528 miles
    Test number
    578270512096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,739 miles (+13,074)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    846463631199
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

  28. Pass20,665 miles (+2,153)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,665 miles
    Test number
    231179810194
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on the rear outer skin of the exhust box

  29. Pass18,512 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    18,512 miles
    Test number
    203643819170
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSigns of perishing on both the front TCA bushs

  30. Fail18,512 miles (+777)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,512 miles
    Test number
    644343719144
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSigns of perishing on both the front TCA bushs

  31. Pass17,735 miles (+583)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,735 miles
    Test number
    820883818154
    • NoteOffside front CV gator damp with oil

  32. Fail17,152 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,152 miles
    Test number
    210949007406
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  33. Pass17,152 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    17,152 miles
    Test number
    444059907189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass16,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    16,244 miles
    Test number
    374784016141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail16,244 miles2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,244 miles
    Test number
    754294516120
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding on

Questions about LB02 GWJ

Does LB02 GWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 GWJ is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 GWJ?
The MOT on LB02 GWJ is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 GWJ done?
LB02 GWJ was recorded at 123,361 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 5,293 miles a year.
Has LB02 GWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 GWJ has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB02 GWJ 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 LB02 GWJ find?
LB02 GWJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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