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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 CUHMOT history

LL51 CUH is a silver petrol MINI first used on 18 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 72,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

LL51 CUH silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,673 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 CUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 CUH was last recorded at 72,673 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jan 2025: 71,857 miles, lower than 102,311 miles on 18 Nov 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
71,857 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
816 miles
Average per year
2,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,673 miles
  • 2025 – 71,857 miles
  • 2023 – 102,311 miles
  • 2021 – 99,379 miles
  • 2020 – 94,926 miles
  • 2017 – 82,457 miles
  • 2016 – 78,703 miles
  • 2015 – 69,751 miles
  • 2014 – 59,803 miles
  • 2013 – 53,373 miles
  • 2011 – 40,545 miles
  • 2010 – 36,197 miles
  • 2009 – 31,709 miles
  • 2008 – 27,473 miles
  • 2007 – 23,295 miles
  • 2006 – 20,217 miles
  • 2005 – 15,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,673 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Body damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,673 miles (+816)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,673 miles
    Test number
    157898039138
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass71,857 miles (-30,454)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,857 miles
    Test number
    327624685852
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,311 miles
    Test number
    136505659196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    883868734386
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    747318616199
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,379 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    685172557756
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody damage

  7. Fail99,378 miles (+4,452)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,378 miles
    Test number
    558112688257
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody damage

  8. Pass94,926 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,926 miles
    Test number
    273121922298
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail94,926 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,926 miles
    Test number
    678804579929
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    347073330765
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    685154752117
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  12. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    925185141800
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass82,457 miles (+3,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    987386014006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear tyres wall cracking

  14. Pass78,703 miles (+8,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,703 miles
    Test number
    690938659041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass69,751 miles (+9,948)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    677688663917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,803 miles (+6,430)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,803 miles
    Test number
    555312024344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,373 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,373 miles
    Test number
    195244603237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,364 miles (+12,819)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,364 miles
    Test number
    519958743191
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass40,545 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,545 miles
    Test number
    486445911385
    • NoteN/s/tyre has a slightly cut at outer wall
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing to outer edge

  20. Fail40,545 miles (+4,348)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,545 miles
    Test number
    447385811308
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s/tyre has a slightly cut at outer wall
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing to outer edge

  21. Pass36,197 miles (+4,488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,197 miles
    Test number
    722933810373
    • NoteOffside rear Tyre cracked .

  22. Pass31,709 miles (+4,236)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,709 miles
    Test number
    701046619387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,473 miles
    Test number
    654706628329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,473 miles (+4,178)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,473 miles
    Test number
    153386128311
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass23,295 miles (+3,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,295 miles
    Test number
    863602337309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass20,217 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,217 miles
    Test number
    261815526305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    15,960 miles
    Test number
    121378325394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail15,960 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,960 miles
    Test number
    322288225372
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LL51 CUH

Does LL51 CUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 CUH is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 CUH?
The MOT on LL51 CUH is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 CUH done?
LL51 CUH was recorded at 72,673 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 2,813 miles a year.
Has LL51 CUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 CUH has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 CUH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jan 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 CUH find?
LL51 CUH passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside rear macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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