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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LM52 JXAMOT history

LM52 JXA is a grey petrol MINI first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 99,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

LM52 JXA grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
99,159 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JXA was last recorded at 99,159 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 3,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,614 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,545 miles
Average per year
3,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,159 miles
  • 2025 – 95,614 miles
  • 2024 – 91,989 miles
  • 2023 – 89,205 miles
  • 2022 – 85,476 miles
  • 2021 – 84,655 miles
  • 2020 – 82,938 miles
  • 2019 – 82,279 miles
  • 2018 – 80,980 miles
  • 2016 – 80,738 miles
  • 2015 – 79,740 miles
  • 2013 – 77,713 miles
  • 2012 – 75,741 miles
  • 2011 – 73,373 miles
  • 2010 – 65,325 miles
  • 2008 – 38,607 miles
  • 2007 – 30,420 miles
  • 2006 – 23,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,159 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,159 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    99,159 miles
    Test number
    243816267159
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,115 miles (+3,501)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,115 miles
    Test number
    926292287230
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,614 miles (+3,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,614 miles
    Test number
    121479261203
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a slight blow, passed emmissions
    • AdvisoryUndertray, engine bay

  4. Pass91,989 miles (+2,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,989 miles
    Test number
    746483990255
    • AdvisoryEngine bay undertray fitted

  5. Pass89,205 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    296949815575
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail89,204 miles (+3,728)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,204 miles
    Test number
    570914334871
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass85,476 miles (+821)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,476 miles
    Test number
    994638428287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,655 miles (+889)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,655 miles
    Test number
    233574550880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,766 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,766 miles
    Test number
    746803324386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,938 miles (+659)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,938 miles
    Test number
    462559775022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,279 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,279 miles
    Test number
    298629145402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,980 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,980 miles
    Test number
    805066021297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,738 miles
    Test number
    118778391724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,738 miles (+998)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,738 miles
    Test number
    141851031815
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass79,740 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,740 miles
    Test number
    109819105051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,727 miles (+2,014)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,727 miles
    Test number
    377165905081
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass77,713 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    77,713 miles
    Test number
    339838143363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  18. Fail77,672 miles (+1,931)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,672 miles
    Test number
    428091343459
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Pass75,741 miles (+2,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,741 miles
    Test number
    876369252390
    • NoteSlight movement in offside lower suspension bush.

  20. Pass73,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    73,373 miles
    Test number
    158711261307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail73,373 miles (+8,048)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,373 miles
    Test number
    668471561361
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass65,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,325 miles
    Test number
    130001760318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail65,325 miles (+16,420)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,325 miles
    Test number
    661001160353
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass48,905 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,905 miles
    Test number
    494286400098
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail48,905 miles (+10,298)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,905 miles
    Test number
    970314400068
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass38,607 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,607 miles
    Test number
    883212148180
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split

  27. Fail38,607 miles (+8,187)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,607 miles
    Test number
    982448738113
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split

  28. Pass30,420 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,420 miles
    Test number
    411043647192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail30,418 miles (+6,645)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,418 miles
    Test number
    411815537117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass23,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,773 miles
    Test number
    192679436182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JXA

Does LM52 JXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 JXA is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JXA?
The MOT on LM52 JXA is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 JXA done?
LM52 JXA was recorded at 99,159 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 3,754 miles a year.
Has LM52 JXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JXA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 JXA 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 JXA find?
LM52 JXA passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam, and 1 more.

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