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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 JXJMOT history

LM52 JXJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2025.

LM52 JXJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2026
Mileage
105,486 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JXJ was last recorded at 105,486 miles on 5 Apr 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,485 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,486 miles
  • 2024 – 105,130 miles
  • 2022 – 98,533 miles
  • 2020 – 92,170 miles
  • 2019 – 86,526 miles
  • 2018 – 80,042 miles
  • 2017 – 76,531 miles
  • 2016 – 72,829 miles
  • 2015 – 68,581 miles
  • 2014 – 64,162 miles
  • 2013 – 60,053 miles
  • 2012 – 56,111 miles
  • 2011 – 52,764 miles
  • 2010 – 52,742 miles
  • 2009 – 46,520 miles
  • 2008 – 40,195 miles
  • 2007 – 31,572 miles
  • 2006 – 20,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,486 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,486 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,486 miles
    Test number
    731757826992
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail105,485 miles (+355)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    416967373648
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective o ring cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury plastic arch missing exposing threaded studs to the exterior (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded steel beneath clip to chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded area beneath clip to chassis is corroded and thin (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass105,130 miles (+24)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,130 miles
    Test number
    146440321256
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail105,106 miles (+12)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,106 miles
    Test number
    582374766910
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail105,094 miles (+6,561)2 major2 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,094 miles
    Test number
    475387707873
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective STARTING TO SMEAR (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear REAR BEAM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH LOWER ARM REAR BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage FROM RACK TO RESOVIOR (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear WHEEL ARCH DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower LAMP UNIT LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR INNER SILLS AND CHASSIS RAILS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH TRAILING ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear TANK STRAPS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH UPPER (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass98,533 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,533 miles
    Test number
    157957383640
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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. Fail98,533 miles (+6,363)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,533 miles
    Test number
    789909070533
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass92,170 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,170 miles
    Test number
    143235003188
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to body

  9. Fail92,169 miles (+5,643)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,169 miles
    Test number
    101293438807
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to body

  10. Pass86,526 miles (+6,484)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,526 miles
    Test number
    710813479035
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass80,042 miles (+3,511)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,042 miles
    Test number
    966936568181
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass76,531 miles (+3,702)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,531 miles
    Test number
    767929987479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    575728307530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,829 miles (+4,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    199824334793
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass68,581 miles (+24)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,581 miles
    Test number
    346417005060
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on legal wear limit on inner edge

  16. Fail68,557 miles (+4,395)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,557 miles
    Test number
    276545205028
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on legal wear limit on inner edge

  17. Pass64,162 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,162 miles
    Test number
    768504104063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,140 miles (+4,087)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    717442404061
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass60,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,053 miles
    Test number
    766715703057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail60,053 miles (+3,942)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,053 miles
    Test number
    367724603071
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass56,111 miles (+3,347)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    56,111 miles
    Test number
    919874102050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  22. Pass52,764 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,764 miles
    Test number
    499474801088
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail52,742 miles (+6,222)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,742 miles
    Test number
    402035460495
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass46,520 miles (+6,325)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,520 miles
    Test number
    711342729329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,195 miles
    Test number
    292246818345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,195 miles (+8,623)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,195 miles
    Test number
    994856618318
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass31,572 miles (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    31,572 miles
    Test number
    801021247308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,078 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,078 miles
    Test number
    781858007042
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass26,078 miles (+5,453)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,078 miles
    Test number
    793798407066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,625 miles
    Test number
    801044716085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JXJ

Does LM52 JXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 JXJ expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JXJ?
The MOT on LM52 JXJ expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 JXJ done?
LM52 JXJ was recorded at 105,486 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2025, an average of 4,415 miles a year.
Has LM52 JXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JXJ has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 JXJ 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 JXJ find?
LM52 JXJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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