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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 VXRMOT history

LB51 VXR is a silver petrol MINI first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 63,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
63,953 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 VXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 VXR was last recorded at 63,953 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 2,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,450 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,503 miles
Average per year
2,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,953 miles
  • 2024 – 61,450 miles
  • 2023 – 59,723 miles
  • 2022 – 57,598 miles
  • 2021 – 55,532 miles
  • 2020 – 53,082 miles
  • 2019 – 51,309 miles
  • 2018 – 48,786 miles
  • 2017 – 43,830 miles
  • 2016 – 41,358 miles
  • 2015 – 38,446 miles
  • 2014 – 34,449 miles
  • 2013 – 31,551 miles
  • 2012 – 27,976 miles
  • 2011 – 26,119 miles
  • 2010 – 24,098 miles
  • 2009 – 22,143 miles
  • 2008 – 19,996 miles
  • 2007 – 17,206 miles
  • 2006 – 14,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,953 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,953 miles (+2,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    63,953 miles
    Test number
    689132780916
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass61,450 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    61,450 miles
    Test number
    651484409047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,723 miles (+2,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    59,723 miles
    Test number
    611092613654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass57,598 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    57,598 miles
    Test number
    180767400052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,532 miles (+2,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,532 miles
    Test number
    394941875211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Spy Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Spy Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass53,082 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,082 miles
    Test number
    288961605944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,309 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,309 miles
    Test number
    717350029716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,786 miles (+4,956)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,786 miles
    Test number
    757221306236
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass43,830 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,830 miles
    Test number
    302801602105
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Fail43,830 miles (+2,472)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,830 miles
    Test number
    944762269760
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass41,358 miles (+2,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    41,358 miles
    Test number
    411108257939
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass38,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,446 miles
    Test number
    864075740106
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail38,446 miles (+3,997)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,446 miles
    Test number
    953301635919
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass34,449 miles (+2,898)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    34,449 miles
    Test number
    615046254399
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  15. Pass31,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    31,551 miles
    Test number
    219146033359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,551 miles (+3,575)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,551 miles
    Test number
    939326333382
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass27,976 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    27,976 miles
    Test number
    826079732354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    26,119 miles
    Test number
    125682641315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail26,119 miles (+2,021)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,119 miles
    Test number
    606712641324
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass24,098 miles (+1,955)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,098 miles
    Test number
    764262940330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,143 miles (+2,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,143 miles
    Test number
    283274539391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass19,996 miles (+2,790)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,996 miles
    Test number
    112047538346
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads are worn low.

  23. Pass17,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,206 miles
    Test number
    371730347373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail17,206 miles (+2,809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,206 miles
    Test number
    330699237367
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

  25. Pass14,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,397 miles
    Test number
    812446926361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 VXR

Does LB51 VXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 VXR is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 VXR?
The MOT on LB51 VXR is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 VXR done?
LB51 VXR was recorded at 63,953 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 2,598 miles a year.
Has LB51 VXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 VXR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on LB51 VXR 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 VXR find?
LB51 VXR passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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