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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LM52 MFKMOT history

LM52 MFK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 146,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2024.

LM52 MFK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2025
Mileage
146,651 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2024
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 MFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 MFK was last recorded at 146,651 miles on 9 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,651 miles · 5 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,651 miles
  • 2023 – 140,558 miles
  • 2022 – 137,173 miles
  • 2021 – 133,013 miles
  • 2020 – 129,623 miles
  • 2019 – 125,604 miles
  • 2018 – 120,643 miles
  • 2017 – 110,402 miles
  • 2016 – 104,386 miles
  • 2015 – 100,349 miles
  • 2014 – 94,691 miles
  • 2013 – 88,607 miles
  • 2012 – 82,352 miles
  • 2011 – 75,396 miles
  • 2010 – 74,764 miles
  • 2009 – 69,542 miles
  • 2008 – 63,144 miles
  • 2007 – 55,208 miles
  • 2005 – 48,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,651 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,651 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    146,651 miles
    Test number
    816533608828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail146,651 miles (+6,093)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,651 miles
    Test number
    401481253901
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure, clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass140,558 miles (+86)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    140,558 miles
    Test number
    766605084471
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  4. Fail140,472 miles (+3,299)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,472 miles
    Test number
    778938845364
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
  5. Pass137,173 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,173 miles
    Test number
    662658192227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,013 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    133,013 miles
    Test number
    657066567837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,623 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,623 miles
    Test number
    911304812667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,576 miles (+3,972)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,576 miles
    Test number
    306743131044
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack
  9. Pass125,604 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    125,604 miles
    Test number
    456021335021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRUN FLAT TYRES FITTED TO REAR, NON RUN FLATS FITTED TO FRONT
  10. Fail125,603 miles (+4,960)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,603 miles
    Test number
    284897859873
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRUN FLAT TYRES FITTED TO REAR, NON RUN FLATS FITTED TO FRONT
  11. Pass120,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,643 miles
    Test number
    860689822337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail120,643 miles (+10,241)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,643 miles
    Test number
    661140199340
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass110,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,402 miles
    Test number
    817880080583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  14. Fail110,402 miles (+6,016)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,402 miles
    Test number
    955893168815
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  15. Pass104,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,386 miles
    Test number
    203736650633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail104,386 miles (+4,037)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,386 miles
    Test number
    312830922543
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass100,349 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    100,349 miles
    Test number
    117340585075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Fail100,349 miles (+5,658)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,349 miles
    Test number
    296330785050
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass94,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,691 miles
    Test number
    109601784417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail94,691 miles (+6,084)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,691 miles
    Test number
    396701784027
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  21. Pass88,607 miles (+6,255)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,607 miles
    Test number
    139342183460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to rust
  22. Pass82,352 miles (+456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    82,352 miles
    Test number
    965172162003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Fail81,896 miles (+6,500)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,896 miles
    Test number
    108189232042
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass75,396 miles (+632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,396 miles
    Test number
    497928061024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Fail74,764 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,764 miles
    Test number
    162421090410
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly delaminated
  26. Pass74,764 miles (+5,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    74,764 miles
    Test number
    781321890050
    • NoteRear number plate slightly delaminated
  27. Pass69,542 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,542 miles
    Test number
    182019489404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNsf wiper blade split
    • NoteRear number plate has water ingress
    • NoteTopped up engine oil befor test
  28. Fail69,542 miles (+6,398)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,542 miles
    Test number
    183329279444
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNsf wiper blade split
    • NoteRear number plate has water ingress
    • NoteTopped up engine oil befor test
  29. Pass63,144 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    743730888042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Fail63,015 miles (+7,807)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,015 miles
    Test number
    642751478053
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  31. Pass55,208 miles (+7,012)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,208 miles
    Test number
    534634967001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    800930055341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail48,196 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    430600755325
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about LM52 MFK

Does LM52 MFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 MFK expired on 8 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 MFK?
The MOT on LM52 MFK expired on 8 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 MFK done?
LM52 MFK was recorded at 146,651 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2024, an average of 5,304 miles a year.
Has LM52 MFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 MFK has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 MFK 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 MFK find?
LM52 MFK passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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