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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 VJLMOT history

LF52 VJL is a silver petrol MINI first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2022.

LF52 VJL silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2023
Mileage
120,545 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VJL was last recorded at 120,545 miles on 29 Nov 2022, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,524 miles · 28 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,545 miles
  • 2021 – 113,716 miles
  • 2020 – 106,769 miles
  • 2018 – 103,264 miles
  • 2017 – 101,256 miles
  • 2016 – 99,222 miles
  • 2015 – 88,897 miles
  • 2014 – 85,470 miles
  • 2012 – 82,177 miles
  • 2011 – 77,410 miles
  • 2010 – 64,149 miles
  • 2009 – 57,502 miles
  • 2008 – 47,191 miles
  • 2007 – 37,309 miles
  • 2006 – 24,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,545 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,545 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,545 miles
    Test number
    388122499815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail120,524 miles (+6,808)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,524 miles
    Test number
    232136509500
    • MajorFront Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass113,716 miles (+6,947)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,716 miles
    Test number
    157179815729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,769 miles (+1,384)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,769 miles
    Test number
    792235783831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,385 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,385 miles
    Test number
    281238350602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,264 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,264 miles
    Test number
    909669667167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,256 miles (+2,034)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,256 miles
    Test number
    147454092297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,222 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,222 miles
    Test number
    250647130149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,211 miles (+3,005)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,211 miles
    Test number
    798747835789
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass96,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,206 miles
    Test number
    427305826740
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has been ran flat & nailed
  11. Fail96,206 miles (+7,309)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,206 miles
    Test number
    389966589757
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has been ran flat & nailed
  12. Pass88,897 miles (+3,427)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,897 miles
    Test number
    478636915034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre soft
  13. Pass85,470 miles (+4)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    85,470 miles
    Test number
    976368714003
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteCenter/rear exhaust heatshield mountings deteriated allowing rattle
    • NoteOffside front tyre has deteriated outer sidewall and shoulders worn smoth 205/45/17
  14. Fail85,466 miles (+3,289)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,466 miles
    Test number
    347494914054
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteCenter/rear exhaust heatshield mountings deteriated allowing rattle
    • NoteOffside front tyre has deteriated outer sidewall and shoulders worn smoth 205/45/17
  15. Pass82,177 miles (+4,767)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    106237782228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding
  16. Pass77,410 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,410 miles
    Test number
    639658941182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly worn unevenly
  17. Fail77,410 miles (+13,261)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,410 miles
    Test number
    438748741158
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly worn unevenly
  18. Pass64,149 miles (+6,647)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,149 miles
    Test number
    283094640475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,502 miles (+562)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,502 miles
    Test number
    980233059117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,940 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,940 miles
    Test number
    863551499073
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail56,939 miles (+9,748)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,939 miles
    Test number
    883611399006
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass47,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,191 miles
    Test number
    433604248178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,191 miles (+9,882)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,191 miles
    Test number
    270974648173
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  24. Pass37,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,309 miles
    Test number
    273469547450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,308 miles (+12,463)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,308 miles
    Test number
    551409947165
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  26. Pass24,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,845 miles
    Test number
    444643946138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VJL

Does LF52 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 VJL expired on 28 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VJL?
The MOT on LF52 VJL expired on 28 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 VJL done?
LF52 VJL was recorded at 120,545 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2022, an average of 5,793 miles a year.
Has LF52 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VJL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 VJL 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 VJL find?
LF52 VJL passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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