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Yellow · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LM52 HGXMOT history

LM52 HGX is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 91,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2024.

LM52 HGX yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2025
Mileage
91,056 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HGX was last recorded at 91,056 miles on 20 Feb 2024, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Apr 2014: 66,504 miles, lower than 67,648 miles on 10 Apr 2013.

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
91,009 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
3,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,056 miles
  • 2023 – 85,892 miles
  • 2022 – 82,492 miles
  • 2021 – 79,755 miles
  • 2020 – 77,744 miles
  • 2018 – 74,221 miles
  • 2017 – 72,965 miles
  • 2016 – 71,929 miles
  • 2015 – 70,819 miles
  • 2014 – 66,504 miles
  • 2013 – 67,648 miles
  • 2012 – 57,960 miles
  • 2011 – 55,561 miles
  • 2010 – 51,151 miles
  • 2009 – 42,452 miles
  • 2008 – 34,063 miles
  • 2007 – 26,560 miles
  • 2006 – 20,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,056 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • O/S NO PLATE LAMP COVER MISSING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,056 miles (+47)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,056 miles
    Test number
    707616712843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail91,009 miles (+5,117)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,009 miles
    Test number
    753764128126
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  3. Pass85,892 miles (+3,400)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    752329803762
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,492 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,492 miles
    Test number
    944130515604
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail82,492 miles (+2,737)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,492 miles
    Test number
    547924849150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,755 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,755 miles
    Test number
    704579707309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail79,722 miles (+1,978)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,722 miles
    Test number
    563019573580
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability marked yellow (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,744 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    560553482169
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail77,744 miles (+3,523)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    964603519551
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass74,221 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    74,221 miles
    Test number
    318571906808
    • AdvisoryBRAKE DISC SURFACES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryO/S NO PLATE LAMP COVER MISSING
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST MOUNTINGS PERISHED

  11. Fail74,221 miles (+1,256)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,221 miles
    Test number
    574760005682
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE DISC SURFACES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryO/S NO PLATE LAMP COVER MISSING
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST MOUNTINGS PERISHED

  12. Pass72,965 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,965 miles
    Test number
    529062264699
    • AdvisoryFUEL CAP SEAL PERISHING
    • AdvisoryO/S NO PLATE LAMP COVER MISSING
    • AdvisoryOUTER OF N/S FRONT WHEEL RIM DAMAGED

  13. Fail72,965 miles (+1,036)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,965 miles
    Test number
    613650016752
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER WALL (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER WALL (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRE INNER EDGES LOW
    • AdvisoryFUEL CAP SEAL PERISHING
    • AdvisoryO/S NO PLATE LAMP COVER MISSING
    • AdvisoryOUTER OF N/S FRONT WHEEL RIM DAMAGED

  14. Pass71,929 miles (+1,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    700998722493
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRE INNER EDGES GETTING LOW

  15. Pass70,819 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,819 miles
    Test number
    154906734548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,818 miles (+2,306)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,818 miles
    Test number
    280816220243
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded into o/s front brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear inner wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass68,512 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,512 miles
    Test number
    306574705195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,504 miles (-1,144)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,504 miles
    Test number
    978314214179
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  19. Pass67,648 miles (+9,688)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,648 miles
    Test number
    236140403164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,960 miles (+2,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,960 miles
    Test number
    125710592457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass55,561 miles (+4,410)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    308835491063
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish

  22. Pass51,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,151 miles
    Test number
    660552110109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,151 miles (+8,699)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,151 miles
    Test number
    884142310122
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass42,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,452 miles
    Test number
    282956909129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,452 miles (+8,389)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,452 miles
    Test number
    762086309180
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass34,063 miles (+7,503)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,063 miles
    Test number
    713568608132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN.

  27. Pass26,560 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,560 miles
    Test number
    351564717142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,886 miles
    Test number
    264538416144
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LM52 HGX

Does LM52 HGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 HGX expired on 19 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HGX?
The MOT on LM52 HGX expired on 19 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 HGX done?
LM52 HGX was recorded at 91,056 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2024, an average of 3,937 miles a year.
Has LM52 HGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HGX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 HGX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 HGX find?
LM52 HGX passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush, and 2 more.

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