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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS52 WLLMOT history

LS52 WLL is a red petrol MINI first used on 2 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 155,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

LS52 WLL red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
155,841 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 WLL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 WLL was last recorded at 155,841 miles on 1 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,840 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,841 miles
  • 2025 – 148,371 miles
  • 2024 – 144,659 miles
  • 2023 – 140,660 miles
  • 2022 – 137,124 miles
  • 2021 – 132,059 miles
  • 2020 – 127,342 miles
  • 2019 – 119,625 miles
  • 2018 – 108,004 miles
  • 2017 – 102,412 miles
  • 2016 – 91,262 miles
  • 2015 – 86,037 miles
  • 2014 – 78,008 miles
  • 2013 – 74,217 miles
  • 2012 – 70,357 miles
  • 2011 – 63,972 miles
  • 2010 – 56,899 miles
  • 2009 – 50,005 miles
  • 2008 – 44,007 miles
  • 2006 – 36,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,841 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,841 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    155,841 miles
    Test number
    694674096586
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  2. Fail155,840 miles (+7,469)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,840 miles
    Test number
    758682061867
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  3. Pass148,371 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    148,371 miles
    Test number
    436622263484
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil along underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps heavily corroded
  4. Fail148,371 miles (+3,712)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,371 miles
    Test number
    159778828304
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil along underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps heavily corroded
  5. Pass144,659 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,659 miles
    Test number
    837927146586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,660 miles (+3,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,660 miles
    Test number
    842464519713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass137,124 miles (+5,065)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,124 miles
    Test number
    812759382241
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass132,059 miles (+4,717)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,059 miles
    Test number
    129443668816
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated
  9. Pass127,342 miles (+7,717)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,342 miles
    Test number
    402098269136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,625 miles
    Test number
    918165632205
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail119,623 miles (+11,619)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,623 miles
    Test number
    834828509434
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass108,004 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,004 miles
    Test number
    282764717033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Fail108,004 miles (+5,592)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,004 miles
    Test number
    279507265340
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass102,412 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,412 miles
    Test number
    572764745041
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen is cracked but does not adversely affect the drivers view.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And wearing on inner edges. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail102,412 miles (+11,150)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,412 miles
    Test number
    132634336786
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen is cracked but does not adversely affect the drivers view.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And wearing on inner edges. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass91,262 miles (+5,225)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,262 miles
    Test number
    975733547231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
  17. Fail86,037 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,037 miles
    Test number
    188443875017
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak at sump
  18. Pass86,037 miles (+8,029)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,037 miles
    Test number
    358403075098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak at sump
  19. Pass78,008 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    198877474083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyres worn nearly to limit
  20. Fail78,008 miles (+3,791)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    847144174000
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyres worn nearly to limit
  21. Pass74,217 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    74,217 miles
    Test number
    869163953044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,357 miles (+6,385)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,357 miles
    Test number
    648595232033
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Fail63,972 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,972 miles
    Test number
    338632421064
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass63,972 miles (+7,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    63,972 miles
    Test number
    586482721076
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  25. Pass56,899 miles (+6,894)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,899 miles
    Test number
    114611650052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,005 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,005 miles
    Test number
    882695339047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,996 miles (+5,989)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    860704139015
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  28. Pass44,007 miles (+7,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,007 miles
    Test number
    194943858034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  29. Fail36,487 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,487 miles
    Test number
    110018536373
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass36,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,487 miles
    Test number
    584948736385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 WLL

Does LS52 WLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 WLL is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 WLL?
The MOT on LS52 WLL is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 WLL done?
LS52 WLL was recorded at 155,841 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 6,150 miles a year.
Has LS52 WLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 WLL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 WLL 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 WLL find?
LS52 WLL passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst joint; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 3 more.

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