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Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 DUAMOT history

LL51 DUA is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 12 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LL51 DUA yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,001 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 DUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 DUA was last recorded at 148,001 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 2,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,137 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2,864 miles
Average per year
6,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,001 miles
  • 2025 – 141,977 miles
  • 2024 – 138,123 miles
  • 2023 – 134,567 miles
  • 2021 – 130,914 miles
  • 2020 – 127,797 miles
  • 2019 – 124,327 miles
  • 2018 – 118,913 miles
  • 2017 – 113,437 miles
  • 2016 – 108,118 miles
  • 2015 – 103,980 miles
  • 2014 – 99,151 miles
  • 2013 – 92,950 miles
  • 2012 – 85,315 miles
  • 2011 – 77,780 miles
  • 2010 – 59,641 miles
  • 2009 – 49,907 miles
  • 2008 – 38,947 miles
  • 2007 – 27,098 miles
  • 2006 – 19,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,001 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Major5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,001 miles (+2,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,001 miles
    Test number
    711584076832
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail145,137 miles (+3,160)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,137 miles
    Test number
    399348121420
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Box support (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass141,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    141,977 miles
    Test number
    992530101095
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,977 miles (+3,854)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,977 miles
    Test number
    614336438318
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,123 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,123 miles
    Test number
    145910146261
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail138,123 miles (+3,556)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,123 miles
    Test number
    578449240061
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass134,567 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,567 miles
    Test number
    336438643400
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail134,567 miles3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,567 miles
    Test number
    825457341186
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail134,567 miles (+3,653)10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,567 miles
    Test number
    554798097637
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low Ground level (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes very poor performance, especially rear.

  10. Pass130,914 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    130,914 miles
    Test number
    367079075857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail130,914 miles (+3,117)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,914 miles
    Test number
    386735045173
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass127,797 miles (+3,470)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,797 miles
    Test number
    845367245020
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror assembly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Rim inner (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass124,327 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,327 miles
    Test number
    702826068096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror loose

  14. Fail124,327 miles (+5,414)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,327 miles
    Test number
    809033291760
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror loose

  15. Pass118,913 miles (+5,476)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,913 miles
    Test number
    907979682238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear section) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn

  16. Pass113,437 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,437 miles
    Test number
    262957964707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded on inner surface

  17. Fail113,437 miles (+5,319)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,437 miles
    Test number
    580193570530
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded on inner surface

  18. Pass108,118 miles (+4,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,118 miles
    Test number
    560913146920
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass103,980 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,980 miles
    Test number
    735149515185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated condition
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge worn

  20. Fail103,980 miles (+4,829)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,980 miles
    Test number
    239559815186
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated condition
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge worn

  21. Pass99,151 miles (+6,201)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    99,151 miles
    Test number
    387965714130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,950 miles (+7,635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    92,950 miles
    Test number
    407102423124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside steering rack end worn

  23. Pass85,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,315 miles
    Test number
    465246222157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,315 miles (+7,535)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,315 miles
    Test number
    779216622138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass77,780 miles (+18,139)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,780 miles
    Test number
    187387121198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,641 miles (+9,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    59,641 miles
    Test number
    832811320059
    • 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)

  27. Pass49,907 miles (+10,960)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,907 miles
    Test number
    162887139054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,947 miles (+11,849)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,947 miles
    Test number
    114153748419
    • NotePlastic skirts fitted

  29. Pass27,098 miles (+7,214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,098 miles
    Test number
    994266547077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass19,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,884 miles
    Test number
    874187846032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 DUA

Does LL51 DUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 DUA is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 DUA?
The MOT on LL51 DUA is valid until 23 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 DUA done?
LL51 DUA was recorded at 148,001 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 6,219 miles a year.
Has LL51 DUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 DUA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL51 DUA 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 DUA find?
LL51 DUA passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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