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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS52 WGDMOT history

LS52 WGD is a grey petrol MINI first used on 3 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2025.

LS52 WGD grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
100,333 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 WGD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 WGD was last recorded at 100,333 miles on 10 Sept 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jul 2015: 8,320 miles, lower than 77,858 miles on 25 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,320 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,333 miles
  • 2023 – 99,449 miles
  • 2021 – 97,601 miles
  • 2018 – 95,111 miles
  • 2017 – 91,805 miles
  • 2016 – 88,062 miles
  • 2015 – 83,192 miles
  • 2014 – 77,858 miles
  • 2013 – 75,074 miles
  • 2012 – 72,153 miles
  • 2011 – 69,110 miles
  • 2010 – 65,576 miles
  • 2009 – 59,114 miles
  • 2008 – 48,938 miles
  • 2007 – 42,445 miles
  • 2006 – 31,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,333 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,333 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,333 miles
    Test number
    993262690592
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,320 miles (+871)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,320 miles
    Test number
    496136682186
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,449 miles (+1,848)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,449 miles
    Test number
    426207236101
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass97,601 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,601 miles
    Test number
    549712901325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail97,597 miles (+45)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    406849886137
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail97,552 miles (+2,441)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,552 miles
    Test number
    391640872873
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake hose not clipped in securing bracket
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing across screen

  7. Pass95,111 miles (+3,306)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,111 miles
    Test number
    452018174015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,805 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    91,805 miles
    Test number
    466080755630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,708 miles (+3,646)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,708 miles
    Test number
    868672664377
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  10. Pass88,062 miles (+4,870)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,062 miles
    Test number
    189006878115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,192 miles (+74,872)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,192 miles
    Test number
    726929005279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail8,320 miles (-69,538)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,320 miles
    Test number
    246175505225
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass77,858 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,858 miles
    Test number
    379426304255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,074 miles
    Test number
    106519913135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,074 miles (+2,921)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,074 miles
    Test number
    819709013125
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass72,153 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    217233832117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine noisy
    • NoteTpms light flashing on dashboard

  17. Fail72,153 miles (+3,043)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    276103332401
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine noisy
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split
    • NoteTpms light flashing on dashboard

  18. Pass69,110 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,110 miles
    Test number
    608477221120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,576 miles
    Test number
    542473330182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail65,576 miles (+6,462)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,576 miles
    Test number
    551221530161
    • FailureNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,114 miles (+10,176)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,114 miles
    Test number
    301129829128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,938 miles
    Test number
    523020028198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,938 miles (+6,493)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,938 miles
    Test number
    690850228163
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  24. Pass42,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,445 miles
    Test number
    134082737195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,445 miles (+11,304)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,445 miles
    Test number
    240062837419
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass31,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,141 miles
    Test number
    373705866180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 WGD

Does LS52 WGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 WGD expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 WGD?
The MOT on LS52 WGD expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 WGD done?
LS52 WGD was recorded at 100,333 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2025, an average of 3,596 miles a year.
Has LS52 WGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 WGD has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 WGD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS52 WGD find?
LS52 WGD passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp reflector slightly defective both front; coolant leak; oil leak, but not excessive.

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