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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LS51 TYBMOT history

LS51 TYB is a blue petrol MINI first used on 16 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

LS51 TYB blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
101,896 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2019
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 TYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 TYB was last recorded at 101,896 miles on 17 Jul 2019, 2,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,996 miles · 28 Nov 2017
Between the last two tests
2,900 miles
Average per year
5,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 101,896 miles
  • 2017 – 98,996 miles
  • 2016 – 96,430 miles
  • 2015 – 92,062 miles
  • 2014 – 85,098 miles
  • 2013 – 76,763 miles
  • 2012 – 70,558 miles
  • 2011 – 64,533 miles
  • 2010 – 58,432 miles
  • 2009 – 53,928 miles
  • 2008 – 48,758 miles
  • 2007 – 38,197 miles
  • 2006 – 25,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp beam patterns slightly weak
  • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, both rear suspension trailing arms, front/ rear subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rustRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
  • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes/ offside front metal brake pipe/ both rear brake hoses ferrules starting to rust and covered in grease/ paint
  • AdvisoryOffside steering track rod end slight movement
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/ hoses/ reservoir slightly dampRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear screen wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly dampRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering rackRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.3.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Power steering pipes/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Slight oil leak/ gearbox area slightly damp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    957712097858
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp beam patterns slightly weak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, both rear suspension trailing arms, front/ rear subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes/ offside front metal brake pipe/ both rear brake hoses ferrules starting to rust and covered in grease/ paint
    • AdvisoryOffside steering track rod end slight movement
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryRear screen wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  2. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    950247023473
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, both rear suspension trailing arms, front/ rear subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryCheck front inner brake pads
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes, offside front metal brake pipe and both rear brake hoses ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  3. FailMileage not read3 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    604615760049
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, both rear suspension trailing arms, front/ rear subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryCheck front inner brake pads
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes, offside front metal brake pipe and both rear brake hoses ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  4. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    635827409064
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes and offside front metal brake pipe starting to rust
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread worn to 2.5mm and edges wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread worn to 2mm and tyre valve stem starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread worn to 2mm and inner edge worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension coil spring, rear antiroll bar, both rear suspension trailing arms, front/ rear subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gearbox area slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  5. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    257457350475
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads worn to 3mm/ edges wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe and front to rear metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension coil springs, rear subframe, fuel tank mounting straps and both rear suspension trailing arms starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  6. FailMileage not read1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    817069414675
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower wishbone inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads worn to 3mm/ edges wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe and front to rear metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension coil springs, rear subframe, fuel tank mounting straps and both rear suspension trailing arms starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryRear screen wiper blade rubber split/ worn
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  7. Pass101,896 miles (+2,900)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    503494011380
    • AdvisoryNearside front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension lower wishbone inner rear bush slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension coil spring, rear subframe and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes/ hoses/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working and rear screen wiper blade rubber split/ worn
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gearbox area slightly damp
  8. Pass98,996 miles (+2,566)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,996 miles
    Test number
    172093789310
    • AdvisoryNearside front foglamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension lower wishbone inner rear bush slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension coil spring, rear subframe and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes/ reservoir slightly damp
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box starting to rust and slight leak/ front exhaust slight leak
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working/ rear screen wiper blade rubber split/ worn
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gearbox area slightly damp
  9. Pass96,430 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,430 miles
    Test number
    656498472920
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  10. Fail96,420 miles (+4,358)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,420 miles
    Test number
    366173122128
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  11. Pass92,062 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,062 miles
    Test number
    240035115449
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  12. Fail92,060 miles (+6,962)9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,060 miles
    Test number
    775819785720
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  13. Pass85,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,098 miles
    Test number
    579592974201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Fail85,098 miles (+8,335)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,098 miles
    Test number
    935612674221
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Pass76,763 miles (+6,205)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,763 miles
    Test number
    227950353240
    • NoteRear exhaust in a poor condition,but not blowing
  16. Pass70,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,558 miles
    Test number
    496067072261
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Fail70,558 miles (+6,025)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,558 miles
    Test number
    317546472254
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoolant level low
  18. Fail64,533 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    517792551282
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePower steering pump noseiy
  19. Pass64,533 miles (+6,101)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    996692651270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePower steering pump noseiy
  20. Pass58,432 miles (+4,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,432 miles
    Test number
    552652810291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  21. Pass53,928 miles (+5,170)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    984777329224
    • NoteExhaust system getting abit corroded (esp rear silencer section,outer skin very corroded)
    • NoteFront and rear inner b/pads appear abit low
    • NoteN/S/F outer B/Pad getting VERY low and near limits of wear
    • NoteN/S/F spot light at bumper N/W
    • NoteN/S/R w/arch edge trim missing
    • NoteO/S/F spot light at grill area N/W and bulb loose
    • NoteO/S/R outer b/pad starting to get abit low
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion at front and rear suspension components
  22. Pass48,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,758 miles
    Test number
    212315928270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  23. Fail48,758 miles (+10,561)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,758 miles
    Test number
    494595228208
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  24. Pass38,197 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,197 miles
    Test number
    330916117203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,950 miles (+12,051)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    192639607241
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf tyre has nail in tread
    • NoteOsr service brake performance lower than expected
  26. Pass25,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,899 miles
    Test number
    830731886194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 TYB

Does LS51 TYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 TYB expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 TYB?
The MOT on LS51 TYB expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 TYB done?
LS51 TYB was recorded at 101,896 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2019, an average of 5,825 miles a year.
Has LS51 TYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 TYB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LS51 TYB 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 TYB find?
LS51 TYB passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both front headlamp beam patterns slightly weak; both rear suspension coil springs, rear antiroll bar, both rear suspension trailing arms, front/ rear subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust, and 8 more.

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