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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LE52 TAKMOT history

LE52 TAK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2022.

LE52 TAK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2023
Mileage
148,972 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE52 TAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE52 TAK was last recorded at 148,972 miles on 5 Feb 2022, 2,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,032 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,940 miles
Average per year
6,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,972 miles
  • 2020 – 146,032 miles
  • 2019 – 138,933 miles
  • 2018 – 133,490 miles
  • 2017 – 123,968 miles
  • 2016 – 112,859 miles
  • 2015 – 102,317 miles
  • 2014 – 98,899 miles
  • 2013 – 94,527 miles
  • 2012 – 90,120 miles
  • 2011 – 84,197 miles
  • 2010 – 77,282 miles
  • 2009 – 68,953 miles
  • 2008 – 63,308 miles
  • 2007 – 55,981 miles
  • 2006 – 48,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,972 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front tyre slightly out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,972 miles
    Test number
    946260700310
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail148,972 miles (+2,940)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,972 miles
    Test number
    214647447236
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass146,032 miles (+12)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,032 miles
    Test number
    420640582854
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail146,020 miles (+7,087)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,020 miles
    Test number
    505804384197
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,933 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,933 miles
    Test number
    108437673258
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail138,891 miles (+5,401)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,891 miles
    Test number
    697631149835
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,490 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,490 miles
    Test number
    160387918393
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail133,490 miles (+9,522)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,490 miles
    Test number
    524610536457
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,968 miles (+11,109)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,968 miles
    Test number
    100271502088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass112,859 miles (+10,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,859 miles
    Test number
    508681273316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass102,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,317 miles
    Test number
    876623460732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,317 miles (+3,418)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,317 miles
    Test number
    549720267787
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass98,899 miles (+4,372)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,899 miles
    Test number
    506314114375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated

  14. Pass94,527 miles (+90)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    94,527 miles
    Test number
    429006223361
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOffside front side light dim

  15. Fail94,437 miles (+4,317)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,437 miles
    Test number
    745989913360
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteOffside front side light dim

  16. Pass90,120 miles (+5,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    90,120 miles
    Test number
    925947512323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass84,197 miles (+6,915)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    84,197 miles
    Test number
    849580801346
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light is staying on .

  18. Pass77,282 miles (+8,329)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,282 miles
    Test number
    920082300352
    • NoteAir bag light staying on .

  19. Pass68,953 miles (+5,645)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,953 miles
    Test number
    343893139162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,308 miles (+7,327)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,308 miles
    Test number
    853902128123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,981 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,981 miles
    Test number
    351984127147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,941 miles (+7,520)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,941 miles
    Test number
    812752227169
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Fail48,421 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    613913426146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  24. Pass48,421 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    632873226122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,775 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,775 miles
    Test number
    873887816031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LE52 TAK

Does LE52 TAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE52 TAK expired on 4 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE52 TAK?
The MOT on LE52 TAK expired on 4 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE52 TAK done?
LE52 TAK was recorded at 148,972 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2022, an average of 6,304 miles a year.
Has LE52 TAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE52 TAK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LE52 TAK 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 LE52 TAK find?
LE52 TAK passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2022 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded.

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