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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 DTFMOT history

LB51 DTF is a red petrol MINI first used on 21 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 147,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2023
Mileage
147,885 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2020
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 DTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 DTF was last recorded at 147,885 miles on 11 Dec 2020, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,757 miles · 6 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
7,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 147,885 miles
  • 2019 – 135,423 miles
  • 2018 – 131,778 miles
  • 2017 – 129,487 miles
  • 2016 – 121,096 miles
  • 2015 – 119,768 miles
  • 2014 – 105,266 miles
  • 2013 – 85,734 miles
  • 2012 – 84,976 miles
  • 2011 – 80,351 miles
  • 2010 – 70,998 miles
  • 2009 – 62,383 miles
  • 2008 – 56,114 miles
  • 2007 – 48,811 miles
  • 2006 – 42,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    119952309359
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  2. FailMileage not read2 dangerous11 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    811434535648
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top strut mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  3. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    541858579925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    719360124917
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,885 miles (+128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,885 miles
    Test number
    405938600258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))

  6. Fail147,757 miles (+12,334)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,757 miles
    Test number
    840100051076
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass135,423 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,423 miles
    Test number
    622439721598
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  8. Fail135,423 miles (+3,645)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,423 miles
    Test number
    578933221583
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  9. Pass131,778 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    131,778 miles
    Test number
    494152641280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to joiner (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust loose

  10. Fail131,776 miles (+2,289)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,776 miles
    Test number
    412387855856
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to joiner (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust loose

  11. Pass129,487 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,487 miles
    Test number
    702419562330
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryScreen chipped
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to near side rear brake hose ferrule

  12. Fail129,378 miles (+8,282)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,378 miles
    Test number
    316161237013
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre cracked
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to near side rear brake hose ferrule
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  13. Pass121,096 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,096 miles
    Test number
    925557303164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    119,768 miles
    Test number
    570629773149
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre flat

  15. Fail119,768 miles (+14,502)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,768 miles
    Test number
    760083193319
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition rear silencer missing (7.1.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre flat

  16. Pass105,266 miles (+140)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,266 miles
    Test number
    245051064436
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail105,126 miles (+19,392)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,126 miles
    Test number
    618455154162
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres non runflats

  18. Pass85,734 miles (+758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,734 miles
    Test number
    176111533471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  19. Pass84,976 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    84,976 miles
    Test number
    427529042377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail84,976 miles (+4,625)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,976 miles
    Test number
    495366142488
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass80,351 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    80,351 miles
    Test number
    467815551448
    • NoteBrake pipes freshly undersealed
    • NoteSlight stiffness in n/s/f top strut mount

  22. Fail80,351 miles (+9,353)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,351 miles
    Test number
    798215151326
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pipes freshly undersealed
    • NoteSlight stiffness in n/s/f top strut mount

  23. Pass70,998 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    70,998 miles
    Test number
    583141940382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,481 miles
    Test number
    384515680040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,481 miles (+6,098)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,481 miles
    Test number
    463585180033
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass62,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    62,383 miles
    Test number
    752569889052
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail62,383 miles (+6,269)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,383 miles
    Test number
    344419189052
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass56,114 miles (+7,303)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,114 miles
    Test number
    104689178060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass48,811 miles (+6,728)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,811 miles
    Test number
    393751387095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,083 miles
    Test number
    102661686497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 DTF

Does LB51 DTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 DTF expired on 10 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 DTF?
The MOT on LB51 DTF expired on 10 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 DTF done?
LB51 DTF was recorded at 147,885 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2020, an average of 7,186 miles a year.
Has LB51 DTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 DTF has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 DTF 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 DTF find?
LB51 DTF passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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