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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LE51 FFJMOT history

LE51 FFJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 14 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

LE51 FFJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
118,268 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2019
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 FFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE51 FFJ was last recorded at 118,268 miles on 1 Jul 2019, 11,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,898 miles · 2 Jul 2018
Between the last two tests
11,370 miles
Average per year
7,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 118,268 miles
  • 2018 – 106,898 miles
  • 2017 – 92,578 miles
  • 2016 – 87,678 miles
  • 2015 – 81,301 miles
  • 2014 – 77,724 miles
  • 2013 – 68,794 miles
  • 2012 – 55,551 miles
  • 2011 – 41,327 miles
  • 2010 – 40,550 miles
  • 2009 – 32,978 miles
  • 2008 – 24,853 miles
  • 2007 – 16,061 miles
  • 2006 – 12,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryHeadlight switch is faultyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Door inner handle stiff in operation
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Reservoir / rack area (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    984616348544
    • AdvisoryHeadlight switch is faulty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door inner handle stiff in operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Reservoir / rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    518597525018
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight switch is faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Signs of being run flat (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Reservoir / rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight movement steering column

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    535444240647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,268 miles (+11,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    120569005033
    • AdvisoryFront Upper strut top
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes

  5. Pass106,898 miles (+14,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,898 miles
    Test number
    583617889243
    • AdvisoryFront Upper strut bearings
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2) Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  6. Pass92,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    721194023696
    • 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)

  7. Fail92,578 miles (+4,900)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    591539888024
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working SIDE LIGHT (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  8. Pass87,678 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,678 miles
    Test number
    826375764000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,677 miles (+6,376)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,677 miles
    Test number
    954719971950
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass81,301 miles (+3,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,301 miles
    Test number
    469395485102
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass77,724 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,724 miles
    Test number
    205025074429
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail77,724 miles (+8,930)2 failures3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,724 miles
    Test number
    937782874173
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass68,794 miles (+13,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,794 miles
    Test number
    349050983120
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass55,551 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,551 miles
    Test number
    935471362079
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteFuel cap seal slighty perished

  15. Fail55,551 miles (+14,224)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,551 miles
    Test number
    655590162014
    • FailureNearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteFuel cap seal slighty perished

  16. Pass41,327 miles (+379)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    765612631085
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  17. Fail40,948 miles (+398)6 failures2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,948 miles
    Test number
    486634721096
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront and rear inner brake pads wearing
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  18. Fail40,550 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,550 miles
    Test number
    380123870176
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass40,550 miles (+7,572)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,550 miles
    Test number
    384893770160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,978 miles (+8,125)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,978 miles
    Test number
    604966339141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,853 miles (+8,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,853 miles
    Test number
    120534358034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass16,061 miles (+4,006)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,061 miles
    Test number
    490678447016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight perish to o/s/r tyre sidewalls.

  23. Pass12,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,055 miles
    Test number
    880320266047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE51 FFJ

Does LE51 FFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE51 FFJ expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE51 FFJ?
The MOT on LE51 FFJ expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE51 FFJ done?
LE51 FFJ was recorded at 118,268 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2019, an average of 7,966 miles a year.
Has LE51 FFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 FFJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LE51 FFJ 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 LE51 FFJ find?
LE51 FFJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: headlight switch is faulty; nearside front door inner handle stiff in operation; offside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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