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Silver and Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 NFZMOT history

LF52 NFZ is a silver and black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 148,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LF52 NFZ silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,983 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 NFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 NFZ was last recorded at 148,983 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 17,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,002 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
17,981 miles
Average per year
6,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,983 miles
  • 2025 – 131,002 miles
  • 2024 – 126,012 miles
  • 2023 – 120,395 miles
  • 2022 – 115,766 miles
  • 2021 – 113,745 miles
  • 2020 – 111,067 miles
  • 2018 – 106,495 miles
  • 2017 – 94,076 miles
  • 2016 – 86,656 miles
  • 2015 – 82,029 miles
  • 2014 – 71,849 miles
  • 2013 – 67,249 miles
  • 2012 – 61,062 miles
  • 2010 – 54,241 miles
  • 2009 – 48,009 miles
  • 2008 – 38,948 miles
  • 2007 – 33,006 miles
  • 2006 – 22,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,983 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from sump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,983 miles (+17,981)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,983 miles
    Test number
    493746140503
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass131,002 miles (+4,990)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,002 miles
    Test number
    930820505066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass126,012 miles (+5,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,012 miles
    Test number
    918714394792
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass120,395 miles (+4,629)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,395 miles
    Test number
    285082487879
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass115,766 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,766 miles
    Test number
    144104398460
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,762 miles (+2,017)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,762 miles
    Test number
    734120016516
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn play in bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at join mid section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass113,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    497506000586
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail113,745 miles (+2,678)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    216548525286
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning not working at all (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass111,067 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,067 miles
    Test number
    531785788066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  10. Fail111,057 miles (+4,562)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,057 miles
    Test number
    770320354043
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  11. Pass106,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,495 miles
    Test number
    157852933849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,495 miles (+89)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,495 miles
    Test number
    996995009635
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  13. Fail106,406 miles (+12,330)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,406 miles
    Test number
    471452389524
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass94,076 miles (+254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    675439303073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner edge

  15. Fail93,822 miles (+7,166)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    968309705968
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner edge

  16. Pass86,656 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,656 miles
    Test number
    774535223660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,298 miles (+89)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,298 miles
    Test number
    228413590794
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on

  18. Fail86,209 miles (+4,180)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,209 miles
    Test number
    642452867064
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on

  19. Pass82,029 miles (+10,180)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,029 miles
    Test number
    519384215176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,849 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,849 miles
    Test number
    306896964069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,249 miles (+118)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,249 miles
    Test number
    138511513460
    • 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)
    • NoteTpms light on

  22. Fail67,131 miles (+6,069)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,131 miles
    Test number
    589914003085
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteTpms light on

  23. Pass61,062 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,062 miles
    Test number
    207605202062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail61,060 miles (+6,819)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,060 miles
    Test number
    895054102051
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTps light on

  25. Pass54,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,241 miles
    Test number
    874487250371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail54,241 miles (+6,232)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,241 miles
    Test number
    124475250343
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass48,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,009 miles
    Test number
    482617059411
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail48,009 miles (+9,061)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,009 miles
    Test number
    612457559307
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass38,948 miles (+5,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,948 miles
    Test number
    772993638376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail33,006 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,006 miles
    Test number
    140283157355
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  31. Pass33,006 miles (+10,415)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    33,006 miles
    Test number
    410113157414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass22,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,591 miles
    Test number
    281994116397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail22,591 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,591 miles
    Test number
    713564116312
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LF52 NFZ

Does LF52 NFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 NFZ is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 NFZ?
The MOT on LF52 NFZ is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 NFZ done?
LF52 NFZ was recorded at 148,983 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 6,562 miles a year.
Has LF52 NFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 NFZ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 NFZ 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 NFZ find?
LF52 NFZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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