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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 DTYMOT history

LL51 DTY is a green petrol MINI first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.

LL51 DTY green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
142,102 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 DTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 DTY was last recorded at 142,102 miles on 31 Jan 2025, 8,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,063 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
8,039 miles
Average per year
6,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,102 miles
  • 2024 – 134,063 miles
  • 2023 – 123,777 miles
  • 2022 – 117,412 miles
  • 2021 – 105,031 miles
  • 2019 – 94,522 miles
  • 2017 – 74,550 miles
  • 2016 – 64,687 miles
  • 2015 – 54,305 miles
  • 2014 – 47,836 miles
  • 2013 – 35,894 miles
  • 2012 – 31,319 miles
  • 2011 – 28,050 miles
  • 2010 – 26,405 miles
  • 2009 – 24,105 miles
  • 2008 – 21,430 miles
  • 2007 – 18,793 miles
  • 2006 – 15,843 miles
  • 2005 – 12,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,102 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount stiff
  • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount stiff

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint pipe on steering rack (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,102 miles (+8,039)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    142,102 miles
    Test number
    266334894058
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount stiff
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount stiff

  2. Pass134,063 miles (+10,286)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    134,063 miles
    Test number
    120226156360
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass123,777 miles (+6,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,777 miles
    Test number
    966905101984
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusty on inner edge nearside and offside

  4. Pass117,412 miles (+12,381)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,412 miles
    Test number
    375312195831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,031 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,031 miles
    Test number
    757095890039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,990 miles (+10,468)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,990 miles
    Test number
    155419739419
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass94,522 miles (+1,877)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    94,522 miles
    Test number
    340889494584
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp insecure lamp in bumper damaged (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os front control arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

  8. Fail92,645 miles (+18,095)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,645 miles
    Test number
    703763369075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,550 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,550 miles
    Test number
    522216932648
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint pipe on steering rack (2.3.3b)

  10. Fail74,549 miles (+9,862)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,549 miles
    Test number
    462064558170
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint pipe on steering rack (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass64,687 miles (+10,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    64,687 miles
    Test number
    370640791861
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass54,305 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,305 miles
    Test number
    172108694442
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper strut top steering swivel bearing notchy/seized, new needed, urgent

  13. Fail54,305 miles (+6,469)1 dangerous4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,305 miles
    Test number
    432488858772
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper strut top steering swivel bearing notchy/seized, new needed, urgent
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass47,836 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,836 miles
    Test number
    466404744342
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail47,835 miles (+11,941)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,835 miles
    Test number
    868533044322
    • DangerousBoth front strut top steering swivel bearings partially seized.
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass35,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    35,894 miles
    Test number
    837169333371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail35,894 miles (+4,575)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,894 miles
    Test number
    908649533315
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass31,319 miles (+3,269)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,319 miles
    Test number
    619791832396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise noise from steering coloum area when steering is in operation
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  19. Pass28,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    28,050 miles
    Test number
    416521741496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,050 miles (+1,645)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,050 miles
    Test number
    677219131346
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass26,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,405 miles
    Test number
    204522740361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,405 miles (+2,300)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,405 miles
    Test number
    210302840383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,105 miles (+2,675)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    24,105 miles
    Test number
    223591149376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass21,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,430 miles
    Test number
    723906248399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,425 miles (+2,632)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,425 miles
    Test number
    372386548343
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass18,793 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,793 miles
    Test number
    344225147338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    15,843 miles
    Test number
    280095846347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail15,843 miles (+3,327)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,843 miles
    Test number
    361255846309
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass12,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    12,516 miles
    Test number
    142156745306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 DTY

Does LL51 DTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 DTY expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 DTY?
The MOT on LL51 DTY expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 DTY done?
LL51 DTY was recorded at 142,102 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2025, an average of 6,771 miles a year.
Has LL51 DTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 DTY has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LL51 DTY 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 DTY find?
LL51 DTY passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front top mount stiff, and 1 more.

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