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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 RPYMOT history

LB51 RPY is a blue petrol MINI first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
75,571 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2019
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 RPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 RPY was last recorded at 75,571 miles on 7 Jun 2019, 302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,269 miles · 25 May 2019
Between the last two tests
302 miles
Average per year
4,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 75,571 miles
  • 2018 – 67,733 miles
  • 2017 – 63,118 miles
  • 2016 – 59,624 miles
  • 2015 – 53,906 miles
  • 2014 – 47,384 miles
  • 2013 – 41,279 miles
  • 2012 – 34,321 miles
  • 2011 – 28,822 miles
  • 2010 – 23,875 miles
  • 2009 – 22,936 miles
  • 2008 – 21,092 miles
  • 2007 – 19,001 miles
  • 2006 – 17,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underside
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryReverse light not working

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Clutch pedal rubber missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Drivers seat base has minor movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    338914791083
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. FailMileage not read1 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    430553113528
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    305666027779
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base has minor movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. FailMileage not read7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    643026511015
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base has minor movement
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. PassMileage not read2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    489471729148
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front - rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read3 major1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    339009223979
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both lenses deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front - rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    577326935382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. FailMileage not read4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    742319164054
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass75,571 miles (+302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,571 miles
    Test number
    386146297024
    • 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))

  10. Fail75,269 miles (+7,536)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,269 miles
    Test number
    725176241911
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass67,733 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,733 miles
    Test number
    811611044446
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVibrations under accelerations but nothing found on test

  12. Fail67,732 miles (+4,614)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,732 miles
    Test number
    893940729575
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVibrations under accelerations but nothing found on test

  13. Pass63,118 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,118 miles
    Test number
    578035303831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,116 miles (+3,492)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,116 miles
    Test number
    628395239209
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass59,624 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,624 miles
    Test number
    190488327646
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded, rear exhaust mount deteriorated

  16. Fail59,616 miles (+5,710)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,616 miles
    Test number
    615986352584
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded, rear exhaust mount deteriorated

  17. Pass53,906 miles (+6,522)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,906 miles
    Test number
    549620195058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,384 miles
    Test number
    145254394481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,384 miles (+6,105)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,384 miles
    Test number
    895014594027
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  20. Pass41,279 miles (+6,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,279 miles
    Test number
    915852793061
    • 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)

  21. Pass34,321 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,321 miles
    Test number
    405996172054
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSteering system noisy

  22. Fail34,321 miles (+5,499)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,321 miles
    Test number
    538716872012
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSteering system noisy

  23. Pass28,822 miles (+4,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,822 miles
    Test number
    346321571088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass23,875 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,875 miles
    Test number
    604192880031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,936 miles (+1,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,936 miles
    Test number
    410358969089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass21,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,092 miles
    Test number
    220426368078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,092 miles (+2,091)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,092 miles
    Test number
    711236768049
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass19,001 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,001 miles
    Test number
    913685867098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,576 miles
    Test number
    754359556054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 RPY

Does LB51 RPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 RPY expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 RPY?
The MOT on LB51 RPY expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 RPY done?
LB51 RPY was recorded at 75,571 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2019, an average of 4,370 miles a year.
Has LB51 RPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 RPY has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 RPY 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 RPY find?
LB51 RPY passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses; fuel cap seal perished; general corrosion to vehicle underside, and 6 more.

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