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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 NKJMOT history

LM52 NKJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 6 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 98,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

LM52 NKJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2026
Mileage
98,706 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 NKJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 NKJ was last recorded at 98,706 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,341 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
365 miles
Average per year
4,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,706 miles
  • 2024 – 86,833 miles
  • 2023 – 77,757 miles
  • 2021 – 73,549 miles
  • 2020 – 68,150 miles
  • 2019 – 61,949 miles
  • 2018 – 54,683 miles
  • 2017 – 49,490 miles
  • 2016 – 48,726 miles
  • 2015 – 34,882 miles
  • 2014 – 30,030 miles
  • 2013 – 29,378 miles
  • 2012 – 28,224 miles
  • 2011 – 26,979 miles
  • 2010 – 22,665 miles
  • 2008 – 19,947 miles
  • 2006 – 16,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,706 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,706 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    232739146580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,341 miles (+11,508)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,341 miles
    Test number
    857546992078
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,833 miles (+9,076)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    86,833 miles
    Test number
    395521172672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,757 miles (+4,208)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,757 miles
    Test number
    786915502124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,549 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,549 miles
    Test number
    471190148487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass68,150 miles (+6,201)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    68,150 miles
    Test number
    962514843123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,949 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    714599455038
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail61,949 miles (+7,266)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    699730194927
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass54,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,683 miles
    Test number
    806643928068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,683 miles (+5,193)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,683 miles
    Test number
    996651221588
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass49,490 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,490 miles
    Test number
    986715136598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    316681493067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,726 miles (+13,844)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    111797024121
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail34,882 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,882 miles
    Test number
    166366845119
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass34,882 miles (+4,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,882 miles
    Test number
    778606645157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass30,030 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    797276454108
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly corroded

  17. Fail30,030 miles (+652)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    817034654181
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteEmmision not tested
    • NoteIncorrect Battery fitted

  18. Pass29,378 miles (+1,154)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,378 miles
    Test number
    978092123162
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass28,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,224 miles
    Test number
    978518812106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,223 miles (+1,244)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,223 miles
    Test number
    398768112142
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass26,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,979 miles
    Test number
    825926221171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,979 miles (+4,314)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,979 miles
    Test number
    948206321153
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass22,665 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    22,665 miles
    Test number
    693414110175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,947 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,947 miles
    Test number
    694844828131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,310 miles
    Test number
    992772996259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,310 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,310 miles
    Test number
    361742796267
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Questions about LM52 NKJ

Does LM52 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 NKJ expired on 24 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 NKJ?
The MOT on LM52 NKJ expired on 24 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 NKJ done?
LM52 NKJ was recorded at 98,706 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 4,450 miles a year.
Has LM52 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 NKJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 NKJ 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 NKJ find?
LM52 NKJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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