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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 YCGMOT history

LM52 YCG is a blue petrol MINI first used on 23 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 65,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LM52 YCG blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
65,266 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 YCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 YCG was last recorded at 65,266 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 2,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,122 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,144 miles
Average per year
2,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,266 miles
  • 2024 – 63,122 miles
  • 2023 – 57,756 miles
  • 2022 – 53,687 miles
  • 2021 – 45,860 miles
  • 2020 – 43,402 miles
  • 2019 – 42,341 miles
  • 2018 – 40,432 miles
  • 2017 – 38,084 miles
  • 2016 – 35,260 miles
  • 2015 – 32,963 miles
  • 2014 – 31,410 miles
  • 2013 – 30,325 miles
  • 2012 – 28,944 miles
  • 2011 – 27,378 miles
  • 2010 – 24,891 miles
  • 2009 – 22,359 miles
  • 2008 – 21,168 miles
  • 2007 – 20,000 miles
  • 2006 – 19,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,266 miles
  • AdvisoryFUEL CAP SEAL CRACKED
  • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE TREAD ON 3MM
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOIL LIGHT ON DASH (OIL LEVELCORRECT)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front MAIN BEAM SPOT LIGHT NOT WORKING
  • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE TREAD ON 3MM
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,266 miles (+2,144)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    317141308279
    • AdvisoryFUEL CAP SEAL CRACKED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE TREAD ON 3MM
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOIL LIGHT ON DASH (OIL LEVELCORRECT)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front MAIN BEAM SPOT LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE TREAD ON 3MM
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass63,122 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    63,122 miles
    Test number
    381324050310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOIL LIGHT SHOWING ON DASH (OIL LEVEL CORRECT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front MAIN BEAM BULB IN SPOT LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail63,122 miles (+5,366)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,122 miles
    Test number
    422082378394
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front MAIN BEAM BULB IN SPOT LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass57,756 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,756 miles
    Test number
    630690198190
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail57,756 miles (+4,069)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,756 miles
    Test number
    371666578560
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Mudflap loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass53,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    53,687 miles
    Test number
    503302444627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,687 miles (+7,827)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,687 miles
    Test number
    639521977706
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass45,860 miles (+2,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    45,860 miles
    Test number
    392009262117
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass43,402 miles (+1,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,402 miles
    Test number
    962415663967
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass42,341 miles (+1,909)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,341 miles
    Test number
    420005950001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass40,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    40,432 miles
    Test number
    643527287295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,432 miles (+2,348)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,432 miles
    Test number
    955949966338
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass38,084 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    38,084 miles
    Test number
    395925858262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail38,084 miles (+2,824)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,084 miles
    Test number
    190049243684
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear T.C.A Bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear T.C.A Bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass35,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,260 miles
    Test number
    178077643911
    • AdvisoryFront both side fog light glass insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail35,260 miles (+2,297)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,260 miles
    Test number
    193035099425
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported back box clamp (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront both side fog light glass insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass32,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,963 miles
    Test number
    227578892327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,963 miles (+1,553)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,963 miles
    Test number
    979388372842
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

  19. Fail31,410 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,410 miles
    Test number
    698701354311
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass31,410 miles (+1,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    31,410 miles
    Test number
    738581754347
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,325 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    30,325 miles
    Test number
    246088443311
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail30,325 miles (+1,381)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,325 miles
    Test number
    417158043401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass28,944 miles (+1,566)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,944 miles
    Test number
    436849042389
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front fog lamps insecure
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass27,378 miles (+2,487)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,378 miles
    Test number
    315250951324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,891 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,891 miles
    Test number
    570374750336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,359 miles (+1,191)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,359 miles
    Test number
    773303559365
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp lens loose

  27. Pass21,168 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,168 miles
    Test number
    122823358389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,000 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,000 miles
    Test number
    684465867358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,100 miles
    Test number
    461313356064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 YCG

Does LM52 YCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 YCG is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 YCG?
The MOT on LM52 YCG is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 YCG done?
LM52 YCG was recorded at 65,266 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,333 miles a year.
Has LM52 YCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 YCG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 YCG 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 YCG find?
LM52 YCG passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: fuel cap seal cracked; nearside front tyre tread on 3mm; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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