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Silver and Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LB51 NTYMOT history

LB51 NTY is a silver and black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 23 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 33,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
33,905 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 NTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 NTY was last recorded at 33,905 miles on 7 Sept 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Mar 2016: 27,943 miles, lower than 27,945 miles on 20 Feb 2015.
  • 13 Jan 2020: 28,963 miles, lower than 28,964 miles on 11 Jan 2020.

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
33,897 miles · 2 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 33,905 miles
  • 2022 – 32,639 miles
  • 2021 – 32,131 miles
  • 2020 – 28,963 miles
  • 2018 – 28,052 miles
  • 2017 – 27,966 miles
  • 2016 – 27,950 miles
  • 2015 – 27,945 miles
  • 2014 – 27,437 miles
  • 2013 – 26,535 miles
  • 2012 – 25,455 miles
  • 2011 – 23,609 miles
  • 2010 – 21,237 miles
  • 2009 – 18,647 miles
  • 2008 – 16,049 miles
  • 2007 – 13,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various different oil leak under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Outer Sill covers fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    694872411723
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various different oil leak under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    613517568406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    264879374853
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass33,905 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    33,905 miles
    Test number
    402155735473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail33,897 miles (+19)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,897 miles
    Test number
    228299209283
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail33,878 miles (+1,239)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,878 miles
    Test number
    523959278325
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass32,639 miles (+508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    32,639 miles
    Test number
    859896902121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass32,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    32,131 miles
    Test number
    228666766629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  9. Fail32,131 miles (+3,168)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,131 miles
    Test number
    300859592339
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  10. Pass28,963 miles (-1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,963 miles
    Test number
    195306346614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  11. Fail28,964 miles (+912)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,964 miles
    Test number
    862479719834
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted.

  12. Pass28,052 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,052 miles
    Test number
    439709700146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  13. Pass27,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,966 miles
    Test number
    357271873359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  14. Fail27,966 miles (+16)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,966 miles
    Test number
    815640006024
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  15. Pass27,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    27,950 miles
    Test number
    984141989577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,943 miles (-2)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,943 miles
    Test number
    389817582979
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass27,945 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    27,945 miles
    Test number
    797091255047
    • NoteBoth rear tyres uneven worn
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail27,943 miles (+506)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,943 miles
    Test number
    179920955452
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres uneven worn
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass27,437 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    27,437 miles
    Test number
    317733884093
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre edges are worn.(advise replace)

  20. Fail27,434 miles (+899)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,434 miles
    Test number
    378481184053
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre edges are worn.(advise replace)

  21. Pass26,535 miles (+1,080)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,535 miles
    Test number
    957560373003
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre uneven worn

  22. Pass25,455 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,455 miles
    Test number
    128687612483
    • NoteAirbag wrning light on

  23. Fail25,454 miles (+1,845)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,454 miles
    Test number
    785623312005
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAirbag wrning light on
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Pass23,609 miles (+2,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,609 miles
    Test number
    198776751074
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass21,237 miles (+2,590)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    21,237 miles
    Test number
    233567250005
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.

  26. Pass18,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,647 miles
    Test number
    110486559094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail18,647 miles (+2,598)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,647 miles
    Test number
    361806859086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass16,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,049 miles
    Test number
    474050378095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail16,049 miles (+2,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,049 miles
    Test number
    821710878084
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass13,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,615 miles
    Test number
    972731277010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB51 NTY

Does LB51 NTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 NTY is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NTY?
The MOT on LB51 NTY is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 NTY done?
LB51 NTY was recorded at 33,905 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2023, an average of 1,230 miles a year.
Has LB51 NTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NTY has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 NTY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 NTY find?
LB51 NTY passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive various different oil leak under vehicle; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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