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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 FVKMOT history

LX52 FVK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 9 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

LX52 FVK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
57,649 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 FVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 FVK was last recorded at 57,649 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 826 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,823 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
826 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,649 miles
  • 2024 – 56,823 miles
  • 2023 – 56,288 miles
  • 2022 – 55,372 miles
  • 2021 – 54,023 miles
  • 2020 – 52,875 miles
  • 2019 – 52,317 miles
  • 2018 – 49,583 miles
  • 2017 – 46,712 miles
  • 2016 – 44,021 miles
  • 2015 – 42,040 miles
  • 2014 – 39,782 miles
  • 2013 – 37,366 miles
  • 2012 – 34,809 miles
  • 2011 – 32,376 miles
  • 2010 – 30,200 miles
  • 2009 – 28,296 miles
  • 2008 – 26,496 miles
  • 2007 – 24,579 miles
  • 2006 – 22,294 miles
  • 2005 – 19,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,649 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both rear brakepipes rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • O/side front trackrod end balljoint has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass57,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    57,649 miles
    Test number
    420316833569
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail57,649 miles (+826)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,649 miles
    Test number
    786170365380
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass56,823 miles (+535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    978021853515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and components have surface rust.

  4. Pass56,288 miles (+916)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    56,288 miles
    Test number
    878929342992
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass55,372 miles (+1,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    55,372 miles
    Test number
    873318462732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass54,023 miles (+1,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,023 miles
    Test number
    585809415261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass52,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,875 miles
    Test number
    818209005698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail52,875 miles (+558)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,875 miles
    Test number
    776872825776
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass52,317 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,317 miles
    Test number
    500359379995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail52,307 miles (+2,724)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,307 miles
    Test number
    246501178833
    • MajorOffside Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass49,583 miles (+2,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    294171383624
    • 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))

  12. Pass46,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,712 miles
    Test number
    591328318457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail46,712 miles (+2,691)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,712 miles
    Test number
    245886731466
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass44,021 miles (+1,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,021 miles
    Test number
    377440381274
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakepipes rusting
    • AdvisoryO/side front trackrod end balljoint has play

  15. Pass42,040 miles (+2,258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,040 miles
    Test number
    255920825923
    • AdvisoryBoth n/side rear exhaust backbox brackets rusting
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakepipes rusting
    • AdvisoryO/side front trackrod end balljoint has play

  16. Pass39,782 miles (+2,416)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,782 miles
    Test number
    749627454361
    • NoteN/side front tyre cracking in between tread
    • NoteO/side rear brakepipe rusting.
    • NoteO/side rear tyre cracking inbetween tread
    • NoteO/side trackrod end balljoint has play

  17. Pass37,366 miles (+2,557)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,366 miles
    Test number
    415001463336
    • NoteO/side rear brakepipe rusting.
    • NotePlay in o/side trackrod end balljoint

  18. Pass34,809 miles (+2,433)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,809 miles
    Test number
    738580352317
    • NoteFront brakepads on legal limit. play in o/side trackrod end balljoint. o/side front tyre cracking on inner wall. o/side rear brakepipe rusting

  19. Pass32,376 miles (+2,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,376 miles
    Test number
    439285151345
    • NoteFRONT & REAR BRAKEPADS WEARING

  20. Pass30,200 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,200 miles
    Test number
    192440050302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,296 miles (+1,800)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,296 miles
    Test number
    973266249385
    • NoteO/S REAR BRAKEPADS NEAR LEGAL LIMIT

  22. Pass26,496 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,496 miles
    Test number
    124625558338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,579 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,579 miles
    Test number
    771063057350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,294 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,294 miles
    Test number
    203226146396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    19,711 miles
    Test number
    710752665320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 FVK

Does LX52 FVK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 FVK is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX52 FVK?
The MOT on LX52 FVK is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 FVK done?
LX52 FVK was recorded at 57,649 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has LX52 FVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 FVK has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LX52 FVK 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 FVK find?
LX52 FVK passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside.

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