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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 RTUMOT history

LS51 RTU is a black petrol MINI ONE first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 57,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2023.

LS51 RTU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
57,486 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2020
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 RTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
ONE
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 RTU was last recorded at 57,486 miles on 9 Dec 2020, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,483 miles · 5 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 57,486 miles
  • 2019 – 57,443 miles
  • 2018 – 52,102 miles
  • 2017 – 47,817 miles
  • 2016 – 46,368 miles
  • 2015 – 45,265 miles
  • 2014 – 44,042 miles
  • 2013 – 43,169 miles
  • 2012 – 40,388 miles
  • 2011 – 38,933 miles
  • 2010 – 37,866 miles
  • 2009 – 35,387 miles
  • 2008 – 31,608 miles
  • 2007 – 26,850 miles
  • 2006 – 21,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 need replaced very soon

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Underside very corroded , floor , 4x coil sprins ,brake pipes , flexis,sub-frame ,linkrods , all components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    595394387869
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    106020210848
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524299976711
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc back plate corroded but remains secure at the time of test (both sides of axle)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal deteriorated/cracked
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to many components but none inspected for MOT were seriously weakened at the time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear 'lollipop' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone stalk put to passenger front seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade split

  4. FailMileage not read2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    938273350927
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc back plate corroded but remains secure at the time of test (both sides of axle)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal deteriorated/cracked
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to many components but none inspected for MOT were seriously weakened at the time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear 'lollipop' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone stalk put to passenger front seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade split

  5. Pass57,486 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,486 miles
    Test number
    261381728022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,483 miles (+40)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,483 miles
    Test number
    128513380580
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass57,443 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,443 miles
    Test number
    706502216533
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 need replaced very soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside very corroded , floor , 4x coil sprins ,brake pipes , flexis,sub-frame ,linkrods , all components

  8. Fail57,442 miles (+5,340)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,442 miles
    Test number
    551421602897
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 need replaced very soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside very corroded , floor , 4x coil sprins ,brake pipes , flexis,sub-frame ,linkrods , all components

  9. Pass52,102 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,102 miles
    Test number
    802207866061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail52,102 miles (+4,285)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,102 miles
    Test number
    240015275503
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass47,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,817 miles
    Test number
    606832459739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,817 miles (+1,449)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,817 miles
    Test number
    385299558811
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass46,368 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    102970710355
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All 4 (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySub frame front and rear , shockers and arms and under side all corroded

  14. Fail46,368 miles (+1,103)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    829704598192
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All 4 (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySub frame front and rear , shockers and arms and under side all corroded

  15. Pass45,265 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,265 miles
    Test number
    215313374863
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe and suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper torn

  16. Fail45,265 miles (+1,223)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,265 miles
    Test number
    421673709388
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe and suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper torn

  17. Pass44,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,042 miles
    Test number
    275183444341
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail44,037 miles (+868)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,037 miles
    Test number
    937123044331
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass43,169 miles (+2,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,169 miles
    Test number
    475883333495
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass40,388 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,388 miles
    Test number
    725327542304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,933 miles
    Test number
    118695811361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,933 miles (+1,067)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,933 miles
    Test number
    325685411393
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass37,866 miles (+2,479)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,866 miles
    Test number
    442541650492
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass35,387 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,387 miles
    Test number
    803019009356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,608 miles (+4,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,608 miles
    Test number
    453865718487
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass26,850 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,850 miles
    Test number
    341637997452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,511 miles (+1,445)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,511 miles
    Test number
    373606306369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,066 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,066 miles
    Test number
    911136116034
    • NoteCorrosion on inner friction surface of both rear brake disc

Questions about LS51 RTU

Does LS51 RTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 RTU expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 RTU?
The MOT on LS51 RTU expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 RTU done?
LS51 RTU was recorded at 57,486 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2020, an average of 2,512 miles a year.
Has LS51 RTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 RTU has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS51 RTU 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 RTU find?
LS51 RTU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2023 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 5 more.

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