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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 DTOMOT history

LL51 DTO is a silver petrol MINI first used on 11 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 88,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LL51 DTO silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,866 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 DTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 DTO was last recorded at 88,866 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 4,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,094 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,772 miles
Average per year
3,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,866 miles
  • 2025 – 84,094 miles
  • 2024 – 80,336 miles
  • 2023 – 79,493 miles
  • 2022 – 78,676 miles
  • 2021 – 72,045 miles
  • 2020 – 70,344 miles
  • 2019 – 68,420 miles
  • 2018 – 66,699 miles
  • 2017 – 64,234 miles
  • 2016 – 62,054 miles
  • 2015 – 57,389 miles
  • 2014 – 52,020 miles
  • 2013 – 50,989 miles
  • 2012 – 48,952 miles
  • 2011 – 47,370 miles
  • 2010 – 44,033 miles
  • 2009 – 39,851 miles
  • 2008 – 36,649 miles
  • 2007 – 33,886 miles
  • 2006 – 30,086 miles
  • 2005 – 26,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,866 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration 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 nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,866 miles (+4,772)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,866 miles
    Test number
    525241882708
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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 nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass84,094 miles (+3,758)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    194047709067
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,336 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,336 miles
    Test number
    352602402938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,493 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,493 miles
    Test number
    343470938779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,676 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    274688425501
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail78,676 miles (+6,631)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    556899810849
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass72,045 miles (+1,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,045 miles
    Test number
    805805760663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass70,344 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,344 miles
    Test number
    943479179065
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount rough/noisy on rotation
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail70,339 miles (+1,919)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,339 miles
    Test number
    150276612800
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount rough/noisy on rotation
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass68,420 miles (+1,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,420 miles
    Test number
    452413768163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass66,699 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,699 miles
    Test number
    209316609435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,234 miles
    Test number
    319793442532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail64,234 miles (+2,180)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,234 miles
    Test number
    540551195593
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass62,054 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,054 miles
    Test number
    253282928870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail62,054 miles (+4,665)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,054 miles
    Test number
    688698311233
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass57,389 miles (+5,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,389 miles
    Test number
    226570795430
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,020 miles (+1,031)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,020 miles
    Test number
    905896434150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,989 miles5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,989 miles
    Test number
    438332723351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber starting to wear
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished
    • NotePower steering pump noisey

  19. Fail50,989 miles (+2,037)4 failures5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,989 miles
    Test number
    699369413343
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber starting to wear
    • NoteFuel cap seal perished
    • NoteOnly 3 of 4 washer jets working
    • NotePower steering pump noisey
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroded

  20. Pass48,952 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,952 miles
    Test number
    886268312345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/s/r seatbelt slow to retract.
    • NoteThe rear exhaust silencer is corroded.
    • NoteThe s.r.s warning light is on.

  21. Fail48,952 miles (+1,582)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,952 miles
    Test number
    406278112452
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r seatbelt slow to retract.
    • NoteThe rear exhaust silencer is corroded.
    • NoteThe s.r.s warning light is on.

  22. Pass47,370 miles (+3,337)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,370 miles
    Test number
    159206501337
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass44,033 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,033 miles
    Test number
    934451120362
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail44,033 miles (+4,182)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,033 miles
    Test number
    471771920495
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass39,851 miles (+3,202)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,851 miles
    Test number
    473173829321
    • NoteAirbag light on

  26. Pass36,649 miles (+2,763)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,649 miles
    Test number
    643182218377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,886 miles
    Test number
    654585927331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,886 miles (+3,800)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,886 miles
    Test number
    840535927375
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass30,086 miles (+3,943)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,086 miles
    Test number
    180295006304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail26,143 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,143 miles
    Test number
    542260825367
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  31. Pass26,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    26,143 miles
    Test number
    824120025327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 DTO

Does LL51 DTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 DTO is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 DTO?
The MOT on LL51 DTO is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 DTO done?
LL51 DTO was recorded at 88,866 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 3,006 miles a year.
Has LL51 DTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 DTO has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 DTO 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 DTO find?
LL51 DTO passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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