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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LE02 CAEMOT history

LE02 CAE is a grey petrol MINI first used on 22 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LE02 CAE grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,473 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE02 CAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE02 CAE was last recorded at 114,473 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 3,794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,679 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,794 miles
Average per year
4,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,473 miles
  • 2025 – 110,679 miles
  • 2023 – 105,967 miles
  • 2022 – 100,972 miles
  • 2021 – 100,958 miles
  • 2020 – 100,759 miles
  • 2019 – 98,524 miles
  • 2017 – 87,330 miles
  • 2016 – 82,180 miles
  • 2015 – 77,158 miles
  • 2014 – 70,860 miles
  • 2013 – 64,764 miles
  • 2012 – 59,167 miles
  • 2011 – 53,748 miles
  • 2010 – 48,814 miles
  • 2009 – 42,416 miles
  • 2008 – 35,442 miles
  • 2007 – 27,378 miles
  • 2006 – 21,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,473 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,473 miles (+3,794)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,473 miles
    Test number
    481879741351
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,679 miles (+4,712)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    110,679 miles
    Test number
    522702648220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass105,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    258548881913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,967 miles (+4,995)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    178709604855
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,972 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,972 miles
    Test number
    995347635432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,958 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    672488790403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,759 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,759 miles
    Test number
    668805970191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,524 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,524 miles
    Test number
    175219133167
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail98,519 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    375608096114
    • MajorCentral Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    792153859890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass87,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,330 miles
    Test number
    779731148614
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail87,330 miles (+5,150)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,330 miles
    Test number
    503534662866
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play noisy (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass82,180 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,180 miles
    Test number
    154055942816
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Binding slightly/performance slightly low.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail82,180 miles (+5,022)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,180 miles
    Test number
    427491340949
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Binding slightly/performance slightly low.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass77,158 miles (+6,298)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,158 miles
    Test number
    995089215136
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Pass70,860 miles (+6,096)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,860 miles
    Test number
    989209224100
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass64,764 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,764 miles
    Test number
    205583343447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail64,711 miles (+5,544)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,711 miles
    Test number
    207477633409
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass59,167 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,167 miles
    Test number
    198676942134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,166 miles (+5,418)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,166 miles
    Test number
    219675142144
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass53,748 miles (+9)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,748 miles
    Test number
    858982951146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE REAR HANDBRAKE SERVICE DUE TO TRAVEL!!

  22. Fail53,739 miles (+4,925)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,739 miles
    Test number
    939478941127
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass48,814 miles (+6,398)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,814 miles
    Test number
    914957640135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,416 miles (+6,974)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,416 miles
    Test number
    392769949107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,442 miles (+8,064)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,442 miles
    Test number
    691499748184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,378 miles (+5,671)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,378 miles
    Test number
    532831657132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,707 miles
    Test number
    824801556177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE02 CAE

Does LE02 CAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE02 CAE is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE02 CAE?
The MOT on LE02 CAE is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE02 CAE done?
LE02 CAE was recorded at 114,473 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 4,611 miles a year.
Has LE02 CAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE02 CAE has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LE02 CAE 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 LE02 CAE find?
LE02 CAE passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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