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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 WHDMOT history

LS52 WHD is a green petrol MINI first used on 25 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LS52 WHD green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
73,678 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 WHD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 WHD was last recorded at 73,678 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,705 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,973 miles
Average per year
3,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,678 miles
  • 2024 – 71,705 miles
  • 2023 – 67,864 miles
  • 2022 – 65,733 miles
  • 2021 – 62,104 miles
  • 2020 – 61,921 miles
  • 2019 – 60,837 miles
  • 2018 – 59,875 miles
  • 2017 – 58,361 miles
  • 2016 – 49,559 miles
  • 2015 – 45,598 miles
  • 2014 – 41,678 miles
  • 2013 – 35,880 miles
  • 2012 – 29,229 miles
  • 2011 – 26,509 miles
  • 2010 – 23,694 miles
  • 2009 – 20,786 miles
  • 2008 – 17,188 miles
  • 2007 – 13,956 miles
  • 2006 – 11,151 miles
  • 2005 – 8,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,678 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    73,678 miles
    Test number
    551308687010
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail73,678 miles (+1,973)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,678 miles
    Test number
    812592797031
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass71,705 miles (+3,841)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    71,705 miles
    Test number
    167271639947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,864 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    67,864 miles
    Test number
    688344515972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    796720344260
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  6. Fail65,733 miles (+3,629)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    605616618005
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  7. Pass62,104 miles (+183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    62,104 miles
    Test number
    255588574539
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  8. Pass61,921 miles (+1,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,921 miles
    Test number
    261449683704
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass60,837 miles (+962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,837 miles
    Test number
    727918689584
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass59,875 miles (+1,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    59,875 miles
    Test number
    350719645712
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Pass58,361 miles (+8,802)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    58,361 miles
    Test number
    650462078011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,559 miles (+3,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,559 miles
    Test number
    407375514370
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres has cracks in tread
  13. Pass45,598 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,598 miles
    Test number
    241441065296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,678 miles (+5,798)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,678 miles
    Test number
    606015014346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,880 miles (+6,651)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,880 miles
    Test number
    815010713390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,229 miles (+2,720)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,229 miles
    Test number
    415274812310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHeavy corrosion on rear silencer
  17. Pass26,509 miles (+2,815)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,509 miles
    Test number
    335805401322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,694 miles
    Test number
    254835210385
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Fail23,694 miles (+2,908)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,694 miles
    Test number
    913795510312
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass20,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,786 miles
    Test number
    183811529389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail20,786 miles (+3,598)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,786 miles
    Test number
    402631129392
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  22. Pass17,188 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    17,188 miles
    Test number
    880257028369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,956 miles (+2,805)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    13,956 miles
    Test number
    934987617361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,151 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    11,151 miles
    Test number
    723332426314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    8,710 miles
    Test number
    453352635372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 WHD

Does LS52 WHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 WHD is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 WHD?
The MOT on LS52 WHD is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 WHD done?
LS52 WHD was recorded at 73,678 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 3,253 miles a year.
Has LS52 WHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 WHD has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 WHD 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 WHD find?
LS52 WHD passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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