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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 CZJMOT history

LF52 CZJ is a silver petrol MINI first used on 13 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2023.

LF52 CZJ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2024
Mileage
101,235 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 CZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 CZJ was last recorded at 101,235 miles on 18 Oct 2023, 8,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,247 miles · 10 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
8,988 miles
Average per year
5,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,235 miles
  • 2022 – 92,247 miles
  • 2021 – 88,254 miles
  • 2020 – 83,795 miles
  • 2019 – 80,139 miles
  • 2018 – 75,922 miles
  • 2017 – 71,099 miles
  • 2016 – 66,735 miles
  • 2015 – 64,859 miles
  • 2014 – 62,897 miles
  • 2013 – 60,361 miles
  • 2012 – 55,458 miles
  • 2011 – 48,271 miles
  • 2010 – 39,364 miles
  • 2008 – 30,137 miles
  • 2007 – 22,873 miles
  • 2006 – 16,052 miles
  • 2005 – 8,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,235 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front suspension and suspension components are slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear light cover damage and tapped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,235 miles (+8,988)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,235 miles
    Test number
    593607996143
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,247 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,247 miles
    Test number
    114052517440
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension and suspension components are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cover damage and tapped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail92,243 miles (+3,989)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,243 miles
    Test number
    783101006389
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension and suspension components are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cover damage and tapped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass88,254 miles (+4,459)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,254 miles
    Test number
    879257311700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,795 miles
    Test number
    183096182033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,791 miles (+3,652)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,791 miles
    Test number
    257748199086
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass80,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,139 miles
    Test number
    516298064533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,135 miles (+4,213)2 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,135 miles
    Test number
    687524655703
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,922 miles
    Test number
    431004397454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,922 miles (+1,927)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,922 miles
    Test number
    223812056847
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass73,995 miles (+2,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    924895573790
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cracking to tyre wall/tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre outer treads worn low

  12. Pass71,099 miles (+48)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,099 miles
    Test number
    635413582050
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to wear on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail71,051 miles (+4,316)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,051 miles
    Test number
    956978572891
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to wear on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass66,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,735 miles
    Test number
    528009679428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,733 miles (+1,874)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,733 miles
    Test number
    894385341979
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEmission not tested

  16. Pass64,859 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    64,859 miles
    Test number
    377176335053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,897 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,897 miles
    Test number
    246480334011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,361 miles (+4,903)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,361 miles
    Test number
    157240533497
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f, n/s/f, and n/s/r tyres on legal limit 195/55/16

  19. Pass55,458 miles (+7,187)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,458 miles
    Test number
    215234912081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    119755411097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,271 miles (+8,907)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    506388101028
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass39,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,364 miles
    Test number
    540745400069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail39,364 miles (+9,227)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,364 miles
    Test number
    584785100079
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass30,137 miles (+7,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,137 miles
    Test number
    894884428304
    • NoteFront wiper blades not clearing screen well - suggest replacement

  25. Pass22,873 miles (+6,821)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,873 miles
    Test number
    620975147388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,052 miles (+7,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,052 miles
    Test number
    374751546347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass8,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    8,142 miles
    Test number
    744615225343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 CZJ

Does LF52 CZJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 CZJ expired on 17 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 CZJ?
The MOT on LF52 CZJ expired on 17 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 CZJ done?
LF52 CZJ was recorded at 101,235 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2023, an average of 5,199 miles a year.
Has LF52 CZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 CZJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 CZJ 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 CZJ find?
LF52 CZJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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