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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 YZJMOT history

LM52 YZJ is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 4 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 156,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

LM52 YZJ yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
156,622 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 YZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 YZJ was last recorded at 156,622 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 2,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,318 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,304 miles
Average per year
6,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,622 miles
  • 2025 – 154,318 miles
  • 2024 – 151,772 miles
  • 2023 – 146,884 miles
  • 2022 – 142,667 miles
  • 2020 – 137,856 miles
  • 2018 – 126,026 miles
  • 2017 – 125,991 miles
  • 2016 – 122,363 miles
  • 2015 – 118,858 miles
  • 2014 – 109,840 miles
  • 2013 – 100,290 miles
  • 2012 – 86,034 miles
  • 2011 – 73,353 miles
  • 2010 – 61,921 miles
  • 2009 – 52,120 miles
  • 2008 – 41,563 miles
  • 2006 – 32,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,622 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,622 miles (+2,304)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    156,622 miles
    Test number
    367933897885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass154,318 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,318 miles
    Test number
    192142265820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail154,315 miles (+2,543)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,315 miles
    Test number
    829484884144
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass151,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,772 miles
    Test number
    743285108417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,772 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,772 miles
    Test number
    895311090583
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer 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))

  6. Fail151,772 miles (+4,888)4 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,772 miles
    Test number
    722878906526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer 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))

  7. Pass146,884 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    146,884 miles
    Test number
    388555661951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Fail146,884 miles (+4,217)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,884 miles
    Test number
    400543687461
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass142,667 miles (+4,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,667 miles
    Test number
    161098678569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass137,856 miles (+3,915)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,856 miles
    Test number
    201190173318
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass133,941 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,941 miles
    Test number
    751428478228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail133,941 miles (+7,915)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,941 miles
    Test number
    490818238832
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass126,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    126,026 miles
    Test number
    973174510603
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail126,026 miles (+35)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,026 miles
    Test number
    568221242664
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass125,991 miles (+3,628)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,991 miles
    Test number
    505106693122
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded hose on pump (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass122,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    122,363 miles
    Test number
    239486449964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail122,363 miles (+3,505)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,363 miles
    Test number
    429838106634
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass118,858 miles (+9,018)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,858 miles
    Test number
    216304025274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass109,840 miles (+9,550)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,840 miles
    Test number
    199486304239
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake disc,s worn

  20. Pass100,290 miles (+4,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,290 miles
    Test number
    768961413205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,933 miles (+9,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    95,933 miles
    Test number
    887432213064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass86,034 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,034 miles
    Test number
    906484112049
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wear noted

  23. Fail86,034 miles (+12,681)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,034 miles
    Test number
    588314412095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wear noted

  24. Pass73,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,353 miles
    Test number
    707791011049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,353 miles (+11,432)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,353 miles
    Test number
    676191511058
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass61,921 miles (+9,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,921 miles
    Test number
    190225450471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass52,120 miles (+20)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,120 miles
    Test number
    913776759082
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  28. Fail52,100 miles (+10,537)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,100 miles
    Test number
    311541159075
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  29. Pass41,563 miles (+9,267)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,563 miles
    Test number
    391220458071
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass32,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    32,296 miles
    Test number
    820233256320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 YZJ

Does LM52 YZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 YZJ is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 YZJ?
The MOT on LM52 YZJ is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 YZJ done?
LM52 YZJ was recorded at 156,622 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 6,506 miles a year.
Has LM52 YZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 YZJ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 YZJ 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 YZJ find?
LM52 YZJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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