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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FTPMOT history

LS52 FTP is a red petrol MINI first used on 8 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 145,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2024.

LS52 FTP red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2025
Mileage
145,851 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FTP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FTP was last recorded at 145,851 miles on 4 Jul 2024, 11,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,595 miles · 31 May 2017
Between the last two tests
11,256 miles
Average per year
7,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 145,851 miles
  • 2017 – 134,595 miles
  • 2016 – 126,491 miles
  • 2015 – 112,938 miles
  • 2014 – 104,102 miles
  • 2013 – 94,756 miles
  • 2012 – 84,247 miles
  • 2011 – 76,821 miles
  • 2010 – 63,606 miles
  • 2009 – 48,266 miles
  • 2008 – 31,319 miles
  • 2007 – 17,479 miles
  • 2006 – 14,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,851 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on track control arm worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on track control arm worn. (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass145,851 miles (+11,256)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    145,851 miles
    Test number
    618515120692
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on track control arm worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush on track control arm worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,595 miles (+8,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,595 miles
    Test number
    153426208768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Rear bush on arm. (2.5.B.2b)

  3. Pass126,491 miles (+13,553)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    126,491 miles
    Test number
    343492037537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,938 miles (+8,836)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    112,938 miles
    Test number
    505205635115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,102 miles (+9,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    104,102 miles
    Test number
    597112024195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass94,756 miles (+10,509)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,756 miles
    Test number
    647607323181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,247 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,247 miles
    Test number
    165724122172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail84,234 miles (+7,413)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,234 miles
    Test number
    307048612199
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass76,821 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,821 miles
    Test number
    119954261114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs substantially worn and corroded

  10. Fail76,821 miles (+13,215)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,821 miles
    Test number
    205434361453
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake discs substantially worn and corroded

  11. Pass63,606 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    211372920292
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  12. Fail63,606 miles (+15,340)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    730142620269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  13. Pass48,266 miles1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    781137389111
    • DangerousBoth front tyres devoid of outer treads
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail48,266 miles (+16,947)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    942024689141
    • DangerousBoth front tyres devoid of outer treads
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass31,319 miles (+13,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,319 miles
    Test number
    683585388190
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  16. Pass17,479 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,479 miles
    Test number
    261667697433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,171 miles (+19)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,171 miles
    Test number
    402362316344
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  18. Fail14,152 miles1 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,152 miles
    Test number
    473451216410
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about LS52 FTP

Does LS52 FTP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FTP expired on 3 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FTP?
The MOT on LS52 FTP expired on 3 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FTP done?
LS52 FTP was recorded at 145,851 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2024, an average of 7,459 miles a year.
Has LS52 FTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FTP has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on LS52 FTP 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 FTP find?
LS52 FTP passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on track control arm worn.; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on track control arm worn..

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