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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 HRGMOT history

LB51 HRG is a red petrol MINI first used on 26 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 134,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2025
Mileage
134,747 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HRG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HRG was last recorded at 134,747 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 4,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,415 miles · 30 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,332 miles
Average per year
6,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,747 miles
  • 2023 – 130,415 miles
  • 2022 – 124,288 miles
  • 2021 – 118,218 miles
  • 2020 – 114,243 miles
  • 2019 – 108,610 miles
  • 2018 – 99,672 miles
  • 2017 – 93,389 miles
  • 2016 – 92,480 miles
  • 2015 – 85,629 miles
  • 2014 – 80,005 miles
  • 2013 – 75,157 miles
  • 2012 – 70,531 miles
  • 2011 – 65,733 miles
  • 2010 – 57,534 miles
  • 2009 – 48,399 miles
  • 2008 – 40,415 miles
  • 2006 – 13,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,747 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking/perishing

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,747 miles (+4,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    134,747 miles
    Test number
    712850732067
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking/perishing
  2. Pass130,415 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    130,415 miles
    Test number
    638534343706
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s top mountings are worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s o/s n/s has more wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail130,409 miles (+6,121)1 dangerous8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,409 miles
    Test number
    844787585864
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system on joint to caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative n/s o/s not working (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. on high beam (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested due to leak on n/s rear caliper (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier loose (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s top mountings are worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s o/s n/s has more wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass124,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,288 miles
    Test number
    266810542204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail124,288 miles (+6,070)5 dangerous8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,288 miles
    Test number
    672418770710
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected holding spring clip is missing (1.1.16 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Undertray likely to become detached not fixed (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure has A bold part in its tread and is out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to fluid leaking from n/s rear caliper (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative n/s o/s not working (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated light lit on the dash (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s o/s (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass118,218 miles (+3,975)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    118,218 miles
    Test number
    525661295696
    • AdvisoryAdvise head light levelling switch slow
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass114,243 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,243 miles
    Test number
    973215326491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise head lamp levelling device is very ( slow )
  8. Fail114,243 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,243 miles
    Test number
    545343085179
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp levelling device inoperative very slow in action (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise head lamp levelling device is very ( slow )
  9. Fail114,243 miles (+5,633)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,243 miles
    Test number
    739005253370
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light lit on the dash (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass108,610 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,610 miles
    Test number
    651138870799
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise power steering pipes are damp (oil)
  11. Fail108,610 miles (+8,938)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,610 miles
    Test number
    511259870558
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative n/s o/s (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap seal is split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise power steering pipes are damp (oil)
  12. Pass99,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,672 miles
    Test number
    517765496442
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack and pipes are damp (oil)
  13. Fail99,672 miles (+6,283)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,672 miles
    Test number
    832226382088
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack and pipes are damp (oil)
  14. Pass93,389 miles (+909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,389 miles
    Test number
    346001524669
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe is damp
  15. Pass92,480 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,480 miles
    Test number
    490948597959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel bent.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded.
    • AdvisoryCoolant low.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryOil low.
  16. Fail92,479 miles (+6,850)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,479 miles
    Test number
    982918190331
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear control arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel bent.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded.
    • AdvisoryCoolant low.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryOil low.
  17. Pass85,629 miles (+554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    85,629 miles
    Test number
    859666635277
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
  18. Pass85,075 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,075 miles
    Test number
    536455855004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail85,059 miles (+5,054)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,059 miles
    Test number
    586074155010
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  20. Pass80,005 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,005 miles
    Test number
    799912254080
    • NoteDampness around power steering resevour
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f headlight aim on lower limit
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on limit on inner edge needs attention
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  21. Fail80,005 miles (+4,848)7 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,005 miles
    Test number
    366012754024
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • NoteDampness around power steering resevour
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f headlight aim on lower limit
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on limit on inner edge needs attention
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  22. Pass75,157 miles (+4,626)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    75,157 miles
    Test number
    195009753005
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteBoth rear springs corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  23. Pass70,531 miles (+4,798)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,531 miles
    Test number
    117195352017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteRear brake disc worn
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
  24. Pass65,733 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    246769051017
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront discs worn/lipped
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteRear discs worn
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  25. Fail65,733 miles (+8,199)2 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    807739051077
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront discs worn/lipped
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteRear discs worn
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  26. Pass57,534 miles (+9,135)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,534 miles
    Test number
    551263950088
    • NoteSlight corrosion outer edge rear discs
  27. Pass48,399 miles (+7,984)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,399 miles
    Test number
    594447449002
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteCreak from nsf suspension top attention required
    • NoteDampness around pas pipe
    • NoteHandbrake button surround in poor condition
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  28. Pass40,415 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,415 miles
    Test number
    400130768070
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  29. Fail40,415 miles (+27,040)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,415 miles
    Test number
    870150568097
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Pass13,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,375 miles
    Test number
    223912346398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HRG

Does LB51 HRG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HRG expired on 29 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HRG?
The MOT on LB51 HRG expired on 29 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HRG done?
LB51 HRG was recorded at 134,747 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 6,879 miles a year.
Has LB51 HRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HRG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 HRG 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 HRG find?
LB51 HRG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing.

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