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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB52 CNXMOT history

LB52 CNX is a red petrol MINI first used on 15 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 63,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
63,433 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 CNX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 CNX was last recorded at 63,433 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,649 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
784 miles
Average per year
2,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,433 miles
  • 2025 – 62,649 miles
  • 2024 – 61,015 miles
  • 2023 – 61,005 miles
  • 2022 – 59,900 miles
  • 2021 – 57,828 miles
  • 2020 – 55,678 miles
  • 2019 – 54,062 miles
  • 2017 – 52,780 miles
  • 2016 – 51,070 miles
  • 2015 – 49,626 miles
  • 2014 – 47,523 miles
  • 2013 – 45,435 miles
  • 2012 – 43,775 miles
  • 2011 – 42,033 miles
  • 2010 – 39,417 miles
  • 2009 – 35,398 miles
  • 2008 – 30,497 miles
  • 2007 – 25,783 miles
  • 2006 – 17,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,433 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,433 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    129289524545
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail63,433 miles (+784)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    801040469820
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,649 miles (+1,634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    62,649 miles
    Test number
    727178348113
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass61,015 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    61,015 miles
    Test number
    135128701158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail61,008 miles (+3)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,008 miles
    Test number
    109079271938
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail61,005 miles (+1,105)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,005 miles
    Test number
    907952748964
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass59,900 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,900 miles
    Test number
    448729811792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,796 miles (+1,968)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,796 miles
    Test number
    141122042317
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass57,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,828 miles
    Test number
    525053721826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,828 miles (+2,150)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,828 miles
    Test number
    745864361723
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass55,678 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,678 miles
    Test number
    490720943028
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail55,671 miles (+1,609)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,671 miles
    Test number
    388363362437
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass54,062 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    54,062 miles
    Test number
    450232271642
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel cap sealing rubber crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver seat cover slightly damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box surface corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail54,060 miles (+1,280)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,060 miles
    Test number
    318761785361
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel cap sealing rubber crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver seat cover slightly damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box surface corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass52,780 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,780 miles
    Test number
    395758946233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,070 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,070 miles
    Test number
    984366386742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,626 miles
    Test number
    865587484351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,626 miles (+2,103)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,626 miles
    Test number
    586787604283
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass47,523 miles (+2,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,523 miles
    Test number
    406207124183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass45,435 miles (+1,660)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,435 miles
    Test number
    299994613125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,775 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,775 miles
    Test number
    458225922188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,768 miles (+1,735)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,768 miles
    Test number
    547453522168
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass42,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,033 miles
    Test number
    158917411186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail42,033 miles (+2,616)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,033 miles
    Test number
    576967611116
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass39,417 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,417 miles
    Test number
    953352010141
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail39,416 miles (+4,018)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    194982010152
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass35,398 miles (+4,901)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,398 miles
    Test number
    980906299019
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass30,497 miles (+4,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,497 miles
    Test number
    340426388051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass25,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,783 miles
    Test number
    653192677022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,783 miles (+8,049)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,783 miles
    Test number
    274048267066
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass17,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,734 miles
    Test number
    581278766080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 CNX

Does LB52 CNX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 CNX is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 CNX?
The MOT on LB52 CNX is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 CNX done?
LB52 CNX was recorded at 63,433 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 2,288 miles a year.
Has LB52 CNX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 CNX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 CNX 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 LB52 CNX find?
LB52 CNX passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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