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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LL52 HGZMOT history

LL52 HGZ is a black petrol MINI first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

LL52 HGZ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2023
Mileage
140,437 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 HGZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL52 HGZ was last recorded at 140,437 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 8,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,407 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
8,030 miles
Average per year
6,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,437 miles
  • 2022 – 132,407 miles
  • 2021 – 129,327 miles
  • 2020 – 125,280 miles
  • 2019 – 120,744 miles
  • 2018 – 115,398 miles
  • 2017 – 110,181 miles
  • 2016 – 103,857 miles
  • 2015 – 97,424 miles
  • 2014 – 91,276 miles
  • 2013 – 84,777 miles
  • 2012 – 79,445 miles
  • 2011 – 73,710 miles
  • 2010 – 64,967 miles
  • 2009 – 59,547 miles
  • 2008 – 53,172 miles
  • 2007 – 40,134 miles
  • 2006 – 29,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,437 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres as fat spot
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,437 miles (+8,030)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,437 miles
    Test number
    397954084287
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres as fat spot
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass132,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    132,407 miles
    Test number
    360236348692
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail132,407 miles (+3,080)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,407 miles
    Test number
    253994823720
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass129,327 miles (+4,047)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,327 miles
    Test number
    139761215083
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass125,280 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,280 miles
    Test number
    666600575294
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail125,280 miles (+4,536)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,280 miles
    Test number
    703513988934
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,744 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,744 miles
    Test number
    636567223059
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  8. Fail120,744 miles (+5,346)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,744 miles
    Test number
    858183615531
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  9. Pass115,398 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    115,398 miles
    Test number
    302833744505
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • 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))

  10. Fail115,398 miles (+5,217)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,398 miles
    Test number
    869969167779
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • 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))

  11. Pass110,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    110,181 miles
    Test number
    225708359713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,181 miles (+6,324)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,181 miles
    Test number
    513377580061
    • FailureWheel nut(s) missing All 4 wheels (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass103,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    896506182285
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  14. Fail103,857 miles (+6,433)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    650709895557
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  15. Pass97,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,424 miles
    Test number
    678781535059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail97,424 miles (+6,148)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,424 miles
    Test number
    837101135014
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass91,276 miles (+6,499)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    91,276 miles
    Test number
    587526844063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,777 miles (+5,332)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,777 miles
    Test number
    105053433466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,445 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,445 miles
    Test number
    849925742088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail79,445 miles (+5,735)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,445 miles
    Test number
    855065142042
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass73,710 miles (+8,743)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,710 miles
    Test number
    586792751037
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass64,967 miles (+5,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,967 miles
    Test number
    134801340055
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass59,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,547 miles
    Test number
    544117159041
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail59,547 miles (+6,375)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,547 miles
    Test number
    130396259024
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail53,172 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,172 miles
    Test number
    790168248252
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  26. Pass53,172 miles (+13,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,172 miles
    Test number
    824958048293
    • 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)

  27. Fail40,134 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,134 miles
    Test number
    154303747299
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  28. Pass40,134 miles (+10,334)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,134 miles
    Test number
    172093947264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    29,800 miles
    Test number
    162998746222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 HGZ

Does LL52 HGZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL52 HGZ expired on 4 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL52 HGZ?
The MOT on LL52 HGZ expired on 4 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL52 HGZ done?
LL52 HGZ was recorded at 140,437 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 6,584 miles a year.
Has LL52 HGZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 HGZ has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LL52 HGZ 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 HGZ find?
LL52 HGZ failed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front side repeater not working; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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