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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LC52 ZBEMOT history

LC52 ZBE is a black petrol MINI first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

LC52 ZBE black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2026
Mileage
114,872 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 ZBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC52 ZBE was last recorded at 114,872 miles on 19 May 2026, 6,413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,459 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,413 miles
Average per year
4,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,872 miles
  • 2025 – 108,459 miles
  • 2024 – 101,318 miles
  • 2023 – 94,343 miles
  • 2022 – 88,931 miles
  • 2021 – 87,631 miles
  • 2019 – 81,716 miles
  • 2018 – 76,578 miles
  • 2016 – 69,884 miles
  • 2015 – 59,615 miles
  • 2014 – 50,920 miles
  • 2013 – 45,308 miles
  • 2011 – 37,811 miles
  • 2010 – 30,810 miles
  • 2009 – 26,273 miles
  • 2008 – 18,300 miles
  • 2006 – 15,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,872 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Emissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe rotten (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level below minimum

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened t/arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,872 miles (+6,413)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,872 miles
    Test number
    947650029707
    • MajorCentral Rear Emissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe rotten (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level below minimum

  2. Pass108,459 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,459 miles
    Test number
    224478395163
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened t/arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened t/arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive and leval low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail108,451 miles (+7,133)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,451 miles
    Test number
    918136781680
    • MajorFuel tank insecure brackets broken/corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened t/arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened t/arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive and leval low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass101,318 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    101,318 miles
    Test number
    287968104397
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  5. Fail101,311 miles (+6,968)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,311 miles
    Test number
    434437672842
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  6. Pass94,343 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,343 miles
    Test number
    586851561500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle has surface rust to chassis and suspension components

  7. Fail94,335 miles (+5,404)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,335 miles
    Test number
    213043898275
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle has surface rust to chassis and suspension components

  8. Pass88,931 miles (+1,300)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,931 miles
    Test number
    527318812856
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated/split
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis components corroded

  9. Pass87,631 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    103474728220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail87,628 miles (+5,912)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,628 miles
    Test number
    955496805876
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass81,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,716 miles
    Test number
    162800568244
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail81,716 miles (+5,138)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,716 miles
    Test number
    477919793813
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass76,578 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,578 miles
    Test number
    367884302696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,884 miles
    Test number
    699646531722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,884 miles (+10,269)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,884 miles
    Test number
    497258121036
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass59,615 miles (+8,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,615 miles
    Test number
    939556805037
    • 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. Pass50,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,920 miles
    Test number
    427876704007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,920 miles (+5,612)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,920 miles
    Test number
    766866104062
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass45,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,308 miles
    Test number
    119522603492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,494 miles (+5,683)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,494 miles
    Test number
    967052103021
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,811 miles (+7,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,811 miles
    Test number
    806530651318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail30,810 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,810 miles
    Test number
    222596750376
    • Repaired at testOffside 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)

  23. Pass30,810 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,810 miles
    Test number
    574636850370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,273 miles (+2,854)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    26,273 miles
    Test number
    454465059442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,419 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,419 miles
    Test number
    430593019075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,300 miles (+2,532)1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,300 miles
    Test number
    180620718494
    • DangerousN/s/f tyre bald outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre slightly worn & deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated

  27. Pass15,768 miles (+2,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,768 miles
    Test number
    142371266374
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass13,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    13,612 miles
    Test number
    662154716051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 ZBE

Does LC52 ZBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 ZBE expired on 11 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 ZBE?
The MOT on LC52 ZBE expired on 11 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 ZBE done?
LC52 ZBE was recorded at 114,872 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 4,978 miles a year.
Has LC52 ZBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 ZBE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LC52 ZBE 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 ZBE find?
LC52 ZBE failed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: central rear emissions unable to be completed major exhaust leak; central rear exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe rotten; nearside rear sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened, and 13 more.

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