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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LL52 BRFMOT history

LL52 BRF is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 48,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LL52 BRF blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
48,582 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 BRF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 BRF was last recorded at 48,582 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,577 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,582 miles
  • 2024 – 48,323 miles
  • 2023 – 45,239 miles
  • 2022 – 42,887 miles
  • 2021 – 39,882 miles
  • 2020 – 37,859 miles
  • 2019 – 35,132 miles
  • 2018 – 33,504 miles
  • 2017 – 31,003 miles
  • 2016 – 28,766 miles
  • 2015 – 25,284 miles
  • 2014 – 20,637 miles
  • 2013 – 17,740 miles
  • 2012 – 14,209 miles
  • 2011 – 13,084 miles
  • 2010 – 11,809 miles
  • 2009 – 10,739 miles
  • 2008 – 9,253 miles
  • 2007 – 7,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,582 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on underside
  • AdvisoryOil leak on engineRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    48,582 miles
    Test number
    811674006366
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on underside
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  2. Fail48,582 miles (+5)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,582 miles
    Test number
    435919294226
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  3. Fail48,577 miles (+254)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    497693821467
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  4. Pass48,323 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    48,323 miles
    Test number
    201960321859
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rigid brake pipe corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber body heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber body heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail48,323 miles (+3,084)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,323 miles
    Test number
    392206460327
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rigid brake pipe corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber body heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber body heavily corroded. (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass45,239 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,239 miles
    Test number
    625144836506
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe corroded but not serious
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  7. Fail45,238 miles (+2,351)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,238 miles
    Test number
    128011905971
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded section in middle of vehicle n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear subframe corroded but not serious
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  8. Pass42,887 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    42,887 miles
    Test number
    923337735789
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail42,887 miles (+3,005)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,887 miles
    Test number
    321844547273
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass39,882 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,882 miles
    Test number
    152389224378
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes badly corroded, at back axle and in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail39,882 miles (+2,023)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,882 miles
    Test number
    245942314767
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes badly corroded, at back axle and in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass37,859 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    37,859 miles
    Test number
    806313074367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,782 miles (+2,650)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,782 miles
    Test number
    784373502799
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp flashing

  14. Pass35,132 miles (+1,628)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    35,132 miles
    Test number
    599238237255
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes are rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leaking from radiator cap
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side light is loose or has a broken mounting
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass33,504 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    33,504 miles
    Test number
    982504709835
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S & O/S rubber attachment brackets (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp is loose.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking gasses (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Offside wiper is split at ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Condensation in lamp unit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Very rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear brake pipes are rusty at the joint with the rear flexi hoses
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Fail33,504 miles (+2,501)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,504 miles
    Test number
    689174288159
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated Play and roughness in bearing (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp is loose.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking gasses (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Offside wiper is split at ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Condensation in lamp unit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Very rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear brake pipes are rusty at the joint with the rear flexi hoses
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Pass31,003 miles (+2,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,003 miles
    Test number
    720246219829
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear disc corroded

  18. Pass28,766 miles (+3,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,766 miles
    Test number
    313450286590
    • AdvisoryH/Brake slightly high
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  19. Pass25,284 miles (+65)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,284 miles
    Test number
    537900965165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap rubber seal perished
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin

  20. Fail25,219 miles (+4,582)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,219 miles
    Test number
    259882555461
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap rubber seal perished
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  21. Pass20,637 miles (+2,897)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,637 miles
    Test number
    278000554434
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very badly perished & tread blocks split & lifting
    • NoteFront brake discs lightly corroded on inner face
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  22. Pass17,740 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,740 miles
    Test number
    949495453110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,209 miles (+1,125)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    14,209 miles
    Test number
    759103412006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,084 miles (+1,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    13,084 miles
    Test number
    516268911072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass11,809 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    11,809 miles
    Test number
    724609120045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,739 miles (+1,486)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    10,739 miles
    Test number
    452779729024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass9,253 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    9,253 miles
    Test number
    623114628043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    7,746 miles
    Test number
    142002527412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 BRF

Does LL52 BRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL52 BRF is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL52 BRF?
The MOT on LL52 BRF is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL52 BRF done?
LL52 BRF was recorded at 48,582 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 2,174 miles a year.
Has LL52 BRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 BRF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL52 BRF 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 LL52 BRF find?
LL52 BRF passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: heavy corrosion on underside; oil leak on engine.

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