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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FETMOT history

LS52 FET is a red petrol MINI first used on 24 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 69,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LS52 FET red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
69,690 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FET was last recorded at 69,690 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 6,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,830 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,860 miles
Average per year
2,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,690 miles
  • 2025 – 62,830 miles
  • 2024 – 56,541 miles
  • 2023 – 48,859 miles
  • 2022 – 42,308 miles
  • 2021 – 38,323 miles
  • 2019 – 34,016 miles
  • 2018 – 31,320 miles
  • 2017 – 30,133 miles
  • 2016 – 28,426 miles
  • 2015 – 26,492 miles
  • 2014 – 25,088 miles
  • 2013 – 23,478 miles
  • 2012 – 22,076 miles
  • 2011 – 19,940 miles
  • 2010 – 18,359 miles
  • 2008 – 15,276 miles
  • 2007 – 14,501 miles
  • 2006 – 13,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,690 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Shield Slightly Corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,690 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    69,690 miles
    Test number
    145886598884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Shield Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail69,690 miles (+6,860)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,690 miles
    Test number
    279676866272
    • Repaired at testDriver's door catch missing (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Shield Slightly Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass62,830 miles (+6,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    62,830 miles
    Test number
    343634211265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass56,541 miles (+7,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,541 miles
    Test number
    816975857352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass48,859 miles (+6,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    48,859 miles
    Test number
    288388230161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass42,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    42,308 miles
    Test number
    115516166062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,308 miles (+3,985)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,308 miles
    Test number
    234946929990
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass38,323 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    38,323 miles
    Test number
    394261204146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,016 miles
    Test number
    478484015319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail34,016 miles (+2,696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,016 miles
    Test number
    424321422323
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass31,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,320 miles
    Test number
    565418602351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,320 miles (+1,187)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,320 miles
    Test number
    686612863123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass30,133 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    30,133 miles
    Test number
    955170962192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,426 miles
    Test number
    776046635253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail28,426 miles (+1,934)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,426 miles
    Test number
    499258850899
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass26,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,492 miles
    Test number
    116862625199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,492 miles (+1,404)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,492 miles
    Test number
    679342025176
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass25,088 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,088 miles
    Test number
    986971324119
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to crack in tread area

  19. Fail25,088 miles (+1,610)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,088 miles
    Test number
    758876414149
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to crack in tread area

  20. Pass23,478 miles (+1,402)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,478 miles
    Test number
    529312093006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,076 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,076 miles
    Test number
    625943102181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,940 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,940 miles
    Test number
    399731891039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,359 miles (+3,083)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,359 miles
    Test number
    384180510134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,276 miles (+775)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    15,276 miles
    Test number
    982255248337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,501 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,501 miles
    Test number
    273547097213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    13,236 miles
    Test number
    334581416373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FET

Does LS52 FET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FET is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FET?
The MOT on LS52 FET is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 FET done?
LS52 FET was recorded at 69,690 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 2,940 miles a year.
Has LS52 FET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FET has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 FET 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 FET find?
LS52 FET passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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