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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 ORJMOT history

LB51 ORJ is a red petrol MINI first used on 22 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2024
Mileage
80,185 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 ORJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 ORJ was last recorded at 80,185 miles on 5 Apr 2023, 1,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,599 miles · 29 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,586 miles
Average per year
3,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,185 miles
  • 2022 – 78,599 miles
  • 2021 – 77,361 miles
  • 2020 – 74,793 miles
  • 2019 – 74,748 miles
  • 2018 – 71,853 miles
  • 2017 – 68,605 miles
  • 2016 – 60,074 miles
  • 2015 – 57,954 miles
  • 2014 – 52,069 miles
  • 2013 – 46,477 miles
  • 2012 – 43,860 miles
  • 2011 – 40,506 miles
  • 2010 – 36,803 miles
  • 2009 – 32,498 miles
  • 2008 – 28,740 miles
  • 2007 – 25,801 miles
  • 2006 – 20,367 miles
  • 2005 – 16,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,185 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,185 miles (+1,586)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    80,185 miles
    Test number
    791346956033
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass78,599 miles (+2)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,599 miles
    Test number
    199758577646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail78,597 miles (+10)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,597 miles
    Test number
    445294217516
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail78,587 miles (+1,226)3 major2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,587 miles
    Test number
    524958158979
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass77,361 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    795567576612
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail77,361 miles (+2,568)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    193756395046
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass74,793 miles (+45)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,793 miles
    Test number
    605113052111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail74,748 miles (+2,895)3 dangerous1 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,748 miles
    Test number
    995928377092
    • DangerousFuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass71,853 miles (+3,248)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,853 miles
    Test number
    999019860119
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads inner edges wearing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs, nearside front suspension coil spring, rear antiroll bar, rear subframe and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/ hose slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs, metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working

  10. Pass68,605 miles (+8,531)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    847786849393
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs, nearside front suspension coil spring, rear antiroll bar, rear subframe and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryBrake discs, metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront tyre treads inner edges starting to wear
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens small crack
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust starting to rust and slight leak
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working and rear screen wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear

  11. Pass60,074 miles (+2,120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,074 miles
    Test number
    810906755564
    • AdvisoryBoth rear/ nearside front coil springs, rear antiroll bar, fuel tank straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront/ rear brake discs, metal brake pipes, unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel bearing slight play/ noise
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes slightly damp

  12. Pass57,954 miles (+87)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,954 miles
    Test number
    945238218181
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  13. Fail57,867 miles (+5,798)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,867 miles
    Test number
    912039436922
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp

  14. Pass52,069 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,069 miles
    Test number
    199282424331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Fail52,000 miles (+5,523)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,000 miles
    Test number
    585146414363
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail46,477 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,477 miles
    Test number
    478524203397
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass46,477 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,477 miles
    Test number
    489534303346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,860 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,860 miles
    Test number
    835578012384
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail43,855 miles (+3,349)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,855 miles
    Test number
    815564812303
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside inner c.v gaiter clip fouling gearbox

  20. Pass40,506 miles (+3,703)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,506 miles
    Test number
    977521811333
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusted / worn
    • NoteGearbox leaking oil
    • NoteRear brake discs rusted / worn

  21. Pass36,803 miles (+4,305)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,803 miles
    Test number
    460075410456
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  22. Pass32,498 miles (+3,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,498 miles
    Test number
    421178909362
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass28,740 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,740 miles
    Test number
    482762118483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,801 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    25,801 miles
    Test number
    561671717308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,367 miles (+4,115)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,367 miles
    Test number
    860360206359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    16,252 miles
    Test number
    524443715335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 ORJ

Does LB51 ORJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 ORJ expired on 4 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 ORJ?
The MOT on LB51 ORJ expired on 4 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 ORJ done?
LB51 ORJ was recorded at 80,185 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2023, an average of 3,674 miles a year.
Has LB51 ORJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 ORJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 ORJ 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 ORJ find?
LB51 ORJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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