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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 YWXMOT history

LF52 YWX is a grey petrol MINI first used on 17 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

LF52 YWX grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,376 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YWX was last recorded at 101,376 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 3,252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,124 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,252 miles
Average per year
2,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,376 miles
  • 2024 – 98,124 miles
  • 2022 – 96,986 miles
  • 2021 – 95,400 miles
  • 2019 – 94,871 miles
  • 2018 – 94,580 miles
  • 2017 – 92,897 miles
  • 2015 – 92,617 miles
  • 2014 – 90,713 miles
  • 2013 – 85,987 miles
  • 2012 – 84,234 miles
  • 2011 – 80,850 miles
  • 2010 – 75,515 miles
  • 2009 – 68,132 miles
  • 2008 – 58,287 miles
  • 2007 – 54,065 miles
  • 2006 – 47,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,376 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,376 miles (+3,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,376 miles
    Test number
    521790708779
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,124 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,124 miles
    Test number
    448340402571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail98,124 miles2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,124 miles
    Test number
    338058382390
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    954546903555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    637523475369
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass96,986 miles (+1,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,986 miles
    Test number
    560341003680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,400 miles (+529)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    95,400 miles
    Test number
    677443418077
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass94,871 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    339097422731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail94,871 miles (+291)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    388287966614
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass94,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,580 miles
    Test number
    654282546516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail94,580 miles (+1,683)1 dangerous7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,580 miles
    Test number
    220147876207
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass92,897 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,897 miles
    Test number
    634422441747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail92,894 miles (+277)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,894 miles
    Test number
    209325574355
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass92,617 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,617 miles
    Test number
    744295413368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,713 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,713 miles
    Test number
    396531494480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,703 miles (+4,716)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,703 miles
    Test number
    748357784258
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass85,987 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,987 miles
    Test number
    287537883261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,234 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,234 miles
    Test number
    705848362289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,850 miles (+5,335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    315669361260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,515 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,515 miles
    Test number
    744810870247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail75,508 miles (+7,376)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,508 miles
    Test number
    142114760219
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass68,132 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    68,132 miles
    Test number
    482007769285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,111 miles (+9,824)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,111 miles
    Test number
    953729159284
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass58,287 miles (+4,222)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    58,287 miles
    Test number
    271416048249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,065 miles (+6,670)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,065 miles
    Test number
    994782447297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,395 miles
    Test number
    663409556255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,383 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,383 miles
    Test number
    362109656275
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about LF52 YWX

Does LF52 YWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 YWX is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YWX?
The MOT on LF52 YWX is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 YWX done?
LF52 YWX was recorded at 101,376 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 2,805 miles a year.
Has LF52 YWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YWX has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 YWX 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 YWX find?
LF52 YWX passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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