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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 LZPMOT history

LS51 LZP is a red petrol MINI first used on 18 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 68,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2025.

LS51 LZP red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
68,360 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2019
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 LZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 LZP was last recorded at 68,360 miles on 27 Nov 2019, 2,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,325 miles · 5 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
2,035 miles
Average per year
3,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 68,360 miles
  • 2018 – 66,325 miles
  • 2017 – 64,834 miles
  • 2016 – 63,351 miles
  • 2015 – 61,930 miles
  • 2014 – 60,169 miles
  • 2013 – 58,065 miles
  • 2012 – 55,152 miles
  • 2011 – 48,639 miles
  • 2010 – 43,143 miles
  • 2009 – 38,239 miles
  • 2008 – 31,019 miles
  • 2007 – 24,873 miles
  • 2006 – 18,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    164369598276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    958331998258
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    155390135848
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag warning light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    283372091447
    • 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. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    755040867938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    659560647619
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    128171533506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    409242705265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,360 miles (+2,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    307143552491
    • 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))
  10. Pass66,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    66,325 miles
    Test number
    395077819809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail66,325 miles (+1,491)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,325 miles
    Test number
    816647828709
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass64,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,834 miles
    Test number
    105019171793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bushe (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail64,834 miles (+1,483)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,834 miles
    Test number
    726009825409
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bushe (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass63,351 miles (+1,421)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,351 miles
    Test number
    554541772862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,930 miles (+1,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,930 miles
    Test number
    745770243847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass60,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,169 miles
    Test number
    537117004358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,169 miles (+2,104)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,169 miles
    Test number
    669297704301
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass58,065 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,065 miles
    Test number
    926450133379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,063 miles (+2,911)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    625432323374
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  20. Pass55,152 miles (+6,513)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,152 miles
    Test number
    415834222434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,639 miles (+5,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,639 miles
    Test number
    506624381258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass43,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,143 miles
    Test number
    493332190224
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  23. Fail43,143 miles (+4,904)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,143 miles
    Test number
    740762290221
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  24. Pass38,239 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,239 miles
    Test number
    222133509306
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked at tread shoulder
    • NoteSlight body damage to offside
  25. Fail38,239 miles (+7,220)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,239 miles
    Test number
    360243809359
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked at tread shoulder
    • NoteSlight body damage to offside
  26. Pass31,019 miles (+6,146)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,019 miles
    Test number
    854859388228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre pressure low
  27. Pass24,873 miles (+6,684)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,873 miles
    Test number
    220431497259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,189 miles
    Test number
    661518196227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 LZP

Does LS51 LZP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 LZP expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 LZP?
The MOT on LS51 LZP expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 LZP done?
LS51 LZP was recorded at 68,360 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2019, an average of 3,833 miles a year.
Has LS51 LZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 LZP has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 LZP 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 LZP find?
LS51 LZP passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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