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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 FTNMOT history

LS51 FTN is a black petrol MINI first used on 19 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

LS51 FTN black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
112,250 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 FTN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 FTN was last recorded at 112,250 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 3,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,437 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,813 miles
Average per year
4,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,250 miles
  • 2020 – 108,437 miles
  • 2019 – 102,549 miles
  • 2018 – 98,699 miles
  • 2016 – 95,173 miles
  • 2015 – 92,158 miles
  • 2014 – 89,846 miles
  • 2013 – 87,611 miles
  • 2012 – 84,468 miles
  • 2011 – 83,050 miles
  • 2010 – 70,397 miles
  • 2008 – 62,316 miles
  • 2007 – 54,441 miles
  • 2006 – 46,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,250 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,250 miles (+3,813)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,250 miles
    Test number
    343950843986
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,437 miles (+5,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,437 miles
    Test number
    177999952105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,549 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,549 miles
    Test number
    310810594935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail102,534 miles (+16)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,534 miles
    Test number
    908025818252
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,518 miles (+3,819)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,518 miles
    Test number
    568453385807
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass98,699 miles (+3,526)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,699 miles
    Test number
    772545848703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass95,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    926736652316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,173 miles (+3,015)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    124836277525
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass92,158 miles (+2,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    516051316415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail89,846 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    308032094205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusting

  11. Pass89,846 miles (+2,235)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    339872294430
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusting

  12. Pass87,611 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    985034163281
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusting

  13. Fail87,610 miles (+3,142)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,610 miles
    Test number
    359814863403
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusting

  14. Pass84,468 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,468 miles
    Test number
    369864252272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,050 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,050 miles
    Test number
    358406241131
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  16. Pass83,050 miles (+12,653)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,050 miles
    Test number
    865156641167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  17. Pass70,397 miles (+8,081)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,397 miles
    Test number
    801370070039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    591338038341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,316 miles (+7,875)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    840056638396
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (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)

  20. Fail54,441 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    142428997246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r/ & o/s/r tyres & o/s no.plate lens missing

  21. Pass54,441 miles (+7,685)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    161348697265
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r/ & o/s/r tyres & o/s no.plate lens missing

  22. Pass46,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,756 miles
    Test number
    102990216361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,748 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,748 miles
    Test number
    574220416311
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LS51 FTN

Does LS51 FTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 FTN expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 FTN?
The MOT on LS51 FTN expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 FTN done?
LS51 FTN was recorded at 112,250 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 4,312 miles a year.
Has LS51 FTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 FTN has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LS51 FTN 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 LS51 FTN find?
LS51 FTN passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector not red in colour; offside rear rear reflector not red in colour; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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