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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 NWAMOT history

LB51 NWA is a silver petrol MINI first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 62,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2025
Mileage
62,105 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB51 NWA was last recorded at 62,105 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 1,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,580 miles · 26 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,525 miles
Average per year
2,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,105 miles
  • 2021 – 60,580 miles
  • 2019 – 55,315 miles
  • 2018 – 48,925 miles
  • 2017 – 44,983 miles
  • 2016 – 42,699 miles
  • 2015 – 40,387 miles
  • 2014 – 36,718 miles
  • 2013 – 32,887 miles
  • 2012 – 29,193 miles
  • 2011 – 27,609 miles
  • 2010 – 26,038 miles
  • 2009 – 24,345 miles
  • 2008 – 22,597 miles
  • 2007 – 20,267 miles
  • 2006 – 17,551 miles
  • 2005 – 14,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear exhaust box rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    120817600911
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    681279241015
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. PassMileage not read2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    975566669519
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  4. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    281669118851
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  5. Pass62,105 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,105 miles
    Test number
    589284213114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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))

  6. Fail62,105 miles (+1,525)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,105 miles
    Test number
    256898319951
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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))

  7. Pass60,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,580 miles
    Test number
    452747888636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver window doesnt open
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail60,580 miles (+5,265)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,580 miles
    Test number
    402155624508
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver window doesnt open
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass55,315 miles (+94)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,315 miles
    Test number
    222494767193
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing corroded
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  10. Fail55,221 miles (+6,296)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,221 miles
    Test number
    485616155850
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding

  11. Pass48,925 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,925 miles
    Test number
    281907845637
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail48,917 miles (+3,934)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,917 miles
    Test number
    481521386482
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pad worn low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded.

  13. Pass44,983 miles (+2,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,983 miles
    Test number
    902314374634
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  14. Pass42,699 miles (+2,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,699 miles
    Test number
    136328000878
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  15. Pass40,387 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,387 miles
    Test number
    898051360657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,718 miles (+3,831)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,718 miles
    Test number
    176740104323
    • NoteAdvise engine management light on

  17. Pass32,887 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,887 miles
    Test number
    775696493299
    • NoteInner of rear discs slightly corroded.
    • NoteN/s steering arm has slight movement.

  18. Fail32,887 miles (+3,694)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,887 miles
    Test number
    936066393236
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteInner of rear discs slightly corroded.
    • NoteN/s steering arm has slight movement.

  19. Pass29,193 miles (+1,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,193 miles
    Test number
    367534892423
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass27,609 miles (+1,571)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    27,609 miles
    Test number
    717555881296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,038 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,038 miles
    Test number
    113739380270
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail26,038 miles (+1,693)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,038 miles
    Test number
    942999980236
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass24,345 miles (+1,748)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,345 miles
    Test number
    614170399295
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBody covers fitted

  24. Pass22,597 miles (+2,330)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,597 miles
    Test number
    830282808313
    • NoteSll and body coverds fitted

  25. Pass20,267 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,267 miles
    Test number
    414284227321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,551 miles (+2,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,551 miles
    Test number
    873992316361
    • 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)

  27. Pass14,769 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    14,769 miles
    Test number
    302785035351
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

Questions about LB51 NWA

Does LB51 NWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 NWA expired on 13 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NWA?
The MOT on LB51 NWA expired on 13 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 NWA done?
LB51 NWA was recorded at 62,105 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 2,903 miles a year.
Has LB51 NWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NWA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 NWA 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 NWA find?
LB51 NWA passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2024 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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