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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB52 XKVMOT history

LB52 XKV is a red petrol MINI first used on 14 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
122,353 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB52 XKV was last recorded at 122,353 miles on 5 May 2026, 2,618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,735 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,618 miles
Average per year
5,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,353 miles
  • 2025 – 119,735 miles
  • 2024 – 115,715 miles
  • 2023 – 109,555 miles
  • 2022 – 104,040 miles
  • 2021 – 98,598 miles
  • 2019 – 91,929 miles
  • 2018 – 87,108 miles
  • 2017 – 82,808 miles
  • 2016 – 77,535 miles
  • 2015 – 71,684 miles
  • 2014 – 66,625 miles
  • 2013 – 61,647 miles
  • 2012 – 56,435 miles
  • 2011 – 50,727 miles
  • 2010 – 46,256 miles
  • 2009 – 43,120 miles
  • 2008 – 34,634 miles
  • 2007 – 25,642 miles
  • 2006 – 17,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,353 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,353 miles (+2,618)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,353 miles
    Test number
    236971791458
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  2. Pass119,735 miles (+4,020)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,735 miles
    Test number
    473043317617
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,715 miles (+6,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,715 miles
    Test number
    636474881966
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass109,555 miles (+5,515)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,555 miles
    Test number
    655690933398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,040 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,040 miles
    Test number
    494013944655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail104,040 miles (+5,442)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,040 miles
    Test number
    537247416678
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass98,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    642871871226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,598 miles (+6,669)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    785868946474
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass91,929 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,929 miles
    Test number
    976120120602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps rusty
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  10. Fail91,925 miles (+4,817)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,925 miles
    Test number
    309757442984
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps rusty
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  11. Pass87,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,108 miles
    Test number
    653109939616
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail87,108 miles (+4,300)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,108 miles
    Test number
    707004297497
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass82,808 miles (+5,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,808 miles
    Test number
    974721628088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass77,535 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    850560274654
    • AdvisoryEngine oil near minimum level
    • AdvisoryEngine oil pressure warning light present when engine at idle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail77,535 miles (+5,851)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    525056078013
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil near minimum level
    • AdvisoryEngine oil pressure warning light present when engine at idle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass71,684 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,684 miles
    Test number
    419428985143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres are slightly deteriorated (along tread pattern).

  17. Fail71,684 miles (+5,059)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,684 miles
    Test number
    129068885171
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil Pressure light is illuminated.
    • NoteRear tyres are slightly deteriorated (along tread pattern).

  18. Pass66,625 miles (+4,978)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,625 miles
    Test number
    757059284120
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are deteriorating[tread area]
    • NoteOil pressure warning lamp on at engine idle speed

  19. Pass61,647 miles (+5,212)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,647 miles
    Test number
    406227383106
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split but still clears the screen

  20. Pass56,435 miles (+196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,435 miles
    Test number
    529072992128
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail56,239 miles (+5,512)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,239 miles
    Test number
    429987282117
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  22. Pass50,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,727 miles
    Test number
    205420691168
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail50,727 miles (+4,471)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,727 miles
    Test number
    455666781121
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass46,256 miles (+3,136)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,256 miles
    Test number
    210225260457
    • NoteExhaust rear section and mounting bracket becoming corroded

  25. Pass43,120 miles (+8,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    571792899162
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass34,634 miles (+8,992)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,634 miles
    Test number
    910096088195
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn uneven

  27. Pass25,642 miles (+8,297)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,642 miles
    Test number
    211140287497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,345 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,345 miles
    Test number
    294196486113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail17,345 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,345 miles
    Test number
    580336886137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB52 XKV

Does LB52 XKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 XKV is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 XKV?
The MOT on LB52 XKV is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 XKV done?
LB52 XKV was recorded at 122,353 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 5,295 miles a year.
Has LB52 XKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 XKV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 XKV 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 XKV find?
LB52 XKV passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; oil leak, but not excessive; various items corroded under vehicle.

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