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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 OJTMOT history

LB51 OJT is a silver petrol MINI first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,918 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OJT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 OJT was last recorded at 116,918 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,918 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,918 miles
  • 2024 – 107,596 miles
  • 2022 – 95,831 miles
  • 2020 – 78,935 miles
  • 2019 – 68,464 miles
  • 2018 – 63,201 miles
  • 2017 – 53,510 miles
  • 2016 – 48,248 miles
  • 2015 – 42,274 miles
  • 2014 – 37,971 miles
  • 2013 – 35,500 miles
  • 2012 – 33,901 miles
  • 2011 – 32,333 miles
  • 2010 – 29,382 miles
  • 2009 – 25,390 miles
  • 2008 – 23,655 miles
  • 2006 – 20,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,918 miles
  • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both sides have product on light lens obscuring reflective surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Door damaged.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,918 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,918 miles
    Test number
    689371958231
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both sides have product on light lens obscuring reflective surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail116,918 miles (+9,322)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,918 miles
    Test number
    202739372577
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Both sides have product on light lens obscuring reflective surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass107,596 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    107,596 miles
    Test number
    428556869908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,218 miles (+7,387)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,218 miles
    Test number
    818276507363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,831 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,831 miles
    Test number
    662746299595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top shock bearing noisey
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail95,831 miles (+8,117)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,831 miles
    Test number
    585738717948
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top shock bearing noisey
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,714 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    626656078068
    • AdvisoryFront top mounts noisey offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail87,714 miles (+8,779)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,714 miles
    Test number
    726577664374
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront top mounts noisey offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,935 miles
    Test number
    636148861032
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight noise from offside and nearside front shock absorber top bearings

  10. Fail78,935 miles (+10,471)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,935 miles
    Test number
    503269484740
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight noise from offside and nearside front shock absorber top bearings

  11. Pass68,464 miles (+5,263)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,464 miles
    Test number
    893222308496
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,201 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,201 miles
    Test number
    739378120965
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively grooved & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail63,201 miles (+9,691)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,201 miles
    Test number
    907456063444
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected sticker on windscreen (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively grooved & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake indicator lamp permanently on

  14. Pass53,510 miles (+105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,510 miles
    Test number
    924287833738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail53,405 miles (+5,157)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,405 miles
    Test number
    695253400435
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass48,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,248 miles
    Test number
    553507659665
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail48,228 miles (+5,954)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    965898426328
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass42,274 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,274 miles
    Test number
    215952195069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,971 miles (+2,471)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,971 miles
    Test number
    669070824103
    • NoteEmission test result on the limit at 0.20
    • NoteRear silencer very rusty --- outer case disintegrating
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  20. Pass35,500 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,500 miles
    Test number
    465326713177
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded slightly

  21. Fail35,500 miles (+1,599)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,500 miles
    Test number
    648686013152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded slightly

  22. Pass33,901 miles (+1,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,901 miles
    Test number
    885519612180
    • 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)

  23. Pass32,333 miles (+2,951)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,333 miles
    Test number
    948641711140
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread depth 2.5mm

  24. Pass29,382 miles (+3,992)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,382 miles
    Test number
    831468810180
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split

  25. Pass25,390 miles (+1,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,390 miles
    Test number
    993528319173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass23,655 miles (+2,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,655 miles
    Test number
    963287618109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass20,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,957 miles
    Test number
    724332246388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OJT

Does LB51 OJT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 OJT is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OJT?
The MOT on LB51 OJT is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 OJT done?
LB51 OJT was recorded at 116,918 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 5,054 miles a year.
Has LB51 OJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OJT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 OJT 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 OJT find?
LB51 OJT passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both sides have product on light lens obscuring reflective surface; front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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