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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LM52 JXKMOT history

LM52 JXK is a red petrol MINI first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 111,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

LM52 JXK red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
111,398 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JXK was last recorded at 111,398 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 3,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,839 miles · 29 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,559 miles
Average per year
4,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,398 miles
  • 2024 – 107,839 miles
  • 2023 – 102,845 miles
  • 2022 – 99,633 miles
  • 2021 – 95,632 miles
  • 2020 – 91,949 miles
  • 2019 – 88,616 miles
  • 2018 – 82,147 miles
  • 2017 – 78,844 miles
  • 2016 – 77,246 miles
  • 2015 – 74,596 miles
  • 2014 – 70,795 miles
  • 2013 – 67,589 miles
  • 2012 – 64,337 miles
  • 2011 – 61,850 miles
  • 2010 – 58,908 miles
  • 2009 – 54,658 miles
  • 2008 – 48,194 miles
  • 2007 – 40,504 miles
  • 2006 – 28,086 miles
  • 2005 – 18,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,398 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,398 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,398 miles
    Test number
    729928613236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail111,398 miles (+3,559)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,398 miles
    Test number
    313290739313
    • 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 Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,839 miles
    Test number
    399695868670
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail107,839 miles (+4,994)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,839 miles
    Test number
    987221333332
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass102,845 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,845 miles
    Test number
    393787786596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,633 miles (+4,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    270043088721
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,632 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,632 miles
    Test number
    989792633316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,949 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,949 miles
    Test number
    111522024435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,616 miles (+6,469)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,616 miles
    Test number
    576519782859
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass82,147 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,147 miles
    Test number
    926418508205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,604 miles (+2,760)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,604 miles
    Test number
    676451745870
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass78,844 miles (+1,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,844 miles
    Test number
    510544070923
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass77,246 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,246 miles
    Test number
    231116699316
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded

  14. Fail77,246 miles (+35)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,246 miles
    Test number
    265596641680
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded

  15. Fail77,211 miles (+2,615)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,211 miles
    Test number
    197944449773
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to rear box leaking (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass74,596 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,596 miles
    Test number
    489275248193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heavily corroded

  17. Fail74,596 miles (+17)5 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,596 miles
    Test number
    819250196865
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heavily corroded

  18. Fail74,579 miles (+3,784)2 failures3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,579 miles
    Test number
    185295393366
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre heavily worn on outer edge

  19. Pass70,795 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,795 miles
    Test number
    346162644431
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip worn and split
    • NoteExhaust backbox in poor condition
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber perished
    • NoteOil around power steering pipe

  20. Fail70,795 miles (+3,206)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,795 miles
    Test number
    515962044235
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip worn and split
    • NoteExhaust backbox in poor condition
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber perished
    • NoteOil around power steering pipe

  21. Fail67,589 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,589 miles
    Test number
    696625743251
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass67,589 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,589 miles
    Test number
    867285243278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,337 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    395501422380
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCut in nearside front outer sidewall of tyre

  24. Fail64,337 miles (+2,487)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    499098412387
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCut in nearside front outer sidewall of tyre

  25. Pass61,850 miles (+2,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,850 miles
    Test number
    695376041351
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail58,908 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    652202840388
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass58,908 miles (+4,250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    821082240393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail54,658 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,658 miles
    Test number
    552226739335
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  29. Pass54,658 miles (+6,464)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,658 miles
    Test number
    650496839358
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  30. Pass48,194 miles (+7,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,194 miles
    Test number
    441215228438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass40,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,504 miles
    Test number
    463556547452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail40,501 miles (+12,415)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,501 miles
    Test number
    174436547326
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth N/S/R & O/S/R Tyres have feathered edges

  33. Pass28,086 miles (+9,981)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,086 miles
    Test number
    193077846355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass18,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    18,105 miles
    Test number
    422119135394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JXK

Does LM52 JXK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 JXK expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JXK?
The MOT on LM52 JXK expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 JXK done?
LM52 JXK was recorded at 111,398 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 4,692 miles a year.
Has LM52 JXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JXK has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 JXK 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 JXK find?
LM52 JXK passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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