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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LP02 EDUMOT history

LP02 EDU is a grey petrol MINI first used on 2 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

LP02 EDU grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
176,372 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP02 EDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP02 EDU was last recorded at 176,372 miles on 9 May 2026, 10,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,708 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10,664 miles
Average per year
8,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,372 miles
  • 2025 – 165,708 miles
  • 2023 – 163,814 miles
  • 2022 – 160,413 miles
  • 2021 – 155,416 miles
  • 2020 – 151,644 miles
  • 2019 – 148,214 miles
  • 2018 – 143,079 miles
  • 2017 – 135,396 miles
  • 2016 – 125,387 miles
  • 2015 – 113,172 miles
  • 2014 – 98,688 miles
  • 2013 – 85,051 miles
  • 2012 – 77,386 miles
  • 2011 – 61,499 miles
  • 2010 – 43,208 miles
  • 2009 – 30,055 miles
  • 2008 – 23,540 miles
  • 2007 – 14,444 miles
  • 2006 – 2,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,372 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,372 miles (+10,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    176,372 miles
    Test number
    506356310234
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass165,708 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    165,708 miles
    Test number
    819213803551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail165,705 miles (+1,891)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,705 miles
    Test number
    175219009918
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass163,814 miles (+3,401)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    163,814 miles
    Test number
    811373938805
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,413 miles (+4,997)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    160,413 miles
    Test number
    893707150862
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass155,416 miles (+3,772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    155,416 miles
    Test number
    414744493277
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass151,644 miles (+3,430)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    151,644 miles
    Test number
    937047507855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass148,214 miles (+5,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    148,214 miles
    Test number
    404654760156
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front p.a.s pipe rubbing on oil cooler hose
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres wearing on inside edges

  9. Pass143,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    143,079 miles
    Test number
    122897965814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,075 miles (+7,679)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,075 miles
    Test number
    668252839968
    • MajorExhaust system insecure 2 rear rubber mountings split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass135,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,396 miles
    Test number
    184393472399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre wall slight damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail135,396 miles (+10,009)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,396 miles
    Test number
    622822401078
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre wall slight damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass125,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,387 miles
    Test number
    228007911501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,387 miles (+12,215)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,387 miles
    Test number
    133165235331
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively bouth (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass113,172 miles (+14,484)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    113,172 miles
    Test number
    468014225284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass98,688 miles (+13,637)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,688 miles
    Test number
    836790034204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    596397913222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,051 miles (+7,665)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    848497313270
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass77,386 miles (+15,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    498806812239
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass61,499 miles (+18,291)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,499 miles
    Test number
    299001231270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,208 miles (+13,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,208 miles
    Test number
    581918830290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass30,055 miles (+6,515)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    30,055 miles
    Test number
    333455629244
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear no.plate slightly deteriated

  23. Pass23,540 miles (+9,096)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,540 miles
    Test number
    954565408239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,444 miles (+11,988)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,444 miles
    Test number
    932932137234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass2,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    2,456 miles
    Test number
    832313516244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP02 EDU

Does LP02 EDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP02 EDU is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP02 EDU?
The MOT on LP02 EDU is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP02 EDU done?
LP02 EDU was recorded at 176,372 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 8,797 miles a year.
Has LP02 EDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP02 EDU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LP02 EDU 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 LP02 EDU find?
LP02 EDU passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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