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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 DHPMOT history

LB51 DHP is a silver petrol MINI first used on 30 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2025
Mileage
94,710 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2022
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 DHP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2025
Latest MOT test
10 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 DHP was last recorded at 94,710 miles on 21 Feb 2022, 3,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,703 miles · 17 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
3,007 miles
Average per year
4,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,710 miles
  • 2021 – 91,703 miles
  • 2020 – 91,072 miles
  • 2019 – 87,743 miles
  • 2018 – 84,074 miles
  • 2017 – 80,893 miles
  • 2016 – 76,115 miles
  • 2015 – 68,360 miles
  • 2014 – 61,267 miles
  • 2013 – 53,628 miles
  • 2012 – 45,686 miles
  • 2011 – 43,850 miles
  • 2010 – 40,774 miles
  • 2009 – 37,749 miles
  • 2007 – 28,154 miles
  • 2006 – 21,236 miles
  • 2005 – 19,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear tyres perrished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel cap seal in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel tank strap corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    791800768840
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    763323773162
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification Both (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    700697629446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass94,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,710 miles
    Test number
    145090565456
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail94,701 miles (+2,998)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,701 miles
    Test number
    111699127773
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass91,703 miles (+631)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    91,703 miles
    Test number
    557724372392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,072 miles (+3,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,072 miles
    Test number
    947669796104
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs incorrectley fitted

  8. Pass87,743 miles (+3,669)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,743 miles
    Test number
    659127838650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mount noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside dipped beam has a problem with wires
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked/perrished

  9. Pass84,074 miles (+3,181)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,074 miles
    Test number
    712749022750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,893 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,893 miles
    Test number
    790388212141
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perrished
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroding

  11. Fail80,883 miles (+4,768)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,883 miles
    Test number
    806771414251
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perrished
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroding

  12. Pass76,115 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,115 miles
    Test number
    211606160500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced outer cover (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding

  13. Fail76,102 miles (+7,742)1 dangerous5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,102 miles
    Test number
    591965546093
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced outer cover (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding

  14. Pass68,360 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    754411804017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail68,360 miles (+7,093)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    972401344019
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail61,267 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,267 miles
    Test number
    125777304291
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNoise from the n/s/f suspension top
    • NoteNoise in the steering colum
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition

  17. Pass61,267 miles (+7,639)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,267 miles
    Test number
    775627004240
    • NoteNoise from the n/s/f suspension top
    • NoteNoise in the steering colum
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition

  18. Pass53,628 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    657482313254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,562 miles (+7,876)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,562 miles
    Test number
    158778003247
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes have slight corrosion , have wax oiled

  20. Fail45,686 miles4 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,686 miles
    Test number
    315296302229
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing signs of age.

  21. Pass45,686 miles (+1,836)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,686 miles
    Test number
    526216502285
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing signs of age.

  22. Pass43,850 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,850 miles
    Test number
    486561021216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,774 miles (+3,025)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,774 miles
    Test number
    792231610285
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s door mirror cover missing

  24. Fail37,749 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    181090299193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass37,749 miles (+9,595)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    252850699466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass28,154 miles (+6,918)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,154 miles
    Test number
    671509917360
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam image faint

  27. Pass21,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,236 miles
    Test number
    420788916463
    • 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)

  28. Fail21,236 miles (+2,080)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,236 miles
    Test number
    432868416341
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  29. Pass19,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,156 miles
    Test number
    354795535343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 DHP

Does LB51 DHP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 DHP expired on 9 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 DHP?
The MOT on LB51 DHP expired on 9 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 DHP done?
LB51 DHP was recorded at 94,710 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2022, an average of 4,657 miles a year.
Has LB51 DHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 DHP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 DHP 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 LB51 DHP find?
LB51 DHP passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2024 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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