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Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LU51 BOWMOT history

LU51 BOW is a red petrol MINI first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2024.

LU51 BOW red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
111,394 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU51 BOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU51 BOW was last recorded at 111,394 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,393 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,394 miles
  • 2023 – 104,103 miles
  • 2021 – 99,517 miles
  • 2020 – 91,864 miles
  • 2019 – 87,807 miles
  • 2018 – 86,202 miles
  • 2017 – 83,337 miles
  • 2016 – 78,297 miles
  • 2014 – 71,177 miles
  • 2013 – 64,416 miles
  • 2012 – 57,781 miles
  • 2011 – 45,212 miles
  • 2010 – 36,331 miles
  • 2009 – 27,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,394 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Undercovers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,394 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,394 miles
    Test number
    875515522358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,393 miles (+7,290)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    201032968119
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass104,103 miles (+4,586)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,103 miles
    Test number
    129653738235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,517 miles (+7,653)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,517 miles
    Test number
    833340774122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,864 miles (+4,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,864 miles
    Test number
    756492175240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear calliper slightly binding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper lightly binding.

  6. Pass87,807 miles (+1,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,807 miles
    Test number
    968661710967
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs very poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm, worn on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes sticking

  7. Pass86,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,202 miles
    Test number
    628232131730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,202 miles (+2,865)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,202 miles
    Test number
    286982572584
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  9. Pass83,337 miles (+5,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    354607109915
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  10. Pass78,297 miles (+7,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,297 miles
    Test number
    544327823279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  11. Pass71,177 miles (+6,761)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    71,177 miles
    Test number
    686165934370
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass64,416 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,416 miles
    Test number
    338044833345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,781 miles (+12,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,781 miles
    Test number
    529861632338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass45,212 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    699814031357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,331 miles (+8,610)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,331 miles
    Test number
    483060530421
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass27,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,721 miles
    Test number
    602313509335
    • 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)

Questions about LU51 BOW

Does LU51 BOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU51 BOW expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU51 BOW?
The MOT on LU51 BOW expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU51 BOW done?
LU51 BOW was recorded at 111,394 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024, an average of 5,649 miles a year.
Has LU51 BOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU51 BOW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LU51 BOW 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 LU51 BOW find?
LU51 BOW passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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