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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 MDFMOT history

LS51 MDF is a silver petrol MINI first used on 18 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 113,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

LS51 MDF silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
113,506 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 MDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 MDF was last recorded at 113,506 miles on 22 Mar 2022, 3,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,908 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,598 miles
Average per year
4,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,506 miles
  • 2020 – 109,908 miles
  • 2019 – 104,745 miles
  • 2018 – 97,667 miles
  • 2017 – 91,648 miles
  • 2016 – 87,573 miles
  • 2015 – 81,081 miles
  • 2014 – 76,588 miles
  • 2013 – 70,703 miles
  • 2012 – 65,350 miles
  • 2010 – 58,056 miles
  • 2009 – 56,885 miles
  • 2008 – 54,233 miles
  • 2007 – 51,411 miles
  • 2006 – 46,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,506 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,506 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,506 miles
    Test number
    806303627568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail113,505 miles (+3,597)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,505 miles
    Test number
    494038959421
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,908 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,908 miles
    Test number
    988140893318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,898 miles (+5,153)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,898 miles
    Test number
    427069469489
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass104,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,745 miles
    Test number
    487423401559
    • AdvisoryNon run-flat O/S/R

  6. Fail104,745 miles (+7,078)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,745 miles
    Test number
    161133634004
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45x17 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass97,667 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,667 miles
    Test number
    478172538375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s windscreen damage

  8. Pass97,666 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,666 miles
    Test number
    515188968034
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail97,666 miles (+6,018)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,666 miles
    Test number
    619531799419
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass91,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    91,648 miles
    Test number
    181303368502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,648 miles (+4,075)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,648 miles
    Test number
    398733872725
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass87,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,573 miles
    Test number
    681257078585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,573 miles (+6,492)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,573 miles
    Test number
    119241470999
    • 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)

  14. Pass81,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    81,081 miles
    Test number
    752182190845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,081 miles (+4,493)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,081 miles
    Test number
    547284311898
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass76,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,588 miles
    Test number
    237499984270
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail76,588 miles (+5,885)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,588 miles
    Test number
    366429584221
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass70,703 miles (+5,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,703 miles
    Test number
    139012703109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass65,350 miles (+7,294)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,350 miles
    Test number
    177681932488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,056 miles (+1,171)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,056 miles
    Test number
    554739720323
    • NoteDamage to o/s mirror
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slight pitting
    • NoteOil leak around engine area
    • NoteOuter skin on rear exhaust box corroded

  21. Pass56,885 miles (+2,652)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,885 miles
    Test number
    252209209379
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBrake pedal feels spongy
    • NoteN/S/F wheel bearing feels rough when rotated
    • NoteO/S/R brake caliper is binding slightly

  22. Pass54,233 miles (+2,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    54,233 miles
    Test number
    374052688214
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass51,411 miles (+4,555)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,411 miles
    Test number
    162924977289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,856 miles
    Test number
    743052676291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 MDF

Does LS51 MDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 MDF expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 MDF?
The MOT on LS51 MDF expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 MDF done?
LS51 MDF was recorded at 113,506 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 4,306 miles a year.
Has LS51 MDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 MDF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 MDF 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 MDF find?
LS51 MDF passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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