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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 RXMMOT history

LS51 RXM is a black petrol MINI first used on 9 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 64,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LS51 RXM black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
64,031 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 RXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 RXM was last recorded at 64,031 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,031 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,031 miles
  • 2025 – 63,044 miles
  • 2024 – 61,755 miles
  • 2023 – 60,847 miles
  • 2022 – 59,409 miles
  • 2021 – 58,550 miles
  • 2020 – 57,306 miles
  • 2019 – 56,411 miles
  • 2018 – 55,715 miles
  • 2017 – 54,880 miles
  • 2016 – 53,636 miles
  • 2015 – 52,064 miles
  • 2014 – 50,586 miles
  • 2013 – 48,521 miles
  • 2012 – 46,438 miles
  • 2011 – 43,655 miles
  • 2010 – 41,515 miles
  • 2009 – 39,787 miles
  • 2008 – 37,888 miles
  • 2007 – 35,484 miles
  • 2006 – 32,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,031 miles
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension has surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mount noisyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal creepsRecorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,031 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    64,031 miles
    Test number
    810111238872
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps

  2. Fail64,031 miles (+987)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,031 miles
    Test number
    836522247085
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps

  3. Pass63,044 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    63,044 miles
    Test number
    136780752306
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps
    • AdvisoryNSF Top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail63,044 miles (+1,289)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,044 miles
    Test number
    823055298804
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps
    • AdvisoryNSF Top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass61,755 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    61,755 miles
    Test number
    823542217455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail61,753 miles (+906)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,753 miles
    Test number
    521743974590
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wing mirror damaged cover missing and likely to cause injury when grazed (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBackbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass60,847 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,847 miles
    Test number
    727314511993
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail60,847 miles (+1,438)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,847 miles
    Test number
    167380062975
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass59,409 miles (+859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,409 miles
    Test number
    469411971970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass58,550 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,550 miles
    Test number
    846928004177
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front top strut bearing rough
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail58,550 miles (+1,244)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,550 miles
    Test number
    401010450960
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front top strut bearing rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass57,306 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,306 miles
    Test number
    493189212166
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top bearing rough when turned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  13. Fail57,306 miles (+895)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,306 miles
    Test number
    595490875778
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top bearing rough when turned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass56,411 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,411 miles
    Test number
    835103465034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySilencer deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering slightly noisey ,slightly stiff

  15. Fail56,402 miles (+687)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    441027795083
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySilencer deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering slightly noisey ,slightly stiff

  16. Pass55,715 miles (+835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    953891575110
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff, slightly noisey

  17. Pass54,880 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,880 miles
    Test number
    185526039500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  18. Fail54,880 miles (+1,244)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,880 miles
    Test number
    955738954542
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass53,636 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,636 miles
    Test number
    995475019348
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail53,636 miles (+1,572)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,636 miles
    Test number
    190181592253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass52,064 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,064 miles
    Test number
    436400427750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc badly corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  22. Fail52,064 miles (+1,478)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,064 miles
    Test number
    267583611771
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc badly corroded on inner face
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  23. Pass50,586 miles (+2,065)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,586 miles
    Test number
    109003774265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePower steering pump seems noisey
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriated (outter skin)

  24. Fail48,521 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,521 miles
    Test number
    315554573222
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass48,521 miles (+2,083)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,521 miles
    Test number
    518304873292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,438 miles (+2,783)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    105617472283
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  27. Pass43,655 miles (+2,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,655 miles
    Test number
    316528171435
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass41,515 miles (+1,728)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,515 miles
    Test number
    183446380209
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak from front of engine bay

  29. Pass39,787 miles (+1,899)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,787 miles
    Test number
    383048479488
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  30. Pass37,888 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,888 miles
    Test number
    812226968226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass35,484 miles (+2,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,484 miles
    Test number
    371442687260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass32,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,527 miles
    Test number
    831334786261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 RXM

Does LS51 RXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 RXM is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 RXM?
The MOT on LS51 RXM is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 RXM done?
LS51 RXM was recorded at 64,031 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 1,576 miles a year.
Has LS51 RXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 RXM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 RXM 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 RXM find?
LS51 RXM passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: all rear suspension has surface corrosion; coil spring corroded both front; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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