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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 PBOMOT history

LS52 PBO is a grey petrol MINI first used on 18 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 43,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

LS52 PBO grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
43,422 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 PBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 PBO was last recorded at 43,422 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 3,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,321 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,101 miles
Average per year
1,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 43,422 miles
  • 2024 – 40,321 miles
  • 2023 – 37,496 miles
  • 2022 – 35,198 miles
  • 2021 – 32,777 miles
  • 2020 – 30,713 miles
  • 2019 – 28,984 miles
  • 2018 – 26,183 miles
  • 2017 – 23,475 miles
  • 2016 – 20,683 miles
  • 2015 – 18,245 miles
  • 2014 – 15,752 miles
  • 2013 – 13,410 miles
  • 2012 – 11,633 miles
  • 2010 – 8,714 miles
  • 2009 – 7,918 miles
  • 2008 – 6,614 miles
  • 2007 – 6,337 miles
  • 2006 – 5,591 miles
  • 2005 – 5,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,422 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers belt (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE 205/45/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front SEAT BELT FLUFFED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Child seat fitted not allowing testing of seats & belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,422 miles (+3,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    43,422 miles
    Test number
    981934068703
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers belt (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass40,321 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    40,321 miles
    Test number
    639921977429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail40,318 miles (+2,822)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,318 miles
    Test number
    337639949225
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass37,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    37,496 miles
    Test number
    218448280610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge from inside (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail37,494 miles (+2,296)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    961745703978
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge from inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo revers light

  6. Pass35,198 miles (+2,421)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    35,198 miles
    Test number
    362415082324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    32,777 miles
    Test number
    403787113189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail32,775 miles (+2,062)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,775 miles
    Test number
    213348970960
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking steering rack pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass30,713 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    385609513912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,984 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,984 miles
    Test number
    828644146078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass26,183 miles (+2,708)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    26,183 miles
    Test number
    351723786891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    23,475 miles
    Test number
    361816799949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE 205/45/17
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SEAT BELT FLUFFED

  13. Fail23,475 miles (+2,792)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,475 miles
    Test number
    855241257731
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBRAKE FLUID LOW
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE 205/45/17
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SEAT BELT FLUFFED

  14. Pass20,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    20,683 miles
    Test number
    927582622881
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail20,683 miles (+2,438)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,683 miles
    Test number
    770197566350
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine had no oil in it.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust bracket is broken on the silencer.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass18,245 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    18,245 miles
    Test number
    929689280924
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing testing of seats & belt

  17. Fail18,245 miles (+2,493)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,245 miles
    Test number
    892773240260
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing testing of seats & belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass15,752 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    15,752 miles
    Test number
    527615424336
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail15,752 miles (+2,342)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,752 miles
    Test number
    285513724359
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass13,410 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    13,410 miles
    Test number
    896643923338
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriorating

  21. Fail13,410 miles (+1,777)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,410 miles
    Test number
    465882823448
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriorating

  22. Pass11,633 miles (+2,919)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    11,633 miles
    Test number
    139954422359
    • NoteOff side / near side rear tyres has slight crackes

  23. Pass8,714 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    8,714 miles
    Test number
    431547230487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,918 miles (+1,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    7,918 miles
    Test number
    241524529332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail6,614 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,614 miles
    Test number
    424282218414
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass6,614 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    6,614 miles
    Test number
    591072318341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,337 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    6,337 miles
    Test number
    744805337333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass5,591 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    5,591 miles
    Test number
    422236736407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail5,083 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,083 miles
    Test number
    410459135350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  30. Pass5,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    5,083 miles
    Test number
    943369035385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 PBO

Does LS52 PBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 PBO is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 PBO?
The MOT on LS52 PBO is valid until 2 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 PBO done?
LS52 PBO was recorded at 43,422 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 1,920 miles a year.
Has LS52 PBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 PBO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 PBO 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 PBO find?
LS52 PBO passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers belt.

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