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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX02 ZLEMOT history

LX02 ZLE is a red petrol MINI first used on 23 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 57,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

LX02 ZLE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
57,888 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 ZLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 ZLE was last recorded at 57,888 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 4,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
53,447 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,441 miles
Average per year
2,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,888 miles
  • 2025 – 53,447 miles
  • 2024 – 45,820 miles
  • 2023 – 37,653 miles
  • 2022 – 30,180 miles
  • 2020 – 25,501 miles
  • 2019 – 24,222 miles
  • 2018 – 23,581 miles
  • 2017 – 22,598 miles
  • 2016 – 21,304 miles
  • 2015 – 20,736 miles
  • 2014 – 19,715 miles
  • 2013 – 17,887 miles
  • 2012 – 16,173 miles
  • 2011 – 14,519 miles
  • 2010 – 13,530 miles
  • 2009 – 12,198 miles
  • 2008 – 10,527 miles
  • 2007 – 8,662 miles
  • 2006 – 7,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise age of both rear tyres over 10 years old.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear exhaust section corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,888 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    57,888 miles
    Test number
    271934708867
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  2. Fail57,888 miles (+4,441)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,888 miles
    Test number
    477215135841
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH FRONT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass53,447 miles (+7,627)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    53,447 miles
    Test number
    889061951360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH,175/65/14 84H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm,175/65/14 84H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm,175/65/14 84H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  4. Pass45,820 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    45,820 miles
    Test number
    428478364530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear4 exhaust box corroded and slight blow

  5. Fail45,820 miles (+8,167)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,820 miles
    Test number
    343373109849
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear4 exhaust box corroded and slight blow

  6. Pass37,653 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    37,653 miles
    Test number
    399399388221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and slight blow

  7. Fail37,653 miles (+7,473)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,653 miles
    Test number
    144231240159
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and slight blow

  8. Pass30,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    30,180 miles
    Test number
    798596723172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    950918571304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryAdvise age of both rear tyres over 10 years old.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  10. FailMileage not read1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    857930704706
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryAdvise age of both rear tyres over 10 years old.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  11. Pass25,501 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,501 miles
    Test number
    497363618140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,222 miles
    Test number
    265841409104
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  13. Fail24,222 miles (+641)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,222 miles
    Test number
    939466414691
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  14. Pass23,581 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    23,581 miles
    Test number
    507355462526
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box casing slightly corroded

  15. Fail23,581 miles (+983)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,581 miles
    Test number
    272474252843
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box casing slightly corroded

  16. Pass22,598 miles (+1,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    22,598 miles
    Test number
    354557907506
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

  17. Pass21,304 miles (+568)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,304 miles
    Test number
    918710024042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,736 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    20,736 miles
    Test number
    405588215125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,715 miles (+1,828)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    19,715 miles
    Test number
    656922024156
    • NotePowered steering noisy
    • NoteSteering top bush slighly creeking

  20. Pass17,887 miles (+1,714)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    17,887 miles
    Test number
    948763213197
    • NoteO/s/f wearing on edge

  21. Pass16,173 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    16,173 miles
    Test number
    275948202481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,519 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,519 miles
    Test number
    219379601437
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  23. Fail14,518 miles (+988)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,518 miles
    Test number
    847689601139
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  24. Pass13,530 miles (+1,332)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    13,530 miles
    Test number
    590019100195
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  25. Pass12,198 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    12,198 miles
    Test number
    213927509495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,527 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    10,527 miles
    Test number
    280104118405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,662 miles (+1,397)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    8,662 miles
    Test number
    372435117113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,265 miles
    Test number
    371142926122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 ZLE

Does LX02 ZLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 ZLE is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 ZLE?
The MOT on LX02 ZLE is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 ZLE done?
LX02 ZLE was recorded at 57,888 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 2,488 miles a year.
Has LX02 ZLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 ZLE has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 ZLE 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 LX02 ZLE find?
LX02 ZLE passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear; rear exhaust box corroded.

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