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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 DLEMOT history

LL51 DLE is a red petrol MINI Cooper first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 58,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LL51 DLE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
58,563 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2023
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 DLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 DLE was last recorded at 58,563 miles on 12 Sept 2023, 2,668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,895 miles · 27 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,668 miles
Average per year
973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 58,563 miles
  • 2022 – 55,895 miles
  • 2021 – 52,934 miles
  • 2020 – 52,742 miles
  • 2019 – 52,691 miles
  • 2017 – 52,521 miles
  • 2016 – 52,286 miles
  • 2015 – 51,434 miles
  • 2014 – 50,818 miles
  • 2013 – 50,364 miles
  • 2012 – 49,738 miles
  • 2011 – 49,042 miles
  • 2010 – 48,114 miles
  • 2009 – 47,326 miles
  • 2008 – 46,574 miles
  • 2007 – 45,869 miles
  • 2006 – 44,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Upper strutt top mounts are noisey both n/s and o/s
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both n/s and o/s are corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    258466201642
    • AdvisoryFront Upper strutt top mounts are noisey both n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both n/s and o/s are corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    391091598616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,563 miles (+2,668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,563 miles
    Test number
    457302786271
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underbody

  4. Pass55,895 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    698856000260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail55,883 miles (+2,949)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    950200072326
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass52,934 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    52,934 miles
    Test number
    489438530444
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded throughout

  7. Fail52,926 miles (+184)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,926 miles
    Test number
    576385591407
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded throughout

  8. Pass52,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    52,742 miles
    Test number
    853692817209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,742 miles (+51)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,742 miles
    Test number
    202948875843
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  10. Pass52,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,691 miles
    Test number
    989218469576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,691 miles (+170)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,691 miles
    Test number
    659043312917
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass52,521 miles (+235)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    741976384539
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules nearside and offside (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough nearside and offside strut upper bearing assemblies stiff (2.2.D.1)

  13. Pass52,286 miles (+852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    52,286 miles
    Test number
    464921675756
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules nearside and offside (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front strut top bearing assembly stiff

  14. Pass51,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,434 miles
    Test number
    312843777066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail51,434 miles (+616)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,434 miles
    Test number
    376452675089
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass50,818 miles (+454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    236250094229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass50,364 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,364 miles
    Test number
    605484393279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail50,353 miles (+615)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    329349983493
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass49,738 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,738 miles
    Test number
    136435382250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust rear slightly deteriorated

  20. Fail49,738 miles (+696)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,738 miles
    Test number
    916325882284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust rear slightly deteriorated

  21. Pass49,042 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,042 miles
    Test number
    428863781281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail49,022 miles (+908)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,022 miles
    Test number
    869823081278
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass48,114 miles (+788)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,114 miles
    Test number
    230411290213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass47,326 miles (+752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,326 miles
    Test number
    910697189206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail46,574 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,574 miles
    Test number
    324054088280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass46,574 miles (+705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    46,574 miles
    Test number
    384214088497
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass45,869 miles (+1,000)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,869 miles
    Test number
    181672677214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,869 miles
    Test number
    174846186249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,869 miles (+3,487)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,869 miles
    Test number
    363433086413
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass41,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    41,382 miles
    Test number
    502732216097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 DLE

Does LL51 DLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 DLE is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL51 DLE?
The MOT on LL51 DLE is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 DLE done?
LL51 DLE was recorded at 58,563 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2023, an average of 973 miles a year.
Has LL51 DLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 DLE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 DLE 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 LL51 DLE find?
LL51 DLE passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: front upper strutt top mounts are noisey both n/s and o/s; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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