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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC52 XENMOT history

LC52 XEN is a green petrol MINI first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 152,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2022.

LC52 XEN green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2023
Mileage
152,909 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 XEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 XEN was last recorded at 152,909 miles on 23 Nov 2022, 12,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,819 miles · 23 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
12,090 miles
Average per year
8,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,909 miles
  • 2021 – 140,819 miles
  • 2020 – 129,556 miles
  • 2019 – 120,481 miles
  • 2018 – 105,390 miles
  • 2017 – 91,414 miles
  • 2016 – 89,317 miles
  • 2015 – 78,995 miles
  • 2014 – 72,003 miles
  • 2013 – 65,724 miles
  • 2012 – 56,645 miles
  • 2011 – 42,511 miles
  • 2010 – 37,576 miles
  • 2009 – 31,729 miles
  • 2007 – 24,784 miles
  • 2006 – 19,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,909 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryEngine noisey (tappy)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens broken
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,909 miles (+12,090)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,909 miles
    Test number
    331508997461
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine noisey (tappy)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens broken
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass140,819 miles (+63)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,819 miles
    Test number
    859559525931
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail140,756 miles (+11,200)2 dangerous6 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,756 miles
    Test number
    782213045284
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass129,556 miles (+9,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,556 miles
    Test number
    648668313810
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,481 miles (+15,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    120,481 miles
    Test number
    925369118787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass105,390 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,390 miles
    Test number
    985902282289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySigns of oil residue on o/s of engine

  7. Fail105,386 miles (+13,972)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,386 miles
    Test number
    577374292666
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySigns of oil residue on o/s of engine

  8. Pass91,414 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,414 miles
    Test number
    785608615125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail91,414 miles (+2,097)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,414 miles
    Test number
    820941885191
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOuter Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass89,317 miles (+316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    89,317 miles
    Test number
    854033092217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass89,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,001 miles
    Test number
    871687275568
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  12. Fail89,001 miles (+10,006)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,001 miles
    Test number
    807926741622
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  13. Pass78,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,995 miles
    Test number
    166763265435
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail78,995 miles (+6,992)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,995 miles
    Test number
    388223365055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass72,003 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,003 miles
    Test number
    468278124046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail72,003 miles (+6,279)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,003 miles
    Test number
    168818224033
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass65,724 miles (+9,079)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    125763833446
    • NoteBrake discs worn pads apear ok whells on when checked
    • NoteRear exchaust box bracket rattles

  18. Pass56,645 miles (+14,134)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,645 miles
    Test number
    836432632016
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass42,511 miles (+4,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    42,511 miles
    Test number
    796705731005
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass37,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,576 miles
    Test number
    604980430000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,576 miles (+5,847)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,576 miles
    Test number
    762060930054
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass31,729 miles (+6,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,729 miles
    Test number
    790766139091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail24,784 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,784 miles
    Test number
    200391937345
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass24,784 miles (+5,036)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,784 miles
    Test number
    873301137364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,748 miles
    Test number
    470941336331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 XEN

Does LC52 XEN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 XEN expired on 22 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 XEN?
The MOT on LC52 XEN expired on 22 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 XEN done?
LC52 XEN was recorded at 152,909 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2022, an average of 8,328 miles a year.
Has LC52 XEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 XEN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LC52 XEN 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 XEN find?
LC52 XEN passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2022 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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