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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 YXDMOT history

LM52 YXD is a green petrol MINI first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 73,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

LM52 YXD green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
73,328 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 YXD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 YXD was last recorded at 73,328 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 4,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Nov 2013: 3,883 miles, lower than 38,833 miles on 11 Nov 2013.
  • 24 Nov 2018: 12,825 miles, lower than 52,540 miles on 23 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,155 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,173 miles
Average per year
3,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,328 miles
  • 2024 – 69,155 miles
  • 2023 – 65,956 miles
  • 2022 – 63,634 miles
  • 2021 – 61,868 miles
  • 2020 – 60,199 miles
  • 2019 – 59,287 miles
  • 2018 – 12,825 miles
  • 2017 – 52,540 miles
  • 2016 – 50,538 miles
  • 2015 – 46,534 miles
  • 2014 – 42,288 miles
  • 2013 – 3,883 miles
  • 2012 – 34,856 miles
  • 2011 – 30,881 miles
  • 2010 – 28,404 miles
  • 2009 – 25,953 miles
  • 2008 – 22,254 miles
  • 2007 – 19,395 miles
  • 2006 – 16,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,328 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    406126099100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail73,328 miles (+4,173)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    947350801119
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly installed (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer, leaking on offside seam (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both rubber hangers broken, but exhaust still supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass69,155 miles (+3,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    69,155 miles
    Test number
    713374475203
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass65,956 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    248589153946
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail65,953 miles (+2,319)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,953 miles
    Test number
    405077234196
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass63,634 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,634 miles
    Test number
    109469772078
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail63,633 miles (+1,765)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,633 miles
    Test number
    709622899473
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass61,868 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    61,868 miles
    Test number
    562696970642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail61,868 miles (+1,669)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,868 miles
    Test number
    853946569218
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass60,199 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,199 miles
    Test number
    543568275500
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail60,193 miles (+5)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,193 miles
    Test number
    636963313196
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail60,188 miles (+11)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,188 miles
    Test number
    917101803350
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased with corrosion
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Fail60,177 miles (+890)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,177 miles
    Test number
    320375633743
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased with corrosion
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  14. Pass59,287 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    349414032497
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin WILL NEED ATTENTION SOON (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySeepage of oil near transmission

  15. Fail59,287 miles (+46,462)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    821241597252
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low offside & nearside front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin WILL NEED ATTENTION SOON (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySeepage of oil near transmission

  16. Pass12,825 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    12,825 miles
    Test number
    854266168288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate is slightly deteriorated

  17. Fail12,825 miles (-39,715)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,825 miles
    Test number
    512945885478
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate is slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass52,540 miles (+2,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,540 miles
    Test number
    531346000710
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting close to minimum,

  19. Pass50,538 miles (+4,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,538 miles
    Test number
    732679112406
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn in inner edge

  20. Pass46,534 miles (+4,246)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,534 miles
    Test number
    173218302731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,288 miles (+38,405)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    42,288 miles
    Test number
    749339024368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass3,883 miles (-34,950)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    3,883 miles
    Test number
    125876713394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,833 miles (+3,977)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,833 miles
    Test number
    165715313376
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass34,856 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,856 miles
    Test number
    445011342363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,881 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,881 miles
    Test number
    776151341362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,404 miles (+2,451)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    28,404 miles
    Test number
    170609740343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,953 miles
    Test number
    401394729474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail25,953 miles (+3,699)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,953 miles
    Test number
    612603629342
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low from inner and outer edges.

  29. Pass22,254 miles (+2,859)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,254 miles
    Test number
    404340858347
    • NoteOffside front tyre lightly wesring low from outer edge
    • NoteSlight play on offside steering rack inner joint

  30. Pass19,395 miles (+3,272)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,395 miles
    Test number
    513521657353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail16,123 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,123 miles
    Test number
    743504956382
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside.

  32. Pass16,123 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,123 miles
    Test number
    860354456304
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack offside.

Questions about LM52 YXD

Does LM52 YXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 YXD is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 YXD?
The MOT on LM52 YXD is valid until 22 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 YXD done?
LM52 YXD was recorded at 73,328 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 3,010 miles a year.
Has LM52 YXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 YXD has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 YXD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 12 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 YXD find?
LM52 YXD passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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