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White · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC02 SFJMOT history

LC02 SFJ is a white petrol MINI first used on 31 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 86,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2024.

LC02 SFJ white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2025
Mileage
86,585 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 SFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 SFJ was last recorded at 86,585 miles on 15 Jul 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,584 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 86,585 miles
  • 2023 – 82,224 miles
  • 2022 – 77,658 miles
  • 2021 – 72,359 miles
  • 2020 – 67,955 miles
  • 2019 – 63,858 miles
  • 2018 – 60,572 miles
  • 2017 – 56,924 miles
  • 2016 – 53,862 miles
  • 2015 – 51,398 miles
  • 2014 – 48,447 miles
  • 2013 – 45,453 miles
  • 2012 – 43,289 miles
  • 2011 – 40,208 miles
  • 2010 – 37,816 miles
  • 2009 – 33,774 miles
  • 2008 – 29,015 miles
  • 2007 – 25,042 miles
  • 2006 – 20,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,585 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front bumper repair tape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering pipe/hose leaking

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,585 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,585 miles
    Test number
    725938482574
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail86,584 miles (+4,360)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,584 miles
    Test number
    713234251831
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass82,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,224 miles
    Test number
    712458048083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper repair tape

  4. Fail82,224 miles (+4,566)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,224 miles
    Test number
    184858917755
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper repair tape

  5. Pass77,658 miles (+5,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,658 miles
    Test number
    190419410915
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass72,359 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,359 miles
    Test number
    358470464117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,357 miles (+4,402)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,357 miles
    Test number
    227650881478
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Back box Broken (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,955 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,955 miles
    Test number
    895593960273
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail67,955 miles (+4,097)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,955 miles
    Test number
    304664926053
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass63,858 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    63,858 miles
    Test number
    520697202845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,855 miles (+3,283)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,855 miles
    Test number
    297133929504
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront BUMPER LOWER SPLITTER INSUCURE

  12. Pass60,572 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,572 miles
    Test number
    861815459597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,569 miles (+3,645)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,569 miles
    Test number
    775455528190
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working SIDE LIGHT. (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTTER EDGE SPLIT... (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR. (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass56,924 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,924 miles
    Test number
    136839948210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,920 miles (+3,058)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,920 miles
    Test number
    449842981881
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,862 miles (+2,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,862 miles
    Test number
    636273054477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass51,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    105209565100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,397 miles (+2,950)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,397 miles
    Test number
    189459465126
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass48,447 miles (+2,994)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,447 miles
    Test number
    235113954427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,453 miles (+2,164)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,453 miles
    Test number
    915511043115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    187158752101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,289 miles (+3,081)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    268228952419
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass40,208 miles (+2,392)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,208 miles
    Test number
    158008451170
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre cut on side wall

  24. Pass37,816 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,816 miles
    Test number
    900757160148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,774 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,774 miles
    Test number
    154059849120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,015 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,015 miles
    Test number
    690883148135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,042 miles (+4,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,042 miles
    Test number
    924882157114
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass20,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,178 miles
    Test number
    511793956167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail20,178 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,178 miles
    Test number
    502143756122
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LC02 SFJ

Does LC02 SFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC02 SFJ expired on 14 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC02 SFJ?
The MOT on LC02 SFJ expired on 14 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC02 SFJ done?
LC02 SFJ was recorded at 86,585 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2024, an average of 3,665 miles a year.
Has LC02 SFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 SFJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LC02 SFJ 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 LC02 SFJ find?
LC02 SFJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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