
MINI
Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc
LF02 GXUMOT history
LF02 GXU is a black petrol MINI first used on 27 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 108,364 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 4 Apr 2026
- Mileage
- 108,364 mi
- At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
- MOT tests
- 29
- 18 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,866 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LF02 GXU
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 27 Mar 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Apr 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LF02 GXU was last recorded at 108,364 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 3,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 104,559 miles · 5 Apr 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 3,805 miles
- Average per year
- 3,866 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 108,364 miles
- 2024 – 104,559 miles
- 2023 – 102,701 miles
- 2022 – 98,842 miles
- 2020 – 96,128 miles
- 2019 – 92,298 miles
- 2018 – 89,439 miles
- 2017 – 85,019 miles
- 2015 – 84,804 miles
- 2014 – 80,183 miles
- 2013 – 76,116 miles
- 2012 – 70,281 miles
- 2011 – 65,444 miles
- 2010 – 61,348 miles
- 2009 – 58,170 miles
- 2007 – 48,513 miles
- 2006 – 34,033 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
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 Service brake binding but not excessively both sides
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020
Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019
Full MOT history
29 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass108,364 miles (+3,805)3 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 108,364 miles
- Test number
- 190112704540
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass104,559 miles (+1,858)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 104,559 miles
- Test number
- 422592078524
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inside front wing (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass102,701 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 102,701 miles
- Test number
- 243639661787
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,698 miles (+3,856)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,698 miles
- Test number
- 361217775715
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass98,842 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 98,842 miles
- Test number
- 987081084292
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail98,838 miles (+2,710)3 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,838 miles
- Test number
- 731400392276
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass96,128 miles (+3,830)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 96,128 miles
- Test number
- 925087912654
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides. pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
Pass92,298 miles (+2,859)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 92,298 miles
- Test number
- 801403239020
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing due to age. no cords exposed at time of inspection (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass89,439 miles (+4,420)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 89,439 miles
- Test number
- 169432090839
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated
- AdvisoryPlay in offside rear suspension strut top mount. wheels in jacked position
Pass85,019 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 85,019 miles
- Test number
- 237397858516
- AdvisoryBoth rear registration lamp covers missing.
- AdvisoryRear tyres perished
Fail85,017 miles (+213)6 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,017 miles
- Test number
- 747945138284
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryBoth rear registration lamp covers missing.
- AdvisoryRear tyres perished
Pass84,804 miles3 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 84,804 miles
- Test number
- 535189585087
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear view wiper rubber splitted
Fail84,804 miles (+4,621)2 repaired3 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,804 miles
- Test number
- 795279385050
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteOil leak
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear view wiper rubber splitted
Fail80,183 miles3 repaired9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,183 miles
- Test number
- 577984284019
- Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass80,183 miles (+4,067)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 80,183 miles
- Test number
- 919794384017
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail76,116 miles3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,116 miles
- Test number
- 795625313111
- Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass76,116 miles (+5,835)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 76,116 miles
- Test number
- 995525113130
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass70,281 miles6 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 70,281 miles
- Test number
- 168000472017
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
- NoteCoolant level low
- NoteDrivers / passenger door check / stay strap stiff / worn hinges
- NoteEngine oil level below / empty
- NoteRear view wiper rubber splitted
Fail70,281 miles (+4,837)3 repaired6 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,281 miles
- Test number
- 618980672092
- Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
- NoteCoolant level low
- NoteDrivers / passenger door check / stay strap stiff / worn hinges
- NoteEngine oil level below / empty
- NoteRear view wiper rubber splitted
Pass65,444 miles1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 65,444 miles
- Test number
- 709474751048
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front brake disc worn
- NoteClutch operation release very low level / worn
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
Fail65,444 miles (+4,096)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,444 miles
- Test number
- 325634551079
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteBoth front brake disc worn
- NoteClutch operation release very low level / worn
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
Pass61,348 miles (+3,178)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 61,348 miles
- Test number
- 251633610012
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
- NoteEngine oil level low
Pass58,170 miles4 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 58,170 miles
- Test number
- 843159419057
- AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
- NoteNearside front lower suspension arm mount / supporting bolt / nut loosened
- NoteOffside lower sectional sill protective guard damaged
Fail58,170 miles (+9,657)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,170 miles
- Test number
- 742637919019
- FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteClutch pedal pad missing
- NoteNearside front lower suspension arm mount / supporting bolt / nut loosened
- NoteOffside lower sectional sill protective guard damaged
Pass48,513 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 48,513 miles
- Test number
- 182559927202
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,513 miles (+6,523)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,513 miles
- Test number
- 424869427277
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Pass41,990 miles (+7,957)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 41,990 miles
- Test number
- 652259607022
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,033 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 34,033 miles
- Test number
- 112532016007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail34,033 miles2 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,033 miles
- Test number
- 463452116039
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
- NoteOil leak
Questions about LF02 GXU
- Does LF02 GXU currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LF02 GXU expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LF02 GXU?
- The MOT on LF02 GXU expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LF02 GXU done?
- LF02 GXU was recorded at 108,364 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 3,866 miles a year.
- Has LF02 GXU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LF02 GXU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
- Has the mileage on LF02 GXU 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 LF02 GXU find?
- LF02 GXU passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 9 more.
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