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Red and Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 FXMMOT history

LL51 FXM is a red and black petrol MINI first used on 12 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 100,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LL51 FXM red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2027
Mileage
100,322 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 FXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 FXM was last recorded at 100,322 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 2,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2016: 71,165 miles, lower than 75,165 miles on 23 Feb 2016.
  • 14 Dec 2016: 77,571 miles, lower than 77,572 miles on 5 Dec 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
98,099 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,223 miles
Average per year
3,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,322 miles
  • 2025 – 98,099 miles
  • 2024 – 97,566 miles
  • 2019 – 93,311 miles
  • 2018 – 89,110 miles
  • 2017 – 83,573 miles
  • 2016 – 77,571 miles
  • 2015 – 72,137 miles
  • 2014 – 69,042 miles
  • 2013 – 65,801 miles
  • 2012 – 60,258 miles
  • 2011 – 58,251 miles
  • 2010 – 55,409 miles
  • 2009 – 50,236 miles
  • 2008 – 44,060 miles
  • 2007 – 41,176 miles
  • 2006 – 35,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,322 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Fuel cap seal perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,322 miles (+2,223)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    100,322 miles
    Test number
    736763060815
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,099 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,099 miles
    Test number
    697430933769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,566 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    97,566 miles
    Test number
    122660304622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    558822735229
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also mishaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    162229732288
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    174425319396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  7. FailMileage not read4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    426447894024
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  8. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    169824138464
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished

  9. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    241505603491
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished

  10. Pass93,311 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,311 miles
    Test number
    766032858405
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perished
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail93,311 miles (+4,201)1 dangerous4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,311 miles
    Test number
    349514753021
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perished
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,110 miles (+5,537)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    89,110 miles
    Test number
    572987915609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,573 miles (+6,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,573 miles
    Test number
    938801611764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top Strut bearing needs attention

  14. Pass77,571 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,571 miles
    Test number
    573249258487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,572 miles (+6,407)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,572 miles
    Test number
    395308815398
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread depth low
    • AdvisoryRear of front to rear brake pipes corroded

  16. Pass71,165 miles (-4,000)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,165 miles
    Test number
    217195434244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,165 miles (+3,028)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,165 miles
    Test number
    822246678250
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass72,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    72,137 miles
    Test number
    777867655097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,137 miles (+3,095)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,137 miles
    Test number
    108336455449
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail69,042 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,042 miles
    Test number
    959975344032
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass69,042 miles (+3,241)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,042 miles
    Test number
    997045344014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,801 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,801 miles
    Test number
    115376133484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,795 miles (+5,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,795 miles
    Test number
    376055933058
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass60,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    60,258 miles
    Test number
    197132232444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail60,258 miles (+2,007)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,258 miles
    Test number
    175992032022
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass58,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,251 miles
    Test number
    296856021030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,251 miles (+2,842)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,251 miles
    Test number
    476086121096
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass55,409 miles (+5,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    171603130000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass50,236 miles (+6,176)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,236 miles
    Test number
    244469319008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,060 miles (+2,884)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,060 miles
    Test number
    673257918064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,176 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,176 miles
    Test number
    303872467103
    • NoteRear tyres worn inside edge.

  32. Fail41,176 miles (+5,949)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,176 miles
    Test number
    893122967135
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear tyres worn inside edge.

  33. Pass35,227 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,227 miles
    Test number
    103775966109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Fail35,212 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,212 miles
    Test number
    723264866172
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL51 FXM

Does LL51 FXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 FXM is valid until 4 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 FXM?
The MOT on LL51 FXM is valid until 4 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 FXM done?
LL51 FXM was recorded at 100,322 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 3,199 miles a year.
Has LL51 FXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 FXM has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LL51 FXM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 2 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 FXM find?
LL51 FXM passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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