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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 VRTMOT history

LM52 VRT is a red petrol MINI first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 67,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

LM52 VRT red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
67,433 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 VRT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 VRT was last recorded at 67,433 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,406 miles · 9 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
2,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,433 miles
  • 2024 – 67,406 miles
  • 2023 – 66,329 miles
  • 2022 – 62,295 miles
  • 2021 – 55,161 miles
  • 2020 – 54,844 miles
  • 2019 – 54,427 miles
  • 2018 – 53,066 miles
  • 2017 – 52,763 miles
  • 2016 – 51,612 miles
  • 2015 – 49,324 miles
  • 2014 – 46,376 miles
  • 2013 – 43,028 miles
  • 2012 – 39,545 miles
  • 2011 – 35,791 miles
  • 2010 – 31,704 miles
  • 2009 – 28,491 miles
  • 2008 – 25,043 miles
  • 2007 – 21,276 miles
  • 2006 – 16,461 miles
  • 2005 – 10,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,433 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,433 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    67,433 miles
    Test number
    445324312899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass67,406 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,406 miles
    Test number
    600978678957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass66,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    66,329 miles
    Test number
    193478105149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,329 miles (+4,034)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,329 miles
    Test number
    607663021443
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass62,295 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    62,295 miles
    Test number
    981318289881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,161 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    55,161 miles
    Test number
    597278249425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,844 miles (+417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    54,844 miles
    Test number
    610967644131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass54,427 miles (+1,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,427 miles
    Test number
    218427389279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass53,066 miles (+303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,066 miles
    Test number
    467685249207
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass52,763 miles (+1,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,763 miles
    Test number
    516629572168
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass51,612 miles (+2,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,612 miles
    Test number
    512888163547
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass49,324 miles (+2,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    49,324 miles
    Test number
    599866061651
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass46,376 miles (+3,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,376 miles
    Test number
    485798934476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass43,028 miles (+3,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,028 miles
    Test number
    636709933330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass39,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,545 miles
    Test number
    135423332356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,545 miles (+3,754)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,545 miles
    Test number
    865923832312
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass35,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    35,791 miles
    Test number
    457950741440
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  18. Fail35,791 miles (+4,087)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,791 miles
    Test number
    225820741355
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  19. Pass31,704 miles (+3,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,704 miles
    Test number
    824406730367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass28,491 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,491 miles
    Test number
    243197739379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,043 miles (+3,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,043 miles
    Test number
    671409138306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass21,276 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    21,276 miles
    Test number
    130907537366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,461 miles (+5,834)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,461 miles
    Test number
    370578236306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    10,627 miles
    Test number
    383917905342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail10,627 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,627 miles
    Test number
    331657605358
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LM52 VRT

Does LM52 VRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 VRT is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 VRT?
The MOT on LM52 VRT is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 VRT done?
LM52 VRT was recorded at 67,433 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 2,786 miles a year.
Has LM52 VRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 VRT has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 VRT 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 VRT find?
LM52 VRT passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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