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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 HRLMOT history

LB51 HRL is a black petrol MINI first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 17,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2025
Mileage
17,733 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2019
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 HRL was last recorded at 17,733 miles on 28 Nov 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Nov 2019: 17,733 miles, lower than 36,301 miles on 21 Nov 2018.

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
36,301 miles · 21 Nov 2018
Average per year
382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 17,733 miles
  • 2018 – 36,301 miles
  • 2017 – 35,151 miles
  • 2016 – 34,551 miles
  • 2015 – 33,473 miles
  • 2014 – 32,543 miles
  • 2013 – 31,005 miles
  • 2012 – 29,916 miles
  • 2011 – 28,055 miles
  • 2010 – 26,173 miles
  • 2009 – 24,180 miles
  • 2008 – 21,300 miles
  • 2007 – 18,220 miles
  • 2006 – 15,354 miles
  • 2005 – 12,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust rear box corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    715891254778
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    138609728358
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONG ADVISORY Tyre heavily perished dated 2012 (replace soon) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    623764264332
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    292898573573
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. FailMileage not read1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    247406959888
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    853014044179
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  7. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    389707287863
    • 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  8. Pass17,733 miles (-18,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    17,733 miles
    Test number
    397653499511
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass36,301 miles (+1,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    36,301 miles
    Test number
    779544008507
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass35,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,151 miles
    Test number
    867647884712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes perishing

  11. Fail35,151 miles (+600)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,151 miles
    Test number
    501204520601
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a puncture
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes perishing

  12. Pass34,551 miles (+1,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    34,551 miles
    Test number
    934360537916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass33,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    33,473 miles
    Test number
    525458567470
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wall has a cut

  14. Fail33,470 miles (+927)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,470 miles
    Test number
    970260367608
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wall has a cut

  15. Pass32,543 miles (+1,538)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    32,543 miles
    Test number
    447019524334
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass31,005 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,005 miles
    Test number
    547478413319
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroding

  17. Fail31,001 miles (+1,085)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,001 miles
    Test number
    265418813383
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroding

  18. Pass29,916 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,916 miles
    Test number
    299042812393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,055 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,055 miles
    Test number
    535738611360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,173 miles
    Test number
    272718800362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,173 miles (+1,993)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,173 miles
    Test number
    140725300369
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail24,180 miles1 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,180 miles
    Test number
    331325819328
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm outer edge
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteService indicator on
    • NoteWindscreen marked

  23. Pass24,180 miles (+2,880)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,180 miles
    Test number
    643315019325
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm outer edge
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteService indicator on
    • NoteWindscreen marked

  24. Fail21,300 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,300 miles
    Test number
    581687518355
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteService indicator on
    • NoteWindscreen marked

  25. Pass21,300 miles (+3,080)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,300 miles
    Test number
    950077718349
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteService indicator on
    • NoteWindscreen marked

  26. Pass18,220 miles (+2,866)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,220 miles
    Test number
    292629717371
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear number plate poor
    • NoteWindscreen cracked

  27. Pass15,354 miles (+2,974)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,354 miles
    Test number
    713416126315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    12,380 miles
    Test number
    314289325395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HRL

Does LB51 HRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HRL expired on 8 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HRL?
The MOT on LB51 HRL expired on 8 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HRL done?
LB51 HRL was recorded at 17,733 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2019, an average of 382 miles a year.
Has LB51 HRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HRL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 HRL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 HRL find?
LB51 HRL failed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2025 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 4 more.

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