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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 CGFMOT history

LS52 CGF is a grey petrol MINI first used on 25 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 23 of 34 MOT tests, with 119,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

LS52 CGF grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,383 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
23 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 CGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 CGF was last recorded at 119,383 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 6,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,000 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,383 miles
Average per year
5,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,383 miles
  • 2024 – 113,000 miles
  • 2023 – 107,537 miles
  • 2022 – 106,283 miles
  • 2021 – 103,561 miles
  • 2020 – 98,241 miles
  • 2019 – 90,748 miles
  • 2018 – 84,922 miles
  • 2017 – 80,671 miles
  • 2016 – 76,355 miles
  • 2015 – 71,478 miles
  • 2014 – 64,223 miles
  • 2013 – 63,099 miles
  • 2012 – 61,172 miles
  • 2011 – 58,968 miles
  • 2010 – 54,846 miles
  • 2009 – 51,312 miles
  • 2008 – 47,872 miles
  • 2007 – 43,386 miles
  • 2006 – 27,047 miles
  • 2005 – 15,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,383 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front&rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front &rear (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,383 miles (+6,383)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,383 miles
    Test number
    555921329597
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front&rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front &rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass113,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,000 miles
    Test number
    224443227163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  3. Fail113,000 miles (+5,463)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,000 miles
    Test number
    873016680850
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  4. Pass107,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,537 miles
    Test number
    330595529771
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,537 miles (+203)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,537 miles
    Test number
    356549215279
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,334 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,334 miles
    Test number
    140703628496
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear/ both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear end corroded

  7. Fail107,334 miles (+1,051)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,334 miles
    Test number
    437702273861
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear/ both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear end corroded

  8. Pass106,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,283 miles
    Test number
    491763606668
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,283 miles (+2,722)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,283 miles
    Test number
    672685271572
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass103,561 miles (+2,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    137120066729
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail101,537 miles (+3,296)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,537 miles
    Test number
    176008308623
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass98,241 miles (+7,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,241 miles
    Test number
    921814471803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass90,748 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    90,748 miles
    Test number
    413983043197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail90,744 miles (+5,822)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,744 miles
    Test number
    673596031480
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass84,922 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    84,922 miles
    Test number
    546361246779
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail84,922 miles (+4,251)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,922 miles
    Test number
    264377798087
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass80,671 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,671 miles
    Test number
    302297462443
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail80,640 miles (+4,285)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,640 miles
    Test number
    842538541732
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass76,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,355 miles
    Test number
    290416177887
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail76,355 miles (+4,877)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,355 miles
    Test number
    182914922781
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45R17 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45R17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass71,478 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    118093435084
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front (205/45x17) Tyre worn on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear (205/45x17) Tyre slightly deteriorated

  22. Fail71,478 miles (+7,255)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    617633835022
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front (205/45x17) Tyre worn on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear (205/45x17) Tyre slightly deteriorated

  23. Pass64,223 miles (+438)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,223 miles
    Test number
    128175544021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes slightly corrodid

  24. Pass63,785 miles (+686)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,785 miles
    Test number
    786491924095
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass63,099 miles (+1,927)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,099 miles
    Test number
    369085833225
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass61,172 miles (+2,204)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,172 miles
    Test number
    386646232462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBackbox deteriorating

  27. Pass58,968 miles (+4,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,968 miles
    Test number
    595117831275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass54,846 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,846 miles
    Test number
    711855310207
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.

  29. Fail54,846 miles (+3,534)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,846 miles
    Test number
    651855010201
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall perrished.

  30. Pass51,312 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,312 miles
    Test number
    342268909201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,872 miles (+4,486)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,872 miles
    Test number
    720207708281
    • DangerousBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass43,386 miles (+16,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,386 miles
    Test number
    970398107208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass27,047 miles (+11,231)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,047 miles
    Test number
    263407986414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass15,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    15,816 miles
    Test number
    372144195103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 CGF

Does LS52 CGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 CGF is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 CGF?
The MOT on LS52 CGF is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 CGF done?
LS52 CGF was recorded at 119,383 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,071 miles a year.
Has LS52 CGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 CGF has failed 11 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 CGF 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 LS52 CGF find?
LS52 CGF passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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