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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB52 LBAMOT history

LB52 LBA is a black petrol MINI first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 77,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,309 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB52 LBA was last recorded at 77,309 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,232 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
2,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,309 miles
  • 2025 – 76,077 miles
  • 2024 – 74,000 miles
  • 2023 – 69,437 miles
  • 2022 – 61,677 miles
  • 2021 – 60,573 miles
  • 2020 – 59,073 miles
  • 2019 – 57,195 miles
  • 2018 – 55,462 miles
  • 2017 – 54,532 miles
  • 2016 – 51,955 miles
  • 2015 – 48,910 miles
  • 2014 – 46,611 miles
  • 2013 – 42,948 miles
  • 2012 – 40,101 miles
  • 2011 – 37,316 miles
  • 2010 – 33,504 miles
  • 2009 – 29,688 miles
  • 2008 – 25,602 miles
  • 2007 – 21,807 miles
  • 2006 – 19,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,309 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear brake discsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,309 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,309 miles
    Test number
    788980251109
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear brake discs

  2. Fail77,232 miles (+1,155)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,232 miles
    Test number
    569900876785
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear brake discs

  3. Pass76,077 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,077 miles
    Test number
    951973396651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,052 miles (+2,052)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,052 miles
    Test number
    450854510796
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,000 miles (+4,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,000 miles
    Test number
    784162663137
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass69,437 miles (+7,760)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    69,437 miles
    Test number
    848919052646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,677 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    61,677 miles
    Test number
    748403619079
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes/sub frames corroded

  8. Pass60,573 miles (+1,500)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,573 miles
    Test number
    428354301257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,073 miles (+1,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,073 miles
    Test number
    175999676089
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sub frames/suspension components/pipes

  10. Pass57,195 miles (+1,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    57,195 miles
    Test number
    286611380533
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sub frames/suspension components

  11. Pass55,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,462 miles
    Test number
    525783231563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,462 miles (+930)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,462 miles
    Test number
    976704612826
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass54,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,532 miles
    Test number
    676668542204
    • AdvisoryOil leak,corrosion to subframes/suspension components/brake pipes

  14. Fail54,532 miles (+2,577)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,532 miles
    Test number
    824501803791
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak,corrosion to subframes/suspension components/brake pipes

  15. Pass51,955 miles (+3,045)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,955 miles
    Test number
    253212662421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,910 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,910 miles
    Test number
    267403735032
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edge,brake pipes corroded

  17. Pass48,910 miles (+2,299)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,910 miles
    Test number
    655273935010
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edge,brake pipes corroded

  18. Pass46,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,611 miles
    Test number
    119759724467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,611 miles (+3,663)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,611 miles
    Test number
    735599424099
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass42,948 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,948 miles
    Test number
    257436633090
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing, and on 1.6mm on the inner edge
    • NoteSigns of perishing on the offside rear tyre
    • NoteSurface corrosion on both the front metal brake pipes

  21. Fail42,948 miles (+2,847)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,948 miles
    Test number
    635335833096
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing, and on 1.6mm on the inner edge
    • NoteSigns of perishing on the offside rear tyre
    • NoteSurface corrosion on both the front metal brake pipes

  22. Pass40,101 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    698164732093
    • NoteBoth the front metal brake pipes have surface corrosion on them
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the limit on the inner edge
    • NoteSigns of perishing on both the rear tyres

  23. Fail40,101 miles (+2,785)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    208204232063
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth the front metal brake pipes have surface corrosion on them
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the limit on the inner edge
    • NoteSigns of perishing on both the rear tyres

  24. Pass37,316 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,316 miles
    Test number
    678300741059
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Fail37,314 miles (+3,810)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,314 miles
    Test number
    357120941044
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass33,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,504 miles
    Test number
    172182120035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,502 miles (+3,814)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,502 miles
    Test number
    171242020074
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass29,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,688 miles
    Test number
    911353329028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,688 miles (+4,086)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,688 miles
    Test number
    102473329036
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  30. Pass25,602 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,602 miles
    Test number
    172580238495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,807 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,807 miles
    Test number
    543530747031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass19,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,484 miles
    Test number
    140617026087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 LBA

Does LB52 LBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 LBA is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LBA?
The MOT on LB52 LBA is valid until 4 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 LBA done?
LB52 LBA was recorded at 77,309 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,877 miles a year.
Has LB52 LBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LBA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 LBA 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 LBA find?
LB52 LBA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion rear brake discs.

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