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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 FTFMOT history

LX52 FTF is a silver petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

LX52 FTF silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2024
Mileage
111,826 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 FTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 FTF was last recorded at 111,826 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,488 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
338 miles
Average per year
3,905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,826 miles
  • 2022 – 87,256 miles
  • 2021 – 71,711 miles
  • 2020 – 69,799 miles
  • 2019 – 68,688 miles
  • 2018 – 67,162 miles
  • 2017 – 66,244 miles
  • 2016 – 60,516 miles
  • 2015 – 58,350 miles
  • 2014 – 57,054 miles
  • 2013 – 55,008 miles
  • 2012 – 53,210 miles
  • 2011 – 52,140 miles
  • 2010 – 50,856 miles
  • 2009 – 49,479 miles
  • 2008 – 48,148 miles
  • 2007 – 46,849 miles
  • 2006 – 45,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,826 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,826 miles (+338)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,826 miles
    Test number
    370877429870
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail111,488 miles (+24,232)5 dangerous5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,488 miles
    Test number
    287559224390
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass87,256 miles (+53)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,256 miles
    Test number
    654024492989
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail87,203 miles (+15,492)1 dangerous3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,203 miles
    Test number
    922285126722
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight uneven wear - o/s/r tyre

  5. Pass71,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    141714585648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail71,711 miles (+1,912)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    609100788498
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass69,799 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,799 miles
    Test number
    150903879875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,688 miles
    Test number
    715662598058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,688 miles (+1,526)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,688 miles
    Test number
    681884569421
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass67,162 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,162 miles
    Test number
    596933654587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,244 miles
    Test number
    419942111015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,244 miles (+5,728)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,244 miles
    Test number
    159652022361
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass60,516 miles (+2,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,516 miles
    Test number
    462885413603
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass58,350 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,350 miles
    Test number
    529132325275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,054 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,054 miles
    Test number
    858217124233
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  16. Fail57,052 miles (+2,044)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,052 miles
    Test number
    998996424251
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass55,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,008 miles
    Test number
    917995823249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,008 miles (+1,798)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,008 miles
    Test number
    389705423254
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass53,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,210 miles
    Test number
    126263632269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,210 miles (+1,070)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,210 miles
    Test number
    879323632274
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass52,140 miles (+1,284)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    52,140 miles
    Test number
    445514331260
    • NoteRear tyres aged

  22. Pass50,856 miles (+1,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,856 miles
    Test number
    553926230234
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  23. Pass49,479 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,479 miles
    Test number
    630123439207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,474 miles (+1,326)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,474 miles
    Test number
    821821639213
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass48,148 miles (+1,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,148 miles
    Test number
    600651228215
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass46,849 miles (+1,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,849 miles
    Test number
    184686527254
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass45,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,331 miles
    Test number
    663177936255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 FTF

Does LX52 FTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 FTF expired on 4 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 FTF?
The MOT on LX52 FTF expired on 4 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 FTF done?
LX52 FTF was recorded at 111,826 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 3,905 miles a year.
Has LX52 FTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 FTF has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 FTF 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 LX52 FTF find?
LX52 FTF passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 3 more.

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