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Yellow · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LL51 MZYMOT history

LL51 MZY is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 4 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2024.

LL51 MZY yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2025
Mileage
99,944 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 MZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 MZY was last recorded at 99,944 miles on 12 Mar 2024, 1,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,432 miles · 8 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,512 miles
Average per year
4,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,944 miles
  • 2022 – 98,432 miles
  • 2021 – 96,835 miles
  • 2020 – 95,253 miles
  • 2019 – 92,911 miles
  • 2018 – 88,652 miles
  • 2017 – 81,684 miles
  • 2016 – 77,927 miles
  • 2015 – 74,373 miles
  • 2014 – 69,854 miles
  • 2013 – 64,680 miles
  • 2012 – 59,572 miles
  • 2011 – 54,231 miles
  • 2010 – 49,015 miles
  • 2009 – 43,892 miles
  • 2008 – 38,241 miles
  • 2007 – 33,139 miles
  • 2006 – 25,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,944 miles
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded heavily
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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.

  • All underside components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Brake pipes rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Advise fuel tank retaining device corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,944 miles (+1,512)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,944 miles
    Test number
    162129468845
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded heavily
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  2. Pass98,432 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,432 miles
    Test number
    366355296450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryFront + rear suspension rusty
  3. Fail98,421 miles (+1,586)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,421 miles
    Test number
    236331372723
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryFront + rear suspension very rusty
  4. Pass96,835 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,835 miles
    Test number
    836876172561
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel tank retaining device corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail96,835 miles (+1,582)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,835 miles
    Test number
    940590433483
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring fouling on chassis when vehicle is raised
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel tank retaining device corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass95,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,253 miles
    Test number
    276713276768
    • AdvisoryAll underside components corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  7. Fail95,253 miles (+2,342)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,253 miles
    Test number
    216567729687
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dark in colour
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass92,911 miles (+4,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,911 miles
    Test number
    202752968364
    • AdvisoryAll underside components corroded
  9. Pass88,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    190414687598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,652 miles (+6,968)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    725875485236
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass81,684 miles (+3,757)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,684 miles
    Test number
    645550174940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass77,927 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,927 miles
    Test number
    175850150152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,373 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,373 miles
    Test number
    709237595157
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has uneven wear
  14. Fail74,373 miles (+4,519)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,373 miles
    Test number
    935027995102
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has uneven wear
  15. Pass69,854 miles (+5,174)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,854 miles
    Test number
    559772404236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,680 miles (+5,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,680 miles
    Test number
    336790203423
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass59,572 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,572 miles
    Test number
    488377902279
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs worn
  18. Fail59,570 miles (+5,339)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,570 miles
    Test number
    476587802203
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs worn
  19. Pass54,231 miles (+5,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,231 miles
    Test number
    247260611263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass49,015 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,015 miles
    Test number
    393987000270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to perish on side wall
    • NoteOil around engine area
    • NoteWater stain around bottom cornors of rad
  21. Fail49,015 miles (+5,123)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,015 miles
    Test number
    934837400239
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to perish on side wall
    • NoteOil around engine area
    • NoteWater stain around bottom cornors of rad
  22. Pass43,892 miles (+5,651)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    43,892 miles
    Test number
    322132319275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass38,241 miles (+5,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,241 miles
    Test number
    413227208236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass33,139 miles (+7,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,139 miles
    Test number
    850578407204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass25,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,522 miles
    Test number
    803012516260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 MZY

Does LL51 MZY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 MZY expired on 11 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 MZY?
The MOT on LL51 MZY expired on 11 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 MZY done?
LL51 MZY was recorded at 99,944 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2024, an average of 4,225 miles a year.
Has LL51 MZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 MZY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 MZY 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 MZY find?
LL51 MZY passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2024 with 6 advisories: front subframe corroded; fuel tank straps corroded heavily; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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