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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LM52 JUCMOT history

LM52 JUC is a red petrol MINI first used on 19 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 71,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

LM52 JUC red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,689 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JUC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JUC was last recorded at 71,689 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 9,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,248 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,441 miles
Average per year
2,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,689 miles
  • 2025 – 62,248 miles
  • 2024 – 50,365 miles
  • 2023 – 49,648 miles
  • 2022 – 40,997 miles
  • 2021 – 40,352 miles
  • 2020 – 39,934 miles
  • 2019 – 39,671 miles
  • 2018 – 39,595 miles
  • 2017 – 38,658 miles
  • 2016 – 37,134 miles
  • 2015 – 35,860 miles
  • 2014 – 34,519 miles
  • 2013 – 32,483 miles
  • 2012 – 30,510 miles
  • 2011 – 29,452 miles
  • 2010 – 27,439 miles
  • 2009 – 26,388 miles
  • 2008 – 25,348 miles
  • 2007 – 23,682 miles
  • 2006 – 22,335 miles
  • 2005 – 16,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,689 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel is buckled on the inside
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth head light lenses are tarnished , beam patterns are poor
  • AdvisoryOff side front head light bracket is broken

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.

  • Both front brake pipes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • O/s driveshaft seal damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,689 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    691452559312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel is buckled on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth head light lenses are tarnished , beam patterns are poor
    • AdvisoryOff side front head light bracket is broken

  2. Fail71,689 miles (+9,441)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    662795664276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel is buckled on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth head light lenses are tarnished , beam patterns are poor
    • AdvisoryOff side front head light bracket is broken

  3. Pass62,248 miles (+231)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    922585913532
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight aim on limit- lenses need attention
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s driveshaft seal damp

  4. Fail62,017 miles (+11,652)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,017 miles
    Test number
    886583605274
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both lenses poor (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s driveshaft seal damp
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre low on edges- change soon

  5. Pass50,365 miles (+717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    50,365 miles
    Test number
    209724701433
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear disc corroded

  6. Pass49,648 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    49,648 miles
    Test number
    110322252305
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox corroded patch (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner c.v boot clip missing, leaking grease
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  7. Fail49,648 miles (+8,651)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,648 miles
    Test number
    122794745128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox corroded patch (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner c.v boot clip missing, leaking grease
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  8. Pass40,997 miles (+645)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    40,997 miles
    Test number
    514480762942
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are heavily cracking/perished
    • AdvisoryFront washers low on water
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack pipes damp
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside and suspension and brake components corroded

  9. Pass40,352 miles (+418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    564753103697
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass39,934 miles (+263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,934 miles
    Test number
    253795925755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass39,671 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    39,671 miles
    Test number
    536332895583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,595 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    39,595 miles
    Test number
    486152523893
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNoise from steering. Possibly column joints
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail39,595 miles (+937)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,595 miles
    Test number
    514692860014
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNoise from steering. Possibly column joints
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass38,658 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,658 miles
    Test number
    885939052382
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail38,656 miles (+1,522)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,656 miles
    Test number
    869524925116
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid need adjusting (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass37,134 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    473488046402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,860 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,860 miles
    Test number
    750791468070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,519 miles (+2,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    34,519 miles
    Test number
    825506814373
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass32,483 miles (+1,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,483 miles
    Test number
    225917013347
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass30,510 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,510 miles
    Test number
    266290922301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,452 miles (+2,013)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,452 miles
    Test number
    346044831302
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteGrone on steering

  22. Pass27,439 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,439 miles
    Test number
    301813170222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,388 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,388 miles
    Test number
    410147829309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    144817448324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,348 miles (+1,666)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    404913248306
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass23,682 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,682 miles
    Test number
    414258747453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,335 miles (+6,128)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,335 miles
    Test number
    452204026474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail16,207 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,207 miles
    Test number
    284064715386
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  29. Pass16,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    16,207 miles
    Test number
    360674215325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JUC

Does LM52 JUC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 JUC is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JUC?
The MOT on LM52 JUC is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 JUC done?
LM52 JUC was recorded at 71,689 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 2,714 miles a year.
Has LM52 JUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JUC has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 JUC 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 JUC find?
LM52 JUC passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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