
MINI
Red and Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc
LL51 MZVMOT history
LL51 MZV is a red and black petrol MINI first used on 11 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 122,893 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 12 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 122,893 mi
- At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 36
- 21 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 5,186 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LL51 MZV
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Red and Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 11 Jan 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LL51 MZV was last recorded at 122,893 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 122,889 miles · 27 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 4 miles
- Average per year
- 5,186 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 122,893 miles
- 2025 – 119,206 miles
- 2024 – 118,842 miles
- 2023 – 116,873 miles
- 2022 – 112,281 miles
- 2021 – 107,902 miles
- 2020 – 104,555 miles
- 2019 – 100,646 miles
- 2018 – 97,405 miles
- 2017 – 95,680 miles
- 2016 – 90,948 miles
- 2015 – 84,100 miles
- 2014 – 80,490 miles
- 2013 – 78,119 miles
- 2012 – 70,403 miles
- 2011 – 60,346 miles
- 2010 – 45,849 miles
- 2009 – 40,114 miles
- 2008 – 31,888 miles
- 2007 – 22,998 miles
- 2006 – 18,769 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Front top mount noisy when rotatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryFuel tank strap corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2025
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025
Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024
Full MOT history
36 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass122,893 miles (+4)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 122,893 miles
- Test number
- 190477143459
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front top mount noisy when rotated
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
Fail122,889 miles (+3,683)3 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,889 miles
- Test number
- 969107513261
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front top mount noisy when rotated
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
Pass119,206 miles (+364)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 119,206 miles
- Test number
- 412221562414
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront suspension noisy but no fault found.
Fail118,842 miles (+1,969)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,842 miles
- Test number
- 654546627841
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- 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))
Pass116,873 miles (+2)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 116,873 miles
- Test number
- 702740972659
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
Fail116,871 miles (+4,590)5 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,871 miles
- Test number
- 335340526805
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust detached from rear box. (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective temporary fuel cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront suspension top mounts are rough.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
Pass112,281 miles (+144)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 112,281 miles
- Test number
- 808492677063
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted.
Fail112,137 miles (+4,235)7 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,137 miles
- Test number
- 610831347982
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play rough (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play rough (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
- MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
- MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted.
Pass107,902 miles (+3,347)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 107,902 miles
- Test number
- 254315013947
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront suspension top mounts o/s and n/s have play
- AdvisoryO/s/r wheel has slight bind
- AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted but has seal
Pass104,555 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 104,555 miles
- Test number
- 770801490682
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f suspension top mount bearings are very rough.
Fail104,555 miles (+3,909)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,555 miles
- Test number
- 986984396002
- MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn very thin on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f suspension top mount bearings are very rough.
Pass100,646 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 100,646 miles
- Test number
- 851158227663
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f suspension top mount rough.
Fail100,646 miles (+3,241)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,646 miles
- Test number
- 655283032804
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on. (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f suspension top mount rough.
Pass97,405 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 97,405 miles
- Test number
- 227543378454
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f suspension top mounts slightly rough.
Fail97,405 miles (+1,725)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,405 miles
- Test number
- 827556045378
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f suspension top mounts slightly rough.
Pass95,680 miles (+2,061)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 95,680 miles
- Test number
- 537164598428
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on edges.
Fail93,619 miles (+2,671)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,619 miles
- Test number
- 252159355984
- 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)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on edges.
Pass90,948 miles (+117)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 90,948 miles
- Test number
- 976766562934
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubber hangers excessively deteriorated, system is still adequately supported
- AdvisoryBoth registration plate lamp covers missing
- AdvisoryOffside front top mount feels rough when turned
- AdvisorySuspect rocker cover gasket leaking
Fail90,831 miles (+3,041)1 failure8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,831 miles
- Test number
- 473383539065
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust rubber hangers excessively deteriorated, system is still adequately supported
- AdvisoryBoth registration plate lamp covers missing
- AdvisoryFluid residue around power steering reservoir
- AdvisoryLeak around power steering rack, suspect pipe on pump although further investigation required
- AdvisoryOffside front top mount feels rough when turned
- AdvisorySuspect rocker cover gasket leaking
Pass87,790 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 5 May 2017
- Odometer
- 87,790 miles
- Test number
- 621453637353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail87,789 miles (+3,689)2 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,789 miles
- Test number
- 192748420906
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder, exposed full circle (4.1.D.1b)
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high adjuster not working (1.8)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split into two (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
- FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge and close to legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass84,100 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 84,100 miles
- Test number
- 266577305191
- NoteReversing light not working
- NoteUnusually long brake pedal travel
Fail84,100 miles (+3,610)3 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,100 miles
- Test number
- 288797705184
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- NoteFault with engine cooling system
- NoteReversing light not working
- NoteUnusually long brake pedal travel
Pass80,490 miles (+2,371)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 80,490 miles
- Test number
- 985385404156
- 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)
Pass78,119 miles (+12)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 78,119 miles
- Test number
- 136703843490
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
- NoteSlight play in nearside front inner track rod joint
Fail78,107 miles (+14)4 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,107 miles
- Test number
- 738137033043
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
- NoteSlight play in nearside front inner track rod joint
Fail78,093 miles (+7,690)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,093 miles
- Test number
- 387885533017
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass70,403 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 70,403 miles
- Test number
- 556521632069
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail70,403 miles (+10,057)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,403 miles
- Test number
- 719731132040
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass60,346 miles (+14,497)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 60,346 miles
- Test number
- 389332041009
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,849 miles (+5,735)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 45,849 miles
- Test number
- 452705610075
- 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)
- NoteF.E.A.D belt noisy
Pass40,114 miles (+8,226)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 40,114 miles
- Test number
- 110384049097
- NoteNearside front tyre worn round outside edge
- NoteOffside front tyre worn round outer edge
Fail31,888 miles1 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,888 miles
- Test number
- 280943728012
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- NoteBrake pads wearing low front
Pass31,888 miles (+8,890)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 31,888 miles
- Test number
- 423503628001
- NoteBrake pads wearing low front
Pass22,998 miles (+4,229)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 22,998 miles
- Test number
- 594982917037
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,769 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 18,769 miles
- Test number
- 973846416024
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LL51 MZV
- Does LL51 MZV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 MZV is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LL51 MZV?
- The MOT on LL51 MZV is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LL51 MZV done?
- LL51 MZV was recorded at 122,893 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 5,186 miles a year.
- Has LL51 MZV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LL51 MZV has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on LL51 MZV 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 MZV find?
- LL51 MZV passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front top mount noisy when rotated; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.
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