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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 RSZMOT history

LB51 RSZ is a red petrol MINI first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
156,895 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2019
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 RSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 RSZ was last recorded at 156,895 miles on 19 Feb 2019, 6,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,707 miles · 22 Feb 2018
Between the last two tests
6,188 miles
Average per year
9,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 156,895 miles
  • 2018 – 150,707 miles
  • 2017 – 144,407 miles
  • 2016 – 134,299 miles
  • 2015 – 122,070 miles
  • 2014 – 112,668 miles
  • 2013 – 103,338 miles
  • 2012 – 94,135 miles
  • 2011 – 80,475 miles
  • 2010 – 68,279 miles
  • 2009 – 56,886 miles
  • 2008 – 44,881 miles
  • 2007 – 35,917 miles
  • 2006 – 26,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    273734422987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    244938492454
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass156,895 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    171763738627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake slightly binding

  4. Fail156,895 miles (+6,188)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    539645354653
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake slightly binding

  5. Pass150,707 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    150,707 miles
    Test number
    637464598824
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail150,706 miles (+6,299)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,706 miles
    Test number
    522861001100
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass144,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    144,407 miles
    Test number
    650087172442
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail144,407 miles (+10,108)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,407 miles
    Test number
    853474123890
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass134,299 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    134,299 miles
    Test number
    129037882965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre edge

  10. Fail134,299 miles (+12,229)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,299 miles
    Test number
    953756292752
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre edge

  11. Fail122,070 miles5 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,070 miles
    Test number
    186886915020
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  12. Pass122,070 miles (+9,402)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    122,070 miles
    Test number
    409816615028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  13. Pass112,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    112,668 miles
    Test number
    708388024097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail112,668 miles (+9,330)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,668 miles
    Test number
    355088424098
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass103,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    103,338 miles
    Test number
    385662433086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,338 miles (+9,203)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,338 miles
    Test number
    189831133005
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass94,135 miles (+13,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    94,135 miles
    Test number
    276744622006
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass80,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,475 miles
    Test number
    438636801038
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail80,475 miles (+12,196)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,475 miles
    Test number
    745976101004
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail68,279 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,279 miles
    Test number
    343780620094
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass68,279 miles (+11,393)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,279 miles
    Test number
    552670320044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,886 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,886 miles
    Test number
    100166629047
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass56,886 miles (+12,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,886 miles
    Test number
    994366229079
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass44,881 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,881 miles
    Test number
    914528918016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,856 miles (+8,939)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,856 miles
    Test number
    682127418081
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass35,917 miles (+9,874)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,917 miles
    Test number
    963482317067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,043 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    26,043 miles
    Test number
    362618716044
    • NoteRear brake imbalance

Questions about LB51 RSZ

Does LB51 RSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 RSZ is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 RSZ?
The MOT on LB51 RSZ is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 RSZ done?
LB51 RSZ was recorded at 156,895 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2019, an average of 9,999 miles a year.
Has LB51 RSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 RSZ has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 RSZ 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 RSZ find?
LB51 RSZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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