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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 AWYMOT history

LM52 AWY is a silver petrol MINI first used on 2 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 66,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

LM52 AWY silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2026
Mileage
66,677 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 AWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM52 AWY was last recorded at 66,677 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 1,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Sept 2020: 53,336 miles, lower than 57,236 miles on 23 Mar 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
65,058 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,619 miles
Average per year
2,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,677 miles
  • 2025 – 65,058 miles
  • 2024 – 61,652 miles
  • 2021 – 57,700 miles
  • 2020 – 57,337 miles
  • 2019 – 56,171 miles
  • 2018 – 54,494 miles
  • 2017 – 52,694 miles
  • 2015 – 48,706 miles
  • 2014 – 44,317 miles
  • 2013 – 40,022 miles
  • 2012 – 33,890 miles
  • 2011 – 29,316 miles
  • 2010 – 25,657 miles
  • 2009 – 23,864 miles
  • 2008 – 20,628 miles
  • 2007 – 19,220 miles
  • 2006 – 17,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,677 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,677 miles (+1,619)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,677 miles
    Test number
    269124746478
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Pass65,058 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    357506185664
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail65,058 miles (+3,406)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    904766276623
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass61,652 miles (+3,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    61,652 miles
    Test number
    182807314710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass57,700 miles (+363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,700 miles
    Test number
    141933230882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass57,337 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,337 miles
    Test number
    229287357739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,336 miles (-3,900)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,336 miles
    Test number
    991456572358
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail57,236 miles (+1,065)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,236 miles
    Test number
    381239468909
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass56,171 miles (+1,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,171 miles
    Test number
    301647835832
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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. Pass54,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,494 miles
    Test number
    199962288174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,494 miles (+1,800)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,494 miles
    Test number
    108319020613
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  12. Pass52,694 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    52,694 miles
    Test number
    605122148029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,679 miles (+3,973)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,679 miles
    Test number
    773206912911
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated O ring perished (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass48,706 miles (+4,389)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    48,706 miles
    Test number
    848972098988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,317 miles (+4,295)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    567680814342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perrishing
  16. Pass40,022 miles (+6,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,022 miles
    Test number
    507152823344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass33,890 miles (+4,574)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,890 miles
    Test number
    645724932303
    • NoteBoth dip beam images slightly unfocused
  18. Fail29,316 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,316 miles
    Test number
    149776901383
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  19. Pass29,316 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,316 miles
    Test number
    495606001355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,657 miles (+1,793)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    25,657 miles
    Test number
    720000330241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,864 miles
    Test number
    100712729267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,864 miles (+3,236)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,864 miles
    Test number
    303172529211
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  23. Pass20,628 miles (+1,408)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,628 miles
    Test number
    572773138199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,220 miles (+1,448)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,220 miles
    Test number
    972501837198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,772 miles
    Test number
    473537836033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 AWY

Does LM52 AWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 AWY expired on 28 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 AWY?
The MOT on LM52 AWY expired on 28 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 AWY done?
LM52 AWY was recorded at 66,677 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 2,454 miles a year.
Has LM52 AWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 AWY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 AWY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 AWY find?
LM52 AWY failed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: horn not working; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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