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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC52 LUHMOT history

LC52 LUH is a red petrol MINI first used on 9 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

LC52 LUH red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2025
Mileage
114,397 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 LUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC52 LUH was last recorded at 114,397 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 7,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,284 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,113 miles
Average per year
5,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,397 miles
  • 2024 – 107,284 miles
  • 2023 – 97,898 miles
  • 2022 – 89,084 miles
  • 2021 – 81,214 miles
  • 2020 – 79,035 miles
  • 2019 – 72,888 miles
  • 2018 – 68,431 miles
  • 2017 – 63,526 miles
  • 2016 – 59,272 miles
  • 2015 – 57,814 miles
  • 2014 – 51,784 miles
  • 2013 – 45,954 miles
  • 2012 – 38,692 miles
  • 2011 – 31,325 miles
  • 2010 – 26,471 miles
  • 2009 – 23,145 miles
  • 2008 – 19,600 miles
  • 2006 – 15,191 miles
  • 2005 – 11,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,397 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to back section joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to resevoir and to rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,397 miles (+7,113)12 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,397 miles
    Test number
    508012810302
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to back section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to resevoir and to rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Pass107,284 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,284 miles
    Test number
    135039352409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail107,284 miles (+9,386)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,284 miles
    Test number
    546294893503
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn all (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,898 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,898 miles
    Test number
    589907683506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Fail97,898 miles (+8,814)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,898 miles
    Test number
    424501272322
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass89,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,084 miles
    Test number
    132525240813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,084 miles (+7,870)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,084 miles
    Test number
    424861028674
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer. (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass81,214 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    561752684732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,438 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,438 miles
    Test number
    336504076190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail80,437 miles (+1,402)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,437 miles
    Test number
    998316103329
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass79,035 miles (+6,147)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,035 miles
    Test number
    741447313767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,888 miles (+4,457)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    205575499503
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass68,431 miles (+4,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,431 miles
    Test number
    453515243154
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy Silencer baffles rattle (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass63,526 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,526 miles
    Test number
    592438159596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,272 miles (+1,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    532620439499
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen

  16. Pass57,814 miles (+6,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,814 miles
    Test number
    762620419302
    • AdvisoryFront both wipers wearing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both behind fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack both sides

  17. Pass51,784 miles (+45)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,784 miles
    Test number
    366889574473
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail51,739 miles (+5,785)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,739 miles
    Test number
    577586574244
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass45,954 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    45,954 miles
    Test number
    427795573263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracking
    • NoteOsr tyre cracking

  20. Fail45,954 miles (+7,262)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,954 miles
    Test number
    447685773276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracking
    • NoteOsr tyre cracking

  21. Pass38,692 miles (+7,367)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,692 miles
    Test number
    875427072271
    • NotePlastic covers fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding

  22. Pass31,325 miles (+2,399)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,325 miles
    Test number
    269960581251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,926 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,926 miles
    Test number
    147705821090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,471 miles (+3,326)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,471 miles
    Test number
    150017560089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass23,145 miles (+3,545)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,145 miles
    Test number
    760664539017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass19,600 miles (+4,409)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,600 miles
    Test number
    774256738021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,191 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    15,191 miles
    Test number
    750751566396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    11,183 miles
    Test number
    571858745345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 LUH

Does LC52 LUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 LUH expired on 20 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 LUH?
The MOT on LC52 LUH expired on 20 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 LUH done?
LC52 LUH was recorded at 114,397 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 5,203 miles a year.
Has LC52 LUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 LUH has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC52 LUH 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 LC52 LUH find?
LC52 LUH failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 12 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: brake pipe excessively damaged front to rear; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 19 more.

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