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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 MFFMOT history

LM52 MFF is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 74,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

LM52 MFF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
74,244 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 MFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 MFF was last recorded at 74,244 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 15,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,098 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
15,146 miles
Average per year
3,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,244 miles
  • 2024 – 59,098 miles
  • 2023 – 50,243 miles
  • 2022 – 42,532 miles
  • 2021 – 38,325 miles
  • 2020 – 34,056 miles
  • 2018 – 30,380 miles
  • 2017 – 29,902 miles
  • 2016 – 29,040 miles
  • 2015 – 27,659 miles
  • 2014 – 26,447 miles
  • 2013 – 25,264 miles
  • 2012 – 24,245 miles
  • 2011 – 23,372 miles
  • 2010 – 21,943 miles
  • 2009 – 21,185 miles
  • 2008 – 20,428 miles
  • 2007 – 19,201 miles
  • 2006 – 14,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,244 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone Holder, Air Freshener
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,244 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    74,244 miles
    Test number
    166666714942
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone Holder, Air Freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail74,244 miles (+15,146)5 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,244 miles
    Test number
    921728358302
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone Holder, Air Freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass59,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    59,098 miles
    Test number
    405694221742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,096 miles (+8,853)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,096 miles
    Test number
    969996846279
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass50,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    50,243 miles
    Test number
    173751673129
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail50,243 miles (+7,711)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,243 miles
    Test number
    700502608194
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass42,532 miles (+4,207)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    42,532 miles
    Test number
    137139426918
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated

  8. Pass38,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    38,325 miles
    Test number
    216025682653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but servicable.

  9. Fail38,324 miles (+1,927)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,324 miles
    Test number
    422163843407
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded but servicable.

  10. Pass36,397 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    36,397 miles
    Test number
    160745273919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,056 miles (+3,676)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,056 miles
    Test number
    240366557316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,380 miles (+478)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    30,380 miles
    Test number
    785315246320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass29,902 miles (+862)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    29,902 miles
    Test number
    176988508022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,040 miles (+1,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    29,040 miles
    Test number
    632733930453
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass27,659 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    27,659 miles
    Test number
    287638805339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,447 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    26,447 miles
    Test number
    515339644372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,264 miles (+1,019)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    25,264 miles
    Test number
    789916743367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,245 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,245 miles
    Test number
    585693152356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,372 miles
    Test number
    717389241369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,372 miles (+569)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,372 miles
    Test number
    987809341362
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass22,803 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,803 miles
    Test number
    155407601076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,943 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    21,943 miles
    Test number
    770625200065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,185 miles
    Test number
    932562609013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,185 miles (+757)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,185 miles
    Test number
    621402109092
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass20,428 miles (+1,227)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,428 miles
    Test number
    574877008015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,201 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,201 miles
    Test number
    274760817002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    14,597 miles
    Test number
    914992716084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 MFF

Does LM52 MFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 MFF is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 MFF?
The MOT on LM52 MFF is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 MFF done?
LM52 MFF was recorded at 74,244 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 3,003 miles a year.
Has LM52 MFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 MFF has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 MFF 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 MFF find?
LM52 MFF passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder, air freshener; nearside front upper macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber split; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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