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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 HZRMOT history

LM52 HZR is a silver petrol MINI first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LM52 HZR silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,126 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HZR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HZR was last recorded at 96,126 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 636 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,490 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
636 miles
Average per year
4,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,126 miles
  • 2025 – 95,490 miles
  • 2024 – 93,368 miles
  • 2023 – 91,094 miles
  • 2022 – 89,299 miles
  • 2021 – 85,302 miles
  • 2020 – 82,586 miles
  • 2019 – 78,329 miles
  • 2018 – 75,687 miles
  • 2017 – 72,888 miles
  • 2015 – 70,129 miles
  • 2014 – 67,479 miles
  • 2013 – 63,413 miles
  • 2012 – 58,398 miles
  • 2011 – 53,495 miles
  • 2010 – 48,143 miles
  • 2009 – 43,043 miles
  • 2008 – 38,035 miles
  • 2007 – 32,955 miles
  • 2006 – 27,850 miles
  • 2005 – 12,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,126 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,126 miles (+636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,126 miles
    Test number
    851662619222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass95,490 miles (+2,122)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    95,490 miles
    Test number
    792422077158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,368 miles (+2,274)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,368 miles
    Test number
    365826682790
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass91,094 miles (+1,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,094 miles
    Test number
    114901671912
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass89,299 miles (+3,997)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,299 miles
    Test number
    900450073240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass85,302 miles (+2,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,302 miles
    Test number
    848037365262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass82,586 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    82,586 miles
    Test number
    639615315689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,329 miles (+2,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    377790732067
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,687 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,687 miles
    Test number
    691242694665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,888 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    305376292991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,129 miles (+2,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,129 miles
    Test number
    935886063370
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass67,479 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,479 miles
    Test number
    638698654311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,413 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,413 miles
    Test number
    629652863359
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracked nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

  14. Pass63,413 miles (+5,015)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,413 miles
    Test number
    955622763375
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracked nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

  15. Pass58,398 miles (+4,903)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,398 miles
    Test number
    107593762338
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteUneven wear to o/s/f tyre

  16. Pass53,495 miles (+5,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,495 miles
    Test number
    815942361344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass48,143 miles (+5,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,143 miles
    Test number
    482403360350
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass43,043 miles (+5,008)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    424074069495
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear tyer cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass38,035 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,035 miles
    Test number
    531705168303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,955 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,955 miles
    Test number
    533862067312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,850 miles (+15,000)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    27,850 miles
    Test number
    540263066323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,850 miles
    Test number
    242627845352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail12,850 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,850 miles
    Test number
    163107945329
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 HZR

Does LM52 HZR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 HZR is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HZR?
The MOT on LM52 HZR is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 HZR done?
LM52 HZR was recorded at 96,126 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 4,016 miles a year.
Has LM52 HZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HZR has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2013.
Has the mileage on LM52 HZR 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 LM52 HZR find?
LM52 HZR passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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