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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 NVCMOT history

LB51 NVC is a silver petrol MINI first used on 24 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 111,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2026
Mileage
111,842 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 NVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 NVC was last recorded at 111,842 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,842 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,842 miles
  • 2023 – 109,924 miles
  • 2021 – 107,527 miles
  • 2020 – 106,684 miles
  • 2019 – 101,157 miles
  • 2018 – 96,630 miles
  • 2017 – 90,917 miles
  • 2016 – 84,304 miles
  • 2015 – 79,223 miles
  • 2014 – 76,836 miles
  • 2013 – 74,365 miles
  • 2012 – 71,420 miles
  • 2011 – 65,759 miles
  • 2010 – 60,638 miles
  • 2009 – 52,842 miles
  • 2008 – 45,462 miles
  • 2007 – 37,925 miles
  • 2006 – 30,826 miles
  • 2005 – 19,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    941079534082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    561972421300
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass111,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,842 miles
    Test number
    239870344877
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail111,842 miles (+1,918)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,842 miles
    Test number
    218374053689
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass109,924 miles (+2,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,924 miles
    Test number
    465845785129
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass107,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    480519874334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,527 miles (+843)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    686240107556
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass106,684 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,684 miles
    Test number
    585343571182
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail106,684 miles (+5,527)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,684 miles
    Test number
    502983584787
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass101,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,157 miles
    Test number
    860481468296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail101,157 miles (+4,527)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,157 miles
    Test number
    303791034846
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass96,630 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,630 miles
    Test number
    428501339205
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Fail96,630 miles (+5,713)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,630 miles
    Test number
    795002008720
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  14. Pass90,917 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,917 miles
    Test number
    401712548086
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer is hanging lower than normal

  15. Fail90,917 miles (+6,613)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,917 miles
    Test number
    493327460109
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass84,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    84,304 miles
    Test number
    157510144868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  17. Fail84,304 miles (+5,081)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,304 miles
    Test number
    637038958856
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  18. Pass79,223 miles (+2,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,223 miles
    Test number
    608114011905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail76,836 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    228816774298
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass76,836 miles (+2,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    376006574224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass74,365 miles (+2,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,365 miles
    Test number
    979827893202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail71,420 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    638547292255
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass71,420 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    909407292217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,759 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    696501591266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,754 miles (+5,116)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,754 miles
    Test number
    829057181241
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass60,638 miles (+7,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    60,638 miles
    Test number
    273518690252
    • 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)

  27. Fail52,842 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,842 miles
    Test number
    414127989247
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

  28. Pass52,842 miles (+7,380)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,842 miles
    Test number
    443787089213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,462 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,462 miles
    Test number
    351546398297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass45,462 miles (+7,537)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,462 miles
    Test number
    771536698273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,925 miles (+7,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,925 miles
    Test number
    184686297254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass30,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,826 miles
    Test number
    471796996215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail30,826 miles (+11,622)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,826 miles
    Test number
    844706896255
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass19,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,204 miles
    Test number
    422678715486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 NVC

Does LB51 NVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 NVC expired on 15 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NVC?
The MOT on LB51 NVC expired on 15 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 NVC done?
LB51 NVC was recorded at 111,842 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 5,080 miles a year.
Has LB51 NVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NVC has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 NVC 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 NVC find?
LB51 NVC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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