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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LL51 YAKMOT history

LL51 YAK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 16 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

LL51 YAK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
128,421 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 YAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
6 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 YAK was last recorded at 128,421 miles on 6 May 2025, 6,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,521 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6,900 miles
Average per year
5,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,421 miles
  • 2024 – 121,521 miles
  • 2021 – 120,801 miles
  • 2020 – 114,317 miles
  • 2019 – 109,452 miles
  • 2018 – 104,363 miles
  • 2017 – 97,003 miles
  • 2016 – 92,602 miles
  • 2015 – 83,706 miles
  • 2014 – 80,779 miles
  • 2013 – 78,163 miles
  • 2012 – 76,507 miles
  • 2011 – 75,096 miles
  • 2010 – 68,247 miles
  • 2009 – 55,285 miles
  • 2008 – 42,684 miles
  • 2006 – 30,426 miles
  • 2005 – 22,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,421 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,421 miles (+6,900)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    128,421 miles
    Test number
    130063919682
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass121,521 miles (+720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    121,521 miles
    Test number
    199633543551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRust to underside in places

  3. Pass120,801 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,801 miles
    Test number
    443423980467
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust covering front and rear subframes

  4. Fail120,801 miles (+6,484)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,801 miles
    Test number
    421637106275
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust covering front and rear subframes

  5. Pass114,317 miles (+556)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,317 miles
    Test number
    105202870478
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass113,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,761 miles
    Test number
    946347363188
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/f strut top noisey
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail113,761 miles (+4,309)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,761 miles
    Test number
    247612219806
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/f strut top noisey
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass109,452 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    109,452 miles
    Test number
    807097312874
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail109,438 miles (+5,075)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,438 miles
    Test number
    519880135989
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass104,363 miles (+7,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    104,363 miles
    Test number
    991963334896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWater leak from coolant bleed bolt

  11. Pass97,003 miles (+4,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    97,003 miles
    Test number
    565879302823
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass92,602 miles (+8,896)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    475971667563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,706 miles
    Test number
    418079215001
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail83,706 miles (+2,927)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,706 miles
    Test number
    116506615463
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass80,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,779 miles
    Test number
    377970624021
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail80,779 miles (+2,616)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,779 miles
    Test number
    848967414009
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass78,163 miles (+1,656)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,163 miles
    Test number
    135576913426
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass76,507 miles (+1,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,507 miles
    Test number
    158180322055
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass75,096 miles (+6,849)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    75,096 miles
    Test number
    626291821038
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded! Rear discs and pads need replacing!
    • NoteO/S Front brake disc corroded!

  20. Pass68,247 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    68,247 miles
    Test number
    464053520009
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail68,247 miles (+12,962)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,247 miles
    Test number
    603423720065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass55,285 miles (+12,601)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    55,285 miles
    Test number
    730460629043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,684 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,684 miles
    Test number
    581136518082
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass42,684 miles (+12,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,684 miles
    Test number
    634036218021
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass30,426 miles (+8,366)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,426 miles
    Test number
    744003516374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass22,060 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    22,060 miles
    Test number
    912685315338
    • NoteReverse light not working on car

Questions about LL51 YAK

Does LL51 YAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 YAK expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 YAK?
The MOT on LL51 YAK expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 YAK done?
LL51 YAK was recorded at 128,421 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2025, an average of 5,459 miles a year.
Has LL51 YAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 YAK has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LL51 YAK 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 YAK find?
LL51 YAK passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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