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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 DRVMOT history

LL51 DRV is a black petrol MINI first used on 12 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

LL51 DRV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
153,068 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 DRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 DRV was last recorded at 153,068 miles on 25 Jun 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,057 miles · 16 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,068 miles
  • 2020 – 150,100 miles
  • 2019 – 144,270 miles
  • 2018 – 139,196 miles
  • 2017 – 138,055 miles
  • 2016 – 135,840 miles
  • 2014 – 128,069 miles
  • 2013 – 125,079 miles
  • 2012 – 113,983 miles
  • 2011 – 100,915 miles
  • 2009 – 88,871 miles
  • 2008 – 68,615 miles
  • 2007 – 59,444 miles
  • 2006 – 49,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    712939305076
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    988189934018
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    660759926442
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass153,068 miles (+11)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    153,068 miles
    Test number
    510423217375
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damage on door
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail153,057 miles (+2,957)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,057 miles
    Test number
    509291808004
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside door damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass150,100 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,100 miles
    Test number
    199632597009
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail150,085 miles (+5,815)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,085 miles
    Test number
    348257227985
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass144,270 miles (+5,074)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,270 miles
    Test number
    773318362880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,196 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,196 miles
    Test number
    204240641511
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail139,196 miles (+1,141)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,196 miles
    Test number
    813263704431
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass138,055 miles (+2,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    138,055 miles
    Test number
    555465495220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass135,840 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    135,840 miles
    Test number
    293519111132
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail135,839 miles (+7,770)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,839 miles
    Test number
    254121078275
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass128,069 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    128,069 miles
    Test number
    589512464189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail128,069 miles (+2,990)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,069 miles
    Test number
    849711764111
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass125,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    125,079 miles
    Test number
    205508053453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail125,079 miles (+11,096)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,079 miles
    Test number
    486117053171
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass113,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    113,983 miles
    Test number
    346264852134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail113,983 miles (+13,068)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,983 miles
    Test number
    225569442119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail100,915 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    898705391033
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass100,915 miles (+12,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    986475991037
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass88,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    88,871 miles
    Test number
    853982949337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,866 miles (+20,251)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,866 miles
    Test number
    593032449335
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass68,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    68,615 miles
    Test number
    354785448394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,615 miles (+9,171)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,615 miles
    Test number
    751270048385
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail59,444 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,444 miles
    Test number
    861417737383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass59,444 miles (+9,974)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,444 miles
    Test number
    944087937355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail49,470 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,470 miles
    Test number
    390628836380
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass49,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,470 miles
    Test number
    704198036330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 DRV

Does LL51 DRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 DRV expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 DRV?
The MOT on LL51 DRV expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 DRV done?
LL51 DRV was recorded at 153,068 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2022, an average of 6,659 miles a year.
Has LL51 DRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 DRV has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LL51 DRV 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 DRV find?
LL51 DRV passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 11 more.

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