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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 ERJMOT history

LB51 ERJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 6 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
71,036 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 ERJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 ERJ was last recorded at 71,036 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 May 2024: 70,824 miles, lower than 101,083 miles on 23 Jul 2019.

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
71,035 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,036 miles
  • 2024 – 70,849 miles
  • 2019 – 101,083 miles
  • 2018 – 97,038 miles
  • 2017 – 88,981 miles
  • 2016 – 84,585 miles
  • 2015 – 80,910 miles
  • 2014 – 79,112 miles
  • 2013 – 74,680 miles
  • 2012 – 67,755 miles
  • 2011 – 62,983 miles
  • 2010 – 56,658 miles
  • 2009 – 49,651 miles
  • 2008 – 35,094 miles
  • 2007 – 21,958 miles
  • 2006 – 14,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,036 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all rusty/pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering system slightly rough notchy/sticky

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,036 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    452204689112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail71,035 miles (+186)14 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,035 miles
    Test number
    375348870766
    • MajorNearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid cannot be opened from outside
  3. Pass70,849 miles (+25)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    70,849 miles
    Test number
    446855727820
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all rusty/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough notchy/sticky (2.1.1 (a))
  4. Fail70,824 miles5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,824 miles
    Test number
    514043159895
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all rusty/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough notchy/sticky (2.1.1 (a))
  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    783860826374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    138492670464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,083 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    964594526154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,038 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    215815994211
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror taped repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror taped repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat back release lever detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail97,038 miles (+8,057)1 major3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    602429741511
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror taped repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror taped repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat back release lever detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass88,981 miles (+4,396)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,981 miles
    Test number
    387977088818
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill covers damaged
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisey in operation
    • AdvisoryTaped repair to offside door mirror
  11. Pass84,585 miles (+3,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,585 miles
    Test number
    610223819741
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured both advise change bulbs (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge close to balding advise change
  12. Pass80,910 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,910 miles
    Test number
    999623885186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
  13. Fail80,910 miles (+1,798)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,910 miles
    Test number
    269243185491
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Pass79,112 miles (+29)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,112 miles
    Test number
    308997204266
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  15. Fail79,083 miles (+4,403)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,083 miles
    Test number
    257102404214
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  16. Pass74,680 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,680 miles
    Test number
    605850303264
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Fail74,680 miles (+6,925)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,680 miles
    Test number
    418540003290
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass67,755 miles (+4,772)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,755 miles
    Test number
    187469482104
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly scored.
    • NoteFront wing mirrors casings damaged, slightly insecure.
  19. Pass62,983 miles (+6,325)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,983 miles
    Test number
    228534391403
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront nad rear brake discs slightly scored, and pitted.
    • NoteN/s/f wing mirror casing slightly damaged.
  20. Pass56,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,658 miles
    Test number
    150677880196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,658 miles (+7,007)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,658 miles
    Test number
    272497180107
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  22. Pass49,651 miles (+14,557)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    734380349258
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge (stepping)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge (stepping)
  23. Pass35,094 miles (+13,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,094 miles
    Test number
    141743448235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass21,958 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,958 miles
    Test number
    124257587106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRepaired stone chip in front screen
  25. Fail21,958 miles (+7,612)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,958 miles
    Test number
    764457687127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRepaired stone chip in front screen
  26. Pass14,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,346 miles
    Test number
    374198686194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 ERJ

Does LB51 ERJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 ERJ is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 ERJ?
The MOT on LB51 ERJ is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 ERJ done?
LB51 ERJ was recorded at 71,036 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 2,941 miles a year.
Has LB51 ERJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 ERJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 ERJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 May 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 ERJ find?
LB51 ERJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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