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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FTFMOT history

LS52 FTF is a blue petrol MINI first used on 29 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 54,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2024.

LS52 FTF blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2025
Mileage
54,797 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FTF was last recorded at 54,797 miles on 18 Mar 2024, 1,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,559 miles · 30 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,238 miles
Average per year
2,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 54,797 miles
  • 2023 – 53,559 miles
  • 2022 – 51,965 miles
  • 2021 – 50,796 miles
  • 2020 – 49,042 miles
  • 2019 – 47,340 miles
  • 2018 – 45,759 miles
  • 2017 – 44,673 miles
  • 2016 – 41,884 miles
  • 2015 – 40,917 miles
  • 2013 – 36,542 miles
  • 2012 – 34,369 miles
  • 2011 – 31,075 miles
  • 2010 – 28,430 miles
  • 2009 – 25,614 miles
  • 2008 – 22,024 miles
  • 2007 – 20,021 miles
  • 2006 – 11,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,797 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    54,797 miles
    Test number
    491886159269
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail54,797 miles (+1,238)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,797 miles
    Test number
    864940501595
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,559 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,559 miles
    Test number
    858621813567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,965 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    51,965 miles
    Test number
    208339771695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail51,958 miles (+1,162)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,958 miles
    Test number
    171589872631
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass50,796 miles (+1,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    50,796 miles
    Test number
    817815789255
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,042 miles (+1,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    49,042 miles
    Test number
    872662195813
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass47,340 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,340 miles
    Test number
    881616587280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,759 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,759 miles
    Test number
    878466636257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail45,737 miles (+1,064)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,737 miles
    Test number
    987605807040
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass44,673 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,673 miles
    Test number
    459836405288
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (7.1.2)

  12. Fail44,673 miles (+2,789)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,673 miles
    Test number
    257148938081
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (7.1.2)

  13. Pass41,884 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    41,884 miles
    Test number
    156842905026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,874 miles (+957)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,874 miles
    Test number
    954979996092
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass40,917 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,917 miles
    Test number
    549266555054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,913 miles (+4,371)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,913 miles
    Test number
    125245455010
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass36,542 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,542 miles
    Test number
    827306903154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,539 miles (+2,170)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,539 miles
    Test number
    997795703178
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass34,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,369 miles
    Test number
    246572202190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,369 miles (+3,294)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,369 miles
    Test number
    458122102131
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass31,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,075 miles
    Test number
    647609681070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail31,075 miles (+2,645)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,075 miles
    Test number
    137617881491
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass28,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,430 miles
    Test number
    293814500484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Fail28,430 miles (+2,816)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,430 miles
    Test number
    303404500140
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  25. Pass25,614 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,614 miles
    Test number
    192026479420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,024 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,024 miles
    Test number
    922710778124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,021 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,021 miles
    Test number
    721586667176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    11,301 miles
    Test number
    222889006052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FTF

Does LS52 FTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FTF expired on 31 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FTF?
The MOT on LS52 FTF expired on 31 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FTF done?
LS52 FTF was recorded at 54,797 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2024, an average of 2,392 miles a year.
Has LS52 FTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FTF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 FTF 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 FTF find?
LS52 FTF passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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