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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 XCGMOT history

LB51 XCG is a blue petrol MINI first used on 24 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 125,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2025
Mileage
125,002 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 XCG was last recorded at 125,002 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 12,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,882 miles · 26 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
12,120 miles
Average per year
5,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,002 miles
  • 2024 – 112,882 miles
  • 2023 – 101,345 miles
  • 2022 – 92,844 miles
  • 2021 – 81,676 miles
  • 2020 – 75,668 miles
  • 2019 – 69,892 miles
  • 2018 – 64,689 miles
  • 2017 – 59,880 miles
  • 2016 – 56,258 miles
  • 2015 – 56,174 miles
  • 2014 – 46,997 miles
  • 2013 – 42,457 miles
  • 2012 – 37,988 miles
  • 2010 – 30,185 miles
  • 2009 – 25,944 miles
  • 2008 – 22,996 miles
  • 2006 – 18,175 miles
  • 2005 – 16,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,002 miles
  • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,002 miles (+12,120)12 major1 repaired4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,002 miles
    Test number
    829696247883
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  2. Pass112,882 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    112,882 miles
    Test number
    900408098914
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail112,882 miles (+11,537)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,882 miles
    Test number
    825812005764
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass101,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,345 miles
    Test number
    429059756496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,345 miles (+8,501)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,345 miles
    Test number
    295759815764
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass92,844 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,844 miles
    Test number
    278865300654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail92,844 miles (+11,168)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,844 miles
    Test number
    149988227994
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass81,676 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,676 miles
    Test number
    927897787220
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail81,676 miles (+6,008)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,676 miles
    Test number
    789762152193
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass75,668 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    894106664095
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose mounting strap defective (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  11. Fail75,668 miles (+5,776)4 major2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    863761681132
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose mounting strap defective (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  12. Pass69,892 miles (+5,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,892 miles
    Test number
    889047003474
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass64,689 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    64,689 miles
    Test number
    487475598081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,880 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,880 miles
    Test number
    804156886163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm ON legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in steering column

  15. Fail59,880 miles (+3,622)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,880 miles
    Test number
    910035639936
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm ON legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in steering column

  16. Pass56,258 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    56,258 miles
    Test number
    454499126871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,174 miles (+3,726)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,174 miles
    Test number
    753406765324
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face corroded (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  18. Pass52,448 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,448 miles
    Test number
    196373125090
    • NoteBoth rear exhaurst rubber mountains worn

  19. Fail52,446 miles (+5,449)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,446 miles
    Test number
    939993725062
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear exhaurst rubber mountains worn

  20. Pass46,997 miles (+116)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,997 miles
    Test number
    456831314029
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE HAS ITS KERBING RIB ON THE INSIDE

  21. Fail46,881 miles (+4,424)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,881 miles
    Test number
    447113704045
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE HAS ITS KERBING RIB ON THE INSIDE

  22. Pass42,457 miles (+4,469)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    168075523401
    • NoteAIR BAG WARNING LAMP ON
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE'S KERBING RIB IS ON THE INSIDE

  23. Pass37,988 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,988 miles
    Test number
    608324412088
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note175/65HR15
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE KERBING RIBB ON THE INSIDE

  24. Fail37,988 miles (+7,803)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,988 miles
    Test number
    958644412036
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note175/65HR15
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE KERBING RIBB ON THE INSIDE

  25. Pass30,185 miles (+4,241)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,185 miles
    Test number
    600208440318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,944 miles (+2,948)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,944 miles
    Test number
    913745969393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,996 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,996 miles
    Test number
    431128858370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,576 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,576 miles
    Test number
    123643108095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,175 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,175 miles
    Test number
    582084156337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    16,136 miles
    Test number
    332290455331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XCG

Does LB51 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XCG expired on 25 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XCG?
The MOT on LB51 XCG expired on 25 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XCG done?
LB51 XCG was recorded at 125,002 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 5,652 miles a year.
Has LB51 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XCG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 XCG 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 XCG find?
LB51 XCG failed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 12 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam; dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam; main beam tell-tale not working, and 15 more.

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