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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX02 DFAMOT history

LX02 DFA is a red petrol MINI first used on 14 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

LX02 DFA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
114,308 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2019
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 DFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 DFA was last recorded at 114,308 miles on 23 May 2019, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2014: 16,124 miles, lower than 69,845 miles on 15 May 2013.
  • 3 May 2018: 113,748 miles, lower than 114,488 miles on 18 May 2016.

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
114,305 miles · 22 May 2019
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 114,308 miles
  • 2018 – 113,748 miles
  • 2016 – 114,488 miles
  • 2015 – 114,036 miles
  • 2014 – 16,124 miles
  • 2013 – 69,845 miles
  • 2012 – 64,043 miles
  • 2011 – 58,593 miles
  • 2010 – 51,749 miles
  • 2009 – 46,116 miles
  • 2008 – 44,433 miles
  • 2007 – 38,563 miles
  • 2006 – 31,596 miles
  • 2005 – 23,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe / suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    267847295839
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe / suspension corroded
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. FailMileage not read1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    972675302616
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe / suspension corroded
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    834163152856
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminal insecure fit
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box rubber mount worn
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various rear suspension components

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    123747432324
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminal insecure fit
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box rubber mount worn
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various rear suspension components

  5. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    444949479149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    991076402976
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    508540443421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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))

  8. FailMileage not read2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    278912266773
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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))

  9. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    316569340834
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    786450964920
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    273862565404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass114,308 miles (+3)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,308 miles
    Test number
    568038677264
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail114,305 miles (+557)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,305 miles
    Test number
    278253303430
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass113,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    113,748 miles
    Test number
    837262982575
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rears (3.6.B.2c)

  15. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    638359237558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass114,488 miles (+452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    114,488 miles
    Test number
    198203803808
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  17. Pass114,036 miles (+97,912)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    114,036 miles
    Test number
    156871545134
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust back box outer shell corroding
    • NoteFuel filler cap sealing ring starting to perish
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit and wearing outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing outer edge
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass16,124 miles (-53,721)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    16,124 miles
    Test number
    948241744115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,845 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,845 miles
    Test number
    577105333121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,043 miles
    Test number
    977924742146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,043 miles (+5,450)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,043 miles
    Test number
    617304642126
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass58,593 miles (+6,844)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,593 miles
    Test number
    435315241118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,749 miles (+5,633)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,749 miles
    Test number
    421750440177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,116 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,116 miles
    Test number
    972067449194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,433 miles (+5,870)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,433 miles
    Test number
    780050398266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,563 miles (+6,967)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,563 miles
    Test number
    964993187268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,596 miles (+7,778)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,596 miles
    Test number
    751023006356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    23,818 miles
    Test number
    262804075233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 DFA

Does LX02 DFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 DFA expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 DFA?
The MOT on LX02 DFA expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 DFA done?
LX02 DFA was recorded at 114,308 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2019, an average of 6,634 miles a year.
Has LX02 DFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 DFA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX02 DFA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 DFA find?
LX02 DFA passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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