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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC52 UGEMOT history

LC52 UGE is a green petrol MINI first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 143,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2024.

LC52 UGE green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2025
Mileage
143,992 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2024
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 UGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 UGE was last recorded at 143,992 miles on 2 Oct 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,991 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,992 miles
  • 2023 – 137,064 miles
  • 2022 – 131,367 miles
  • 2021 – 126,115 miles
  • 2020 – 122,325 miles
  • 2019 – 118,099 miles
  • 2018 – 112,410 miles
  • 2017 – 106,651 miles
  • 2016 – 101,410 miles
  • 2015 – 97,911 miles
  • 2014 – 93,755 miles
  • 2013 – 88,796 miles
  • 2012 – 83,630 miles
  • 2011 – 76,449 miles
  • 2010 – 70,002 miles
  • 2009 – 64,521 miles
  • 2008 – 57,185 miles
  • 2007 – 49,150 miles
  • 2006 – 40,233 miles
  • 2005 – 31,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,992 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front, and front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

36 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,992 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    143,992 miles
    Test number
    592918495921
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail143,991 miles (+6,927)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,991 miles
    Test number
    311232150705
    • MajorNearside 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass137,064 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,064 miles
    Test number
    490682676446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,063 miles (+5,696)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,063 miles
    Test number
    642859632663
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,367 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,367 miles
    Test number
    465127136243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber Corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,364 miles (+5,249)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,364 miles
    Test number
    515976172861
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber Corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,115 miles
    Test number
    153396303722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,115 miles (+3,790)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,115 miles
    Test number
    204746825064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass122,325 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,325 miles
    Test number
    441671774003
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank securing strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail122,325 miles (+4,226)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,325 miles
    Test number
    610133023609
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank securing strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass118,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    118,099 miles
    Test number
    783464717818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,099 miles (+5,689)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,099 miles
    Test number
    402397964907
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass112,410 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,410 miles
    Test number
    359904231343
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front, and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail112,401 miles (+5,750)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,401 miles
    Test number
    620782345173
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front, and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass106,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,651 miles
    Test number
    781219724126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,651 miles (+5,241)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,651 miles
    Test number
    769386802355
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass101,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,410 miles
    Test number
    129990775205
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Fail101,410 miles (+3,499)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,410 miles
    Test number
    621175280457
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Pass97,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,911 miles
    Test number
    340591299356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,911 miles (+4,156)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,911 miles
    Test number
    223039466450
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass93,755 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    93,755 miles
    Test number
    418310434402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  22. Fail93,755 miles (+4,959)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,755 miles
    Test number
    628600334345
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  23. Pass88,796 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    319850543350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront windscreen washers partially blocked
    • NoteItems removed from mirror prior to test
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing becoming rough when rotated

  24. Fail88,796 miles (+5,166)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    146149533314
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront windscreen washers partially blocked
    • NoteItems removed from mirror prior to test
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing becoming rough when rotated

  25. Pass83,630 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    83,630 miles
    Test number
    765185232391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,621 miles (+7,172)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,621 miles
    Test number
    975024332373
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS LIPPED
    • NoteO/S FRONT TYRE NAILED

  27. Pass76,449 miles (+6,447)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    76,449 miles
    Test number
    679987921381
    • NoteINNER FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW
    • NoteO/S REAR TYRE LOW

  28. Fail70,002 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    783051620330
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass70,002 miles (+5,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    961031820350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass64,521 miles (+7,336)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,521 miles
    Test number
    294068049361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass57,185 miles (+8,035)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    57,185 miles
    Test number
    704321438349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass49,150 miles (+35)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,150 miles
    Test number
    440782437423
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteO/s rear and n/s front tyres getting low
    • NoteO/s rear tyre outer wall perishing

  33. Fail49,115 miles (+8,882)1 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,115 miles
    Test number
    310941737380
    • DangerousBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteO/s rear and n/s front tyres getting low
    • NoteO/s rear tyre outer wall perishing

  34. Pass40,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    40,233 miles
    Test number
    450475336469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail40,233 miles (+8,508)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,233 miles
    Test number
    541595936391
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  36. Pass31,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    31,725 miles
    Test number
    420369235408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LC52 UGE

Does LC52 UGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 UGE expired on 1 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 UGE?
The MOT on LC52 UGE expired on 1 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 UGE done?
LC52 UGE was recorded at 143,992 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2024, an average of 5,964 miles a year.
Has LC52 UGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 UGE has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LC52 UGE 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 UGE find?
LC52 UGE passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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