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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 XEZMOT history

LM52 XEZ is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

LM52 XEZ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
94,678 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XEZ
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 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XEZ was last recorded at 94,678 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,655 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,678 miles
  • 2025 – 93,876 miles
  • 2024 – 93,305 miles
  • 2023 – 92,474 miles
  • 2022 – 91,815 miles
  • 2021 – 90,630 miles
  • 2020 – 89,813 miles
  • 2019 – 88,406 miles
  • 2018 – 87,419 miles
  • 2017 – 86,115 miles
  • 2016 – 81,245 miles
  • 2015 – 74,660 miles
  • 2014 – 65,347 miles
  • 2013 – 57,326 miles
  • 2012 – 48,574 miles
  • 2011 – 40,535 miles
  • 2010 – 30,602 miles
  • 2009 – 27,360 miles
  • 2008 – 24,918 miles
  • 2007 – 21,217 miles
  • 2006 – 17,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,678 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Front brake pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,678 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    94,678 miles
    Test number
    525784094257
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,655 miles (+779)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,655 miles
    Test number
    762791203528
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,876 miles (+571)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,876 miles
    Test number
    841156957158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,305 miles (+831)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,305 miles
    Test number
    488400217404
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,474 miles (+659)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,474 miles
    Test number
    922626849352
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs weak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort low.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak.

  6. Pass91,815 miles (+1,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,815 miles
    Test number
    694241533687
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame & lower arms corroded.

  7. Pass90,630 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,630 miles
    Test number
    615287791255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,813 miles
    Test number
    353545192205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,813 miles (+1,407)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,813 miles
    Test number
    141280228916
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass88,406 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,406 miles
    Test number
    406434724448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,419 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    87,419 miles
    Test number
    470869249289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,115 miles (+4,870)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,115 miles
    Test number
    260781174248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,245 miles (+6,585)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,245 miles
    Test number
    903741269236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,660 miles (+9,313)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,660 miles
    Test number
    245898555081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,347 miles (+8,021)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,347 miles
    Test number
    645733944009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteHubcaps fitted

  16. Fail57,326 miles4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    539473453043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass57,326 miles (+8,752)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    645253853005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass48,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,574 miles
    Test number
    359324752002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,574 miles (+8,039)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,574 miles
    Test number
    456594052015
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass40,535 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,535 miles
    Test number
    595255351037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,530 miles (+9,928)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,530 miles
    Test number
    499964151057
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass30,602 miles (+3,242)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,602 miles
    Test number
    183595750490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,360 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,360 miles
    Test number
    742195959070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,918 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,918 miles
    Test number
    464147558062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,217 miles (+3,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,217 miles
    Test number
    792277247087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass17,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,315 miles
    Test number
    660064856038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XEZ

Does LM52 XEZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 XEZ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XEZ?
The MOT on LM52 XEZ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 XEZ done?
LM52 XEZ was recorded at 94,678 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 3,871 miles a year.
Has LM52 XEZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XEZ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 XEZ 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 XEZ find?
LM52 XEZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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