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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 OVFMOT history

LB51 OVF is a black petrol MINI first used on 15 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2025
Mileage
89,402 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 OVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 OVF was last recorded at 89,402 miles on 25 Sept 2023, 28,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,767 miles · 27 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
28,635 miles
Average per year
3,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,402 miles
  • 2021 – 60,767 miles
  • 2020 – 58,630 miles
  • 2019 – 56,455 miles
  • 2018 – 55,966 miles
  • 2017 – 55,279 miles
  • 2016 – 54,544 miles
  • 2015 – 52,577 miles
  • 2014 – 50,720 miles
  • 2013 – 49,838 miles
  • 2012 – 47,863 miles
  • 2011 – 46,387 miles
  • 2010 – 43,157 miles
  • 2009 – 38,921 miles
  • 2008 – 35,608 miles
  • 2007 – 30,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge but not showing the ply or cords at the time of test (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap slightly corroded

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Fuel tank strap slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    683489034450
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge but not showing the ply or cords at the time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap slightly corroded

  2. FailMileage not read5 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    852372015481
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge but not showing the ply or cords at the time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap slightly corroded

  3. Pass89,402 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,402 miles
    Test number
    275948671205
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slightly corroded

  4. Fail89,402 miles1 major3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,402 miles
    Test number
    248154677004
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slightly corroded

  5. PassMileage not read2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    449877763502
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slightly corroded

  6. FailMileage not read5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    737998559789
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slightly corroded

  7. Pass60,767 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,767 miles
    Test number
    544611268412
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail60,766 miles (+2,136)4 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,766 miles
    Test number
    178119588239
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass58,630 miles (+2,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,630 miles
    Test number
    979915470832
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel slightly further than expected
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  10. Pass56,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,455 miles
    Test number
    616083832685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail56,455 miles (+489)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,455 miles
    Test number
    671017080594
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached bolt missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass55,966 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,966 miles
    Test number
    708530960653
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank mounting strap heavily corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail55,966 miles (+687)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,966 miles
    Test number
    839102143630
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Fuel tank mounting strap heavily corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass55,279 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,279 miles
    Test number
    623168591962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,544 miles (+1,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    251045506552
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  16. Pass52,577 miles (+1,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,577 miles
    Test number
    228368328680
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded and in poor condition

  17. Pass50,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,720 miles
    Test number
    607544644228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,720 miles (+882)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,720 miles
    Test number
    518394244244
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass49,838 miles (+1,975)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,838 miles
    Test number
    586972653247
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  20. Pass47,863 miles (+8)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,863 miles
    Test number
    338415362021
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteNearside rear jacking point missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  21. Fail47,855 miles (+1,468)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,855 miles
    Test number
    849622962071
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteNearside rear jacking point missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer in poor condition

  22. Pass46,387 miles (+3,230)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,387 miles
    Test number
    107929261063
    • NoteSlight misting around power steering pipes (at steering rack)

  23. Pass43,157 miles (+4,236)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,157 miles
    Test number
    134822170439
    • NoteCoolant low
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads low
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  24. Pass38,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    282595179017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail38,921 miles (+3,313)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    642395279045
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass35,608 miles (+4,626)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,608 miles
    Test number
    761725768058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,982 miles
    Test number
    100194267415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 OVF

Does LB51 OVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 OVF expired on 27 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 OVF?
The MOT on LB51 OVF expired on 27 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 OVF done?
LB51 OVF was recorded at 89,402 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2023, an average of 3,528 miles a year.
Has LB51 OVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 OVF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 OVF 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 OVF find?
LB51 OVF passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 8 more.

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