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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FCZMOT history

LS52 FCZ is a grey petrol MINI first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 134,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2022.

LS52 FCZ grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2023
Mileage
134,499 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FCZ was last recorded at 134,499 miles on 6 Sept 2022, 293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,206 miles · 8 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
293 miles
Average per year
6,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,499 miles
  • 2021 – 134,206 miles
  • 2020 – 129,987 miles
  • 2019 – 122,559 miles
  • 2018 – 110,388 miles
  • 2017 – 97,526 miles
  • 2016 – 91,087 miles
  • 2015 – 85,216 miles
  • 2014 – 79,208 miles
  • 2013 – 72,686 miles
  • 2012 – 66,074 miles
  • 2011 – 59,594 miles
  • 2010 – 52,891 miles
  • 2009 – 43,052 miles
  • 2008 – 34,177 miles
  • 2007 – 30,515 miles
  • 2006 – 27,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust silencer slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside registration plate lamp incomplete

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,499 miles
    Test number
    318544930805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail134,499 miles (+293)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,499 miles
    Test number
    583726214765
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached ball joint mount to sub frame loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass134,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    730618492523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,206 miles (+4,219)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    318609032817
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass129,987 miles (+7,428)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    129,987 miles
    Test number
    542580723770
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass122,559 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,559 miles
    Test number
    532895955849
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail122,555 miles (+12,167)2 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,555 miles
    Test number
    967701137542
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up & excessive play (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass110,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,388 miles
    Test number
    270486784622
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp incomplete

  9. Fail110,388 miles (+12,862)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,388 miles
    Test number
    559256119531
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Air fresheners etc on rear view mirror (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp incomplete

  10. Pass97,526 miles (+714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,526 miles
    Test number
    711598950982
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge 215/45/17

  11. Pass96,812 miles (+5,725)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    96,812 miles
    Test number
    802828143635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  12. Pass91,087 miles (+5,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    91,087 miles
    Test number
    658643218027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear registration plate lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Pass85,216 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,216 miles
    Test number
    385699105013
    • NoteFuel tank strap slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriated
    • NotePower steeering pipes slight leak

  14. Fail85,216 miles (+6,008)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,216 miles
    Test number
    749779605035
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFuel tank slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriated
    • NotePower steeering pipes slight leak

  15. Pass79,208 miles (+6,522)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    79,208 miles
    Test number
    809182324012
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass72,686 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,686 miles
    Test number
    675853223050
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel cap seal deteriating

  17. Fail72,686 miles (+6,612)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,686 miles
    Test number
    515473323089
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel cap seal deteriating

  18. Pass66,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,074 miles
    Test number
    108876022491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,074 miles (+6,480)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,074 miles
    Test number
    645846122079
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass59,594 miles (+6,703)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,594 miles
    Test number
    197267121402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,891 miles
    Test number
    591285120083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,891 miles (+9,839)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,891 miles
    Test number
    672045320025
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Fail43,052 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,052 miles
    Test number
    132749429496
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass43,052 miles (+8,875)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,052 miles
    Test number
    713419929029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,177 miles (+3,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,177 miles
    Test number
    253115128053
    • AdvisoryCentre Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

  26. Fail30,515 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,515 miles
    Test number
    502263647029
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low @ 6mm, Rear pads getting low @ 4mm.
    • NoteSigns of oil seepage along flexable power steering pipe from rack.
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel.

  27. Pass30,515 miles (+3,446)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,515 miles
    Test number
    914833047023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low @ 6mm, Rear pads getting low @ 4mm.
    • NoteSigns of oil seepage along flexable power steering pipe from rack.
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel.

  28. Pass27,069 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,069 miles
    Test number
    584550866016
    • NoteRubber cooling hose from heat exchanger (by filter housing) rubbing on power steering pipe.
    • NoteSlight oil smears along power steering pipe running around pump assembly.

Questions about LS52 FCZ

Does LS52 FCZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FCZ expired on 7 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FCZ?
The MOT on LS52 FCZ expired on 7 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FCZ done?
LS52 FCZ was recorded at 134,499 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2022, an average of 6,504 miles a year.
Has LS52 FCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FCZ has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 FCZ 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 FCZ find?
LS52 FCZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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