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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 JWZMOT history

LM52 JWZ is a red petrol MINI first used on 27 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2025.

LM52 JWZ red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2026
Mileage
100,719 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JWZ was last recorded at 100,719 miles on 17 Jan 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,717 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,719 miles
  • 2023 – 99,814 miles
  • 2022 – 97,392 miles
  • 2021 – 90,993 miles
  • 2020 – 84,905 miles
  • 2019 – 80,061 miles
  • 2018 – 73,203 miles
  • 2017 – 66,369 miles
  • 2016 – 62,188 miles
  • 2015 – 58,259 miles
  • 2014 – 54,279 miles
  • 2010 – 51,197 miles
  • 2009 – 45,442 miles
  • 2008 – 40,569 miles
  • 2007 – 35,899 miles
  • 2006 – 28,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,719 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,719 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,719 miles
    Test number
    994050134540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail100,717 miles (+903)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,717 miles
    Test number
    552492603655
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass99,814 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,814 miles
    Test number
    398820509925
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,812 miles (+2,420)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,812 miles
    Test number
    841088733226
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure support bracket and mounting broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid nearside and offside (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,392 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,392 miles
    Test number
    271607739530
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail97,392 miles (+6,399)2 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,392 miles
    Test number
    167876496806
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass90,993 miles (+6,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    90,993 miles
    Test number
    814837756546
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass84,905 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,905 miles
    Test number
    356947384201
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail84,905 miles (+4,844)1 major1 repaired17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,905 miles
    Test number
    519636748418
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass80,061 miles (+6,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,061 miles
    Test number
    655884154365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 90% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust poor condition!!

  11. Pass73,203 miles (+6,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    73,203 miles
    Test number
    327652696497
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass66,369 miles (+4,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,369 miles
    Test number
    727792522159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass62,188 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,188 miles
    Test number
    239309409647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,185 miles (+3,926)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    198732040464
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump niose

  15. Pass58,259 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,259 miles
    Test number
    637779115125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,194 miles (+3,915)4 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,194 miles
    Test number
    569533915178
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePower steering pump noisy

  17. Pass54,279 miles (+3,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,279 miles
    Test number
    999947314012
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail51,197 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,197 miles
    Test number
    401757350006
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  19. Pass51,197 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,197 miles
    Test number
    824677150011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,442 miles (+4,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,442 miles
    Test number
    714557959042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass40,569 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,569 miles
    Test number
    183383468064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail40,569 miles (+4,670)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,569 miles
    Test number
    323403368095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass35,899 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,899 miles
    Test number
    524685067085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,882 miles (+7,433)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,882 miles
    Test number
    573944467014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass28,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    28,449 miles
    Test number
    763339156023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JWZ

Does LM52 JWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 JWZ expired on 16 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JWZ?
The MOT on LM52 JWZ expired on 16 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 JWZ done?
LM52 JWZ was recorded at 100,719 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2025, an average of 3,827 miles a year.
Has LM52 JWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JWZ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 JWZ 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 JWZ find?
LM52 JWZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2025 with 5 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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