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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LT52 ECXMOT history

LT52 ECX is a black petrol MINI first used on 1 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LT52 ECX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
114,161 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 ECX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 ECX was last recorded at 114,161 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,149 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,161 miles
  • 2025 – 107,239 miles
  • 2024 – 106,703 miles
  • 2022 – 106,388 miles
  • 2020 – 105,497 miles
  • 2019 – 104,107 miles
  • 2018 – 98,534 miles
  • 2017 – 93,069 miles
  • 2014 – 90,783 miles
  • 2013 – 85,805 miles
  • 2012 – 78,578 miles
  • 2011 – 63,563 miles
  • 2009 – 49,830 miles
  • 2008 – 35,447 miles
  • 2007 – 27,873 miles
  • 2006 – 18,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,161 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut mounts started to split both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,161 miles (+12)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    114,161 miles
    Test number
    845191693402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut mounts started to split both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail114,149 miles (+6,910)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,149 miles
    Test number
    322745164781
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut mounts started to split both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass107,239 miles (+536)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,239 miles
    Test number
    588424137361
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All sides front & rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both shocks corroded

  4. Pass106,703 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,703 miles
    Test number
    872185905816
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail106,703 miles (+315)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,703 miles
    Test number
    927943438469
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass106,388 miles (+891)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,388 miles
    Test number
    352115089631
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  7. Pass105,497 miles (+1,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,497 miles
    Test number
    802546781384
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass104,107 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,107 miles
    Test number
    313040175970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail104,004 miles (+5,470)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,004 miles
    Test number
    821564588726
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,534 miles
    Test number
    290447528535
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail98,534 miles (+5,465)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,534 miles
    Test number
    529600482398
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass93,069 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,069 miles
    Test number
    160389816477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail93,069 miles (+2,286)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,069 miles
    Test number
    287408499960
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass90,783 miles (+4,978)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,783 miles
    Test number
    285871534384
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread worn uneveny on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread worn unevenly on inner edge

  15. Pass85,805 miles (+7,227)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    85,805 miles
    Test number
    638605643333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,578 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,578 miles
    Test number
    215820142319
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass78,578 miles (+6,109)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,578 miles
    Test number
    235800842350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    307505322065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,469 miles (+8,906)6 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    117888812462
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteCoolant bottle empty
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2.9mm
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted suggest replacement

  20. Fail63,563 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,563 miles
    Test number
    136528401042
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass63,563 miles (+13,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,563 miles
    Test number
    908838301093
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass49,830 miles (+14,383)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,830 miles
    Test number
    573172049356
    • NoteRear number plate poor

  23. Pass35,447 miles (+7,574)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,447 miles
    Test number
    340234798499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,873 miles (+9,862)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    27,873 miles
    Test number
    531607527390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,011 miles
    Test number
    131064156311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT52 ECX

Does LT52 ECX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT52 ECX is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT52 ECX?
The MOT on LT52 ECX is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT52 ECX done?
LT52 ECX was recorded at 114,161 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 4,976 miles a year.
Has LT52 ECX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 ECX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LT52 ECX 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 LT52 ECX find?
LT52 ECX passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front on inner braking surface; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal brake pipes; front upper macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut mounts started to split both front, and 6 more.

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