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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 BSZMOT history

LF52 BSZ is a grey petrol MINI first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2025 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2024.

LF52 BSZ grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2025
Mileage
115,525 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2024
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 BSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 BSZ was last recorded at 115,525 miles on 27 Jun 2024, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,424 miles · 26 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
4,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,525 miles
  • 2023 – 112,073 miles
  • 2022 – 110,849 miles
  • 2016 – 108,063 miles
  • 2015 – 104,023 miles
  • 2013 – 91,525 miles
  • 2012 – 88,206 miles
  • 2011 – 76,830 miles
  • 2010 – 63,883 miles
  • 2009 – 54,631 miles
  • 2008 – 41,197 miles
  • 2007 – 31,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,525 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (slight blow at fixings not affecting emissions test) (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,525 miles (+101)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    115,525 miles
    Test number
    433416952580
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (slight blow at fixings not affecting emissions test) (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail115,424 miles (+3,351)3 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,424 miles
    Test number
    717741845998
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (unable to be adjusted at time of test) (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (unable to be adjusted at time of test) (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (slight blow at fixings not affecting emissions test) (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass112,073 miles (+1,224)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,073 miles
    Test number
    698361765430
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass110,849 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    110,849 miles
    Test number
    817190656353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,063 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    101086335191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  6. Fail108,061 miles (+4,038)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,061 miles
    Test number
    681155111106
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  7. Pass104,023 miles (+12,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    104,023 miles
    Test number
    556538785158
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  8. Pass91,525 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,525 miles
    Test number
    119675813407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,206 miles (+11,376)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,206 miles
    Test number
    336944702048
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s exhaust back box corroded and exhaust bracket snapped
  10. Pass76,830 miles (+12,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,830 miles
    Test number
    389968301063
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  11. Pass63,883 miles (+28)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,883 miles
    Test number
    564779000093
    • NoteSlight movement on n/s rear exhaust bracket
  12. Fail63,855 miles (+9,224)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,855 miles
    Test number
    770048600015
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSlight movement on n/s rear exhaust bracket
  13. Pass54,631 miles (+13,434)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,631 miles
    Test number
    722369309063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to windscreen ,outside swept area
    • NoteSlight movement on n/s exhaust back box bracket
  14. Pass41,197 miles (+10,026)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,197 miles
    Test number
    824765008093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass31,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,171 miles
    Test number
    574470717008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 BSZ

Does LF52 BSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 BSZ expired on 6 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 BSZ?
The MOT on LF52 BSZ expired on 6 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 BSZ done?
LF52 BSZ was recorded at 115,525 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2024, an average of 4,831 miles a year.
Has LF52 BSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 BSZ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 BSZ 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 LF52 BSZ find?
LF52 BSZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear lower registration plate lamp insecure; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central front upper exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (slight blow at fixings not affecting emissions test).

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