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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX02 EVFMOT history

LX02 EVF is a black petrol MINI first used on 8 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

LX02 EVF black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,431 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 EVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 EVF was last recorded at 90,431 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 1,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jul 2017: 74,009 miles, lower than 74,099 miles on 25 Jul 2017.

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
89,227 miles · 24 May 2023
Between the last two tests
1,204 miles
Average per year
3,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,431 miles
  • 2023 – 89,227 miles
  • 2022 – 80,408 miles
  • 2021 – 78,187 miles
  • 2019 – 76,608 miles
  • 2018 – 75,445 miles
  • 2017 – 74,009 miles
  • 2016 – 71,720 miles
  • 2015 – 67,967 miles
  • 2014 – 64,615 miles
  • 2013 – 58,297 miles
  • 2012 – 52,530 miles
  • 2011 – 46,092 miles
  • 2010 – 41,531 miles
  • 2009 – 32,318 miles
  • 2008 – 26,097 miles
  • 2007 – 22,886 miles
  • 2006 – 19,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,431 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle has oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear discs pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,431 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,431 miles
    Test number
    270706731922
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail90,431 miles (+1,204)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,431 miles
    Test number
    420897398596
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass89,227 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,227 miles
    Test number
    612775212157
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has oil leak

  4. Fail89,227 miles (+8,819)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,227 miles
    Test number
    912275771142
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has oil leak

  5. Pass80,408 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,408 miles
    Test number
    334722511538
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp levelling switch missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 discs pitted

  6. Fail80,406 miles (+2,219)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,406 miles
    Test number
    775107195808
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 discs pitted

  7. Pass78,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,187 miles
    Test number
    901428140795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,187 miles (+1,579)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,187 miles
    Test number
    910759594494
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass76,608 miles (+1,163)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    281270484318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,445 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    234693578285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,009 miles (-90)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,009 miles
    Test number
    575890496436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,099 miles (+2,379)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,099 miles
    Test number
    228946220320
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  13. Pass71,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,720 miles
    Test number
    932008606787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,720 miles (+3,753)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,720 miles
    Test number
    143163104021
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has an insecurely locked unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass67,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,967 miles
    Test number
    335888515284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,967 miles (+3,352)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,967 miles
    Test number
    326218615493
    • FailureOffside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass64,615 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    64,615 miles
    Test number
    366014824202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,297 miles (+5,767)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,297 miles
    Test number
    569734423289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,530 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,530 miles
    Test number
    416669902292
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRun flat light on, Airbag light on, rear brake pads worn near to minimum, oil at minimum.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass52,530 miles (+6,438)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,530 miles
    Test number
    498689102243
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRun flat light on, Airbag light on, rear brake pads worn near to minimum, oil at minimum.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass46,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    386297101463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,092 miles (+4,561)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    699377901263
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  23. Pass41,531 miles (+9,213)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,531 miles
    Test number
    153119300283
    • NoteWipers worn.exhaust rusting.oil level below min.

  24. Pass32,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,318 miles
    Test number
    621024659047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,318 miles (+6,221)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,318 miles
    Test number
    900034859093
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass26,097 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,097 miles
    Test number
    182339058050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail22,886 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,886 miles
    Test number
    274329857090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass22,886 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,886 miles
    Test number
    701249557073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,746 miles
    Test number
    354526566064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 EVF

Does LX02 EVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 EVF is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 EVF?
The MOT on LX02 EVF is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 EVF done?
LX02 EVF was recorded at 90,431 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 3,468 miles a year.
Has LX02 EVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 EVF has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 EVF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX02 EVF find?
LX02 EVF passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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