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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 HPAMOT history

LB51 HPA is a silver petrol MINI first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 110,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2025
Mileage
110,884 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2020
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HPA was last recorded at 110,884 miles on 27 Jan 2020, 5,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,953 miles · 11 Jan 2019
Between the last two tests
5,931 miles
Average per year
6,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 110,884 miles
  • 2019 – 104,953 miles
  • 2018 – 96,117 miles
  • 2017 – 87,324 miles
  • 2016 – 86,386 miles
  • 2015 – 85,126 miles
  • 2014 – 80,677 miles
  • 2013 – 72,664 miles
  • 2012 – 65,813 miles
  • 2011 – 57,977 miles
  • 2010 – 51,829 miles
  • 2009 – 45,123 miles
  • 2008 – 35,172 miles
  • 2007 – 26,685 miles
  • 2006 – 23,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps deterioratedRecorded 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    572992653774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    411914066369
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (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))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated

  3. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    405362492885
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

  4. FailMileage not read3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925829084609
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

  5. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    645231177141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. FailMileage not read2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    127487072394
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    314771057047
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut 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))

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    675325487430
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut 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))

  9. Pass110,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,884 miles
    Test number
    451044514404
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail110,883 miles (+5,930)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,883 miles
    Test number
    950145253765
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass104,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,953 miles
    Test number
    608202746418
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail104,953 miles (+8,836)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,953 miles
    Test number
    795571402044
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubbers worn

  13. Pass96,117 miles (+379)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,117 miles
    Test number
    504281976060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,738 miles (+8,414)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,738 miles
    Test number
    659408299747
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower arms rear mountings (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass87,324 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,324 miles
    Test number
    646619832652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,386 miles
    Test number
    818444595989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,386 miles (+1,260)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,386 miles
    Test number
    615895011776
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail/box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked in tread

  18. Pass85,126 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,126 miles
    Test number
    629640595189
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOs rear brake binding very slightly when turned by hand,not showing on roller brake test
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish and crack

  19. Fail85,126 miles (+4,449)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,126 miles
    Test number
    887440295171
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOs rear brake binding very slightly when turned by hand,not showing on roller brake test
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish and crack

  20. Pass80,677 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,677 miles
    Test number
    107991094174
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads worn
    • NoteOs rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteRear tyre treads starting to perish and crack

  21. Fail80,677 miles (+8,013)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,677 miles
    Test number
    818921094176
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads worn
    • NoteOs rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteRear tyre treads starting to perish and crack

  22. Pass72,664 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,664 miles
    Test number
    107328493159
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to perish and crack advise replacement
    • NoteOs rear brake binding slightly

  23. Fail72,664 miles (+6,851)3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,664 miles
    Test number
    207538693199
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to perish and crack advise replacement
    • NoteOs rear brake binding slightly

  24. Pass65,813 miles (+7,836)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    65,813 miles
    Test number
    659598582120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,977 miles (+6,148)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,977 miles
    Test number
    659029481172
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and slightly out of shape.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing and slightly out of shape

  26. Pass51,829 miles (+6,706)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,829 miles
    Test number
    103274390191
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNs rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteOs rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

  27. Pass45,123 miles (+9,951)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,123 miles
    Test number
    812308999193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNs rear tyre slightly out of shape

  28. Pass35,172 miles (+8,487)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,172 miles
    Test number
    843901998168
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCreak on ns front suspension strut top when steering turned lock to lock no movement

  29. Pass26,685 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,685 miles
    Test number
    280179597415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,622 miles
    Test number
    282286196279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HPA

Does LB51 HPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HPA expired on 13 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HPA?
The MOT on LB51 HPA expired on 13 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HPA done?
LB51 HPA was recorded at 110,884 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2020, an average of 6,580 miles a year.
Has LB51 HPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HPA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 HPA 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 HPA find?
LB51 HPA passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2024 with 12 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.

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