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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 VGGMOT history

LF52 VGG is a blue petrol MINI first used on 14 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 65,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LF52 VGG blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
65,265 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VGG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VGG was last recorded at 65,265 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 1,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,568 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,697 miles
Average per year
2,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,265 miles
  • 2025 – 63,568 miles
  • 2024 – 61,781 miles
  • 2023 – 59,627 miles
  • 2022 – 58,236 miles
  • 2021 – 55,950 miles
  • 2020 – 53,817 miles
  • 2019 – 52,421 miles
  • 2018 – 50,711 miles
  • 2017 – 49,716 miles
  • 2016 – 48,082 miles
  • 2015 – 46,468 miles
  • 2014 – 44,991 miles
  • 2013 – 42,771 miles
  • 2012 – 38,976 miles
  • 2011 – 35,162 miles
  • 2010 – 31,943 miles
  • 2009 – 29,242 miles
  • 2008 – 25,380 miles
  • 2007 – 22,859 miles
  • 2006 – 18,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,265 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,265 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    65,265 miles
    Test number
    196455026680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,265 miles (+1,697)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,265 miles
    Test number
    802606728249
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,568 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    63,568 miles
    Test number
    972634386585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,781 miles (+2,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    61,781 miles
    Test number
    620137614253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass59,627 miles (+1,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,627 miles
    Test number
    225481275701
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass58,236 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,236 miles
    Test number
    756335830088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,950 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,950 miles
    Test number
    904666190441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    53,817 miles
    Test number
    481460799888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail53,817 miles (+1,396)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,817 miles
    Test number
    769419433864
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass52,421 miles (+1,710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,421 miles
    Test number
    720487104025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass50,711 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,711 miles
    Test number
    794813896063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,716 miles
    Test number
    936766034189
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail49,716 miles (+1,634)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,716 miles
    Test number
    786847456256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass48,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,082 miles
    Test number
    468783451862
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail48,082 miles (+1,614)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,082 miles
    Test number
    430432886763
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass46,468 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,468 miles
    Test number
    349042497882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  17. Fail46,468 miles (+1,477)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,468 miles
    Test number
    699288200455
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rear hanger rubbers split , but exhaust secure
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  18. Pass44,991 miles (+2,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,991 miles
    Test number
    197087624295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass42,771 miles (+3,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,771 miles
    Test number
    157662943216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass38,976 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,976 miles
    Test number
    327797232468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,975 miles (+3,813)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,975 miles
    Test number
    246966632206
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass35,162 miles (+3,219)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,162 miles
    Test number
    135663841252
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

  23. Pass31,943 miles (+2,701)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,943 miles
    Test number
    431850050266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in near side steering rack ball joint

  24. Pass29,242 miles (+3,862)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,242 miles
    Test number
    853862359296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,380 miles (+2,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,380 miles
    Test number
    771558648218
    • 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)

  26. Pass22,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,859 miles
    Test number
    523503457293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail22,859 miles (+4,353)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,859 miles
    Test number
    661953057253
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing low on the outer edges

  28. Pass18,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,506 miles
    Test number
    893159346255
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LF52 VGG

Does LF52 VGG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VGG is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VGG?
The MOT on LF52 VGG is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 VGG done?
LF52 VGG was recorded at 65,265 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 2,344 miles a year.
Has LF52 VGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VGG has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 VGG 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 VGG find?
LF52 VGG passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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