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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 RLYMOT history

LB51 RLY is a green petrol MINI first used on 30 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
126,245 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 RLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 RLY was last recorded at 126,245 miles on 10 Jun 2025, 237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jan 2024: 95,112 miles, lower than 103,311 miles on 13 Dec 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
126,008 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
237 miles
Average per year
5,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,245 miles
  • 2024 – 95,121 miles
  • 2022 – 103,311 miles
  • 2021 – 102,344 miles
  • 2019 – 99,026 miles
  • 2018 – 95,787 miles
  • 2017 – 90,921 miles
  • 2016 – 86,409 miles
  • 2015 – 82,760 miles
  • 2014 – 77,463 miles
  • 2013 – 70,420 miles
  • 2012 – 64,853 miles
  • 2011 – 60,174 miles
  • 2010 – 56,948 miles
  • 2009 – 50,448 miles
  • 2008 – 41,959 miles
  • 2007 – 39,039 miles
  • 2006 – 32,843 miles
  • 2005 – 27,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,245 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,245 miles (+237)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    126,245 miles
    Test number
    652918395521
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail126,008 miles (+30,887)2 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,008 miles
    Test number
    977968026200
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated ABS lead deteriorated (4.11 (b) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass95,121 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,121 miles
    Test number
    884446359627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,112 miles (-8,199)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,112 miles
    Test number
    782101576423
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  5. Pass103,311 miles (+967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    103,311 miles
    Test number
    141868626851
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to sub-frames suspension components and structure

  6. Pass102,344 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,344 miles
    Test number
    393034610553
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong brake pedal travel evident!
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn at edges
    • AdvisoryRear cross-member and suspension components corroding!

  7. Fail102,341 miles (+30)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,341 miles
    Test number
    421533074454
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing at edges.

  8. Fail102,311 miles (+3,285)3 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,311 miles
    Test number
    234907296354
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing at edges.

  9. Pass99,026 miles (+3,239)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,026 miles
    Test number
    318901820617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,787 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,787 miles
    Test number
    471999434473
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of both front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap is rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight perishing on o/s/r tyre

  11. Fail95,787 miles (+4,866)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,787 miles
    Test number
    670753452782
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of both front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap is rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight perishing on o/s/r tyre

  12. Pass90,921 miles (+4,512)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,921 miles
    Test number
    912367191676
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear mounting points (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap is rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear index light cover is missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWear on brake pedal rubber
    • AdvisoryO/s/f plastic jacking block is missing

  13. Pass86,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,409 miles
    Test number
    403718899816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail86,409 miles (+3,649)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,409 miles
    Test number
    642951061341
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner corrosion offside rear inner corrosion (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass82,760 miles (+75)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,760 miles
    Test number
    276078065139
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail82,685 miles (+5,222)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,685 miles
    Test number
    949281365175
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail77,463 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    148173564199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCover missing on n/s registration lamp

  18. Pass77,463 miles (+7,043)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    848583064107
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCover missing on n/s registration lamp

  19. Pass70,420 miles (+73)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    318404253158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight travel on footbrake

  20. Fail70,347 miles (+5,494)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,347 miles
    Test number
    817930853125
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight travel on footbrake

  21. Pass64,853 miles (+4,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,853 miles
    Test number
    785075962162
    • 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. Pass60,174 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,174 miles
    Test number
    599746761161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCorrosion on rear brake discs,slight judder showing when carrying out brake test
    • NoteHigh and low spots on boh rear tyres
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber split

  23. Fail60,174 miles (+3,226)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,174 miles
    Test number
    426384061134
    • 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCorrosion on rear brake discs,slight judder showing when carrying out brake test
    • NoteHigh and low spots on boh rear tyres
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber split

  24. Pass56,948 miles (+6,500)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,948 miles
    Test number
    822836320125
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip worn

  25. Pass50,448 miles (+8,489)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,448 miles
    Test number
    881059029291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,959 miles (+2,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    41,959 miles
    Test number
    990801638213
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass39,039 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,039 miles
    Test number
    241127117350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,843 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,843 miles
    Test number
    404571426465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,061 miles
    Test number
    713341225347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 RLY

Does LB51 RLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 RLY expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 RLY?
The MOT on LB51 RLY expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 RLY done?
LB51 RLY was recorded at 126,245 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2025, an average of 5,070 miles a year.
Has LB51 RLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 RLY has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 RLY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 RLY find?
LB51 RLY passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2025 with 7 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; front oil leak, but not excessive; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 4 more.

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