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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC02 BWNMOT history

LC02 BWN is a black petrol MINI first used on 31 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 134,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2023.

LC02 BWN black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2024
Mileage
134,079 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2023
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 BWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 BWN was last recorded at 134,079 miles on 14 Jun 2023, 12,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jul 2013: 77,347 miles, lower than 77,435 miles on 11 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
121,839 miles · 7 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
12,240 miles
Average per year
6,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,079 miles
  • 2022 – 121,839 miles
  • 2021 – 107,350 miles
  • 2020 – 96,793 miles
  • 2019 – 94,659 miles
  • 2018 – 92,158 miles
  • 2017 – 89,710 miles
  • 2016 – 87,777 miles
  • 2015 – 83,667 miles
  • 2014 – 81,417 miles
  • 2013 – 77,347 miles
  • 2012 – 69,812 miles
  • 2011 – 60,550 miles
  • 2010 – 50,295 miles
  • 2009 – 42,830 miles
  • 2008 – 36,097 miles
  • 2007 – 27,870 miles
  • 2006 – 18,128 miles
  • 2005 – 16,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,079 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,079 miles (+12,240)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    134,079 miles
    Test number
    915010760966
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,839 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,839 miles
    Test number
    495051838715
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail121,832 miles (+14,482)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,832 miles
    Test number
    992676587098
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass107,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,350 miles
    Test number
    821360883847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,346 miles (+10,553)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,346 miles
    Test number
    552984533402
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,793 miles (+2,134)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,793 miles
    Test number
    318474750524
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOsf seat slightly inscure
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf inner steering rack

  7. Pass94,659 miles (+2,501)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    94,659 miles
    Test number
    403244051412
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass92,158 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    337549569070
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail92,158 miles (+2,448)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    624815594116
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,710 miles (+1,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,710 miles
    Test number
    980264745414
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges

  11. Pass87,777 miles (+4,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,777 miles
    Test number
    168694855750
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass83,667 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    117189585166
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail83,638 miles (+2,221)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,638 miles
    Test number
    935511085144
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass81,417 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,417 miles
    Test number
    848375884146
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail81,407 miles (+4,060)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,407 miles
    Test number
    986934984165
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass77,347 miles (-88)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    525889993176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHigh level stoplight not working
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

  17. Fail77,435 miles (+7,623)13 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,435 miles
    Test number
    239322593161
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHigh level stoplight not working
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake reading low (70)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

  18. Pass69,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,812 miles
    Test number
    716254162189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,812 miles (+9,262)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,812 miles
    Test number
    597173462176
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass60,550 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,550 miles
    Test number
    808770761196
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail60,547 miles (+896)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,547 miles
    Test number
    888657651152
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass59,651 miles (+9,356)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,651 miles
    Test number
    348837481080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged but no sharp edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyre pressure light on

  23. Pass50,295 miles (+7,465)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    50,295 miles
    Test number
    584120190055
    • Note(1) Offside front bumper damage.
    • Note(1) Offside rear tyre worn very close to legal limit on inner edge.

  24. Pass42,830 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,830 miles
    Test number
    590294589047
    • Note(6) Rear exhaust box corroded.
    • Note(8) Offside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge.

  25. Fail42,830 miles (+6,733)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,830 miles
    Test number
    893523089074
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Note(6) Rear exhaust box corroded.
    • Note(8) Offside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge.

  26. Pass36,097 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,097 miles
    Test number
    183944098066
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail35,924 miles (+8,054)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,924 miles
    Test number
    552179288050
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  28. Pass27,870 miles (+464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,870 miles
    Test number
    160302697473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail27,406 miles (+9,278)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,406 miles
    Test number
    824249067064
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePower steering noisey in operation

  30. Fail18,128 miles (+1,779)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,128 miles
    Test number
    114417296009
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  31. Pass16,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    16,349 miles
    Test number
    352357095469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC02 BWN

Does LC02 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC02 BWN expired on 13 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC02 BWN?
The MOT on LC02 BWN expired on 13 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC02 BWN done?
LC02 BWN was recorded at 134,079 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2023, an average of 6,675 miles a year.
Has LC02 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 BWN has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LC02 BWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC02 BWN find?
LC02 BWN passed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17, and 1 more.

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