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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB52 LAEMOT history

LB52 LAE is a red petrol MINI first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 152,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
152,109 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 LAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 LAE was last recorded at 152,109 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,106 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,109 miles
  • 2021 – 151,029 miles
  • 2018 – 149,417 miles
  • 2017 – 147,217 miles
  • 2016 – 141,459 miles
  • 2015 – 133,558 miles
  • 2014 – 121,736 miles
  • 2013 – 110,015 miles
  • 2012 – 99,560 miles
  • 2011 – 89,329 miles
  • 2010 – 79,330 miles
  • 2009 – 67,520 miles
  • 2008 – 57,649 miles
  • 2007 – 45,218 miles
  • 2006 – 33,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,109 miles

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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,109 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    152,109 miles
    Test number
    101149263694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail152,106 miles (+1,077)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,106 miles
    Test number
    610993373971
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  3. Pass151,029 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    151,029 miles
    Test number
    483602276622
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail151,029 miles (+1,612)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,029 miles
    Test number
    352327420194
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury boot lid sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass149,417 miles (+2,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    149,417 miles
    Test number
    124232047649
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,217 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    147,217 miles
    Test number
    538251841319
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail147,184 miles (+5,725)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,184 miles
    Test number
    518829955198
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass141,459 miles (+2,447)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    141,459 miles
    Test number
    524590693582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,012 miles (+5,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    139,012 miles
    Test number
    975098011675
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass133,558 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    133,558 miles
    Test number
    939047095170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryUpper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteP/a/s pump noisey
    • NoteWindscreen has slight crack low down on nearside not effecting drivers view

  11. Fail133,558 miles (+11,822)5 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,558 miles
    Test number
    878087595113
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryUpper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteP/a/s pump noisey
    • NoteWindscreen has slight crack low down on nearside not effecting drivers view

  12. Pass121,736 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,736 miles
    Test number
    295253094465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Fail121,735 miles (+11,720)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,735 miles
    Test number
    867703694187
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass110,015 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    110,015 miles
    Test number
    958760183146
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail110,014 miles (+10,454)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,014 miles
    Test number
    275130583176
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass99,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,560 miles
    Test number
    848802482105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail99,560 miles (+10,231)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,560 miles
    Test number
    949802482174
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass89,329 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    89,329 miles
    Test number
    605948481142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,244 miles (+9,914)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,244 miles
    Test number
    258503581186
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked

  20. Pass79,330 miles (+11,810)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,330 miles
    Test number
    774037280121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,520 miles (+9,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,520 miles
    Test number
    461369219043
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass57,649 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,649 miles
    Test number
    360531018021
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating.
    • NoteRear brakes are binding slightly.

  23. Fail57,640 miles (+12,422)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,640 miles
    Test number
    452010918099
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is 2mm on inner edge.
    • NoteRear brakes are binding slightly.

  24. Pass45,218 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,218 miles
    Test number
    502996127029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is 2mm on edges.
    • NoteO/s/r brake is binding slightly.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is 2mm on inner edge.

  25. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    964066627088
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is 2mm on edges.
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is 2mm on inner edge.

  26. Pass33,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,212 miles
    Test number
    814103326022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,212 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,212 miles
    Test number
    924293026067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about LB52 LAE

Does LB52 LAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 LAE is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LAE?
The MOT on LB52 LAE is valid until 31 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 LAE done?
LB52 LAE was recorded at 152,109 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,890 miles a year.
Has LB52 LAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LAE has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 LAE 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 LAE find?
LB52 LAE passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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