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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 MXDMOT history

LS51 MXD is a green petrol MINI first used on 11 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 144,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LS51 MXD green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,081 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 MXD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 MXD was last recorded at 144,081 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jul 2007: 13,635 miles, lower than 62,121 miles on 12 Jul 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,051 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
4,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,081 miles
  • 2024 – 138,047 miles
  • 2023 – 126,678 miles
  • 2022 – 112,555 miles
  • 2021 – 110,541 miles
  • 2020 – 104,150 miles
  • 2019 – 95,846 miles
  • 2018 – 89,988 miles
  • 2017 – 84,892 miles
  • 2016 – 78,012 miles
  • 2015 – 73,172 miles
  • 2013 – 68,052 miles
  • 2012 – 62,669 miles
  • 2011 – 56,229 miles
  • 2010 – 42,020 miles
  • 2009 – 29,957 miles
  • 2008 – 21,254 miles
  • 2007 – 13,635 miles
  • 2006 – 62,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,081 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,081 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,081 miles
    Test number
    418561768031
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail144,051 miles (+6,004)4 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,051 miles
    Test number
    444435896407
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass138,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,047 miles
    Test number
    900417042999
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail138,046 miles (+11,368)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,046 miles
    Test number
    187280253099
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass126,678 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,678 miles
    Test number
    845353772464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,675 miles (+14,120)9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,675 miles
    Test number
    260444126177
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass112,555 miles (+2,014)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,555 miles
    Test number
    657319907991
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass110,541 miles (+2,108)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,541 miles
    Test number
    838828196405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,433 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    441078342258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  10. Fail108,431 miles (+4,281)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,431 miles
    Test number
    152017542939
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  11. Pass104,150 miles (+8,304)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    104,150 miles
    Test number
    444051453440
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass95,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,846 miles
    Test number
    682912297134
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Fail95,846 miles (+5,858)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,846 miles
    Test number
    618558605442
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  14. Pass89,988 miles (+5,096)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,988 miles
    Test number
    559376720129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,892 miles (+6,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,892 miles
    Test number
    641613594197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass78,012 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,012 miles
    Test number
    618612806501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  17. Fail78,012 miles (+4,840)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,012 miles
    Test number
    198861724440
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking Steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Pass73,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,172 miles
    Test number
    745385165048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,172 miles (+5,120)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,172 miles
    Test number
    898374665028
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass68,052 miles (+5,383)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,052 miles
    Test number
    119547973204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass62,669 miles (+6,440)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,669 miles
    Test number
    648282672117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,229 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,229 miles
    Test number
    195029081177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  23. Pass56,229 miles (+14,209)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,229 miles
    Test number
    989259981183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,020 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    293533990195
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
  25. Fail42,020 miles (+12,063)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    974763190154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
  26. Pass29,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,957 miles
    Test number
    312171189157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail29,956 miles (+8,702)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,956 miles
    Test number
    964241689117
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  28. Pass21,254 miles (+7,619)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,254 miles
    Test number
    971657278196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass13,635 miles (-48,486)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    13,635 miles
    Test number
    783205687118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass62,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,121 miles
    Test number
    572223196153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 MXD

Does LS51 MXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 MXD is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS51 MXD?
The MOT on LS51 MXD is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 MXD done?
LS51 MXD was recorded at 144,081 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 4,234 miles a year.
Has LS51 MXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 MXD has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 MXD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS51 MXD find?
LS51 MXD passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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