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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 JCXMOT history

LM52 JCX is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 14 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

LM52 JCX yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
85,778 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JCX was last recorded at 85,778 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jan 2012: 34,509 miles, lower than 39,396 miles on 2 Feb 2011.

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
85,762 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,778 miles
  • 2023 – 84,273 miles
  • 2022 – 78,397 miles
  • 2020 – 78,006 miles
  • 2019 – 74,861 miles
  • 2018 – 70,086 miles
  • 2017 – 65,998 miles
  • 2016 – 61,413 miles
  • 2015 – 56,107 miles
  • 2014 – 46,290 miles
  • 2013 – 36,548 miles
  • 2012 – 34,509 miles
  • 2011 – 39,396 miles
  • 2010 – 28,372 miles
  • 2009 – 25,438 miles
  • 2008 – 23,569 miles
  • 2007 – 20,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,778 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both trailing arms. Including attachment brackets. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,778 miles (+16)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,778 miles
    Test number
    945915485879
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both trailing arms. Including attachment brackets. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail85,762 miles (+1,489)6 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,762 miles
    Test number
    131637172038
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both trailing arms. Including attachment brackets. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass84,273 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,273 miles
    Test number
    427409388474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail84,273 miles (+5,876)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,273 miles
    Test number
    339542644767
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass78,397 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,397 miles
    Test number
    488589952918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Fail78,395 miles (+389)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,395 miles
    Test number
    166179479945
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass78,006 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    465505953381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuelm cap seal slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch trim missing.

  8. Fail78,006 miles (+3,145)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    984551762814
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuelm cap seal slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch trim missing.

  9. Pass74,861 miles (+4,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,861 miles
    Test number
    292983893252
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch trim missing

  10. Pass70,086 miles (+4,088)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,086 miles
    Test number
    888759021840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,998 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,998 miles
    Test number
    447284870916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,413 miles
    Test number
    919927524521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,413 miles (+5,306)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,413 miles
    Test number
    673127746586
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass56,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,107 miles
    Test number
    577917715113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,102 miles (+9,812)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,102 miles
    Test number
    868587415143
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass46,290 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,290 miles
    Test number
    387352314150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust in a poor condition

  17. Fail46,290 miles (+9,742)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,290 miles
    Test number
    907762314104
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust in a poor condition

  18. Pass36,548 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,548 miles
    Test number
    738612413159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,509 miles (-4,887)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,509 miles
    Test number
    415101732046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePassenger air bag light illuminated

  20. Pass39,396 miles (+11,024)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,396 miles
    Test number
    159223531054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,372 miles (+2,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,372 miles
    Test number
    534577820029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass25,438 miles (+1,869)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,438 miles
    Test number
    150107909422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,569 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    23,569 miles
    Test number
    511711118097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,955 miles
    Test number
    944571617024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JCX

Does LM52 JCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 JCX expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JCX?
The MOT on LM52 JCX expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 JCX done?
LM52 JCX was recorded at 85,778 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 3,456 miles a year.
Has LM52 JCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JCX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 JCX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 JCX find?
LM52 JCX passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 14 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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