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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 KVCMOT history

LX52 KVC is a silver petrol MINI first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 52,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2025.

LX52 KVC silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2025
Mileage
52,977 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 KVC
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 23 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 KVC was last recorded at 52,977 miles on 16 Sept 2025, 1,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,496 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,481 miles
Average per year
2,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 52,977 miles
  • 2024 – 51,496 miles
  • 2023 – 50,460 miles
  • 2022 – 49,285 miles
  • 2021 – 47,380 miles
  • 2020 – 44,066 miles
  • 2019 – 42,492 miles
  • 2018 – 41,201 miles
  • 2017 – 39,656 miles
  • 2016 – 38,598 miles
  • 2015 – 36,856 miles
  • 2013 – 33,967 miles
  • 2012 – 33,124 miles
  • 2011 – 31,366 miles
  • 2010 – 29,294 miles
  • 2009 – 27,332 miles
  • 2008 – 24,028 miles
  • 2007 – 19,423 miles
  • 2006 – 14,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail52,977 miles
  • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnable to switch off wipers

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail52,977 miles (+1,481)2 dangerous2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,977 miles
    Test number
    154883402359
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to switch off wipers

  2. Pass51,496 miles (+1,036)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    51,496 miles
    Test number
    687132592119
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lens faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lens faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass50,460 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,460 miles
    Test number
    987483502987
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail50,458 miles (+1,173)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,458 miles
    Test number
    200312567978
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass49,285 miles (+18)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    49,285 miles
    Test number
    978903833615
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail49,267 miles (+1,887)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,267 miles
    Test number
    546160371092
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering is stiff in operation

  7. Pass47,380 miles (+3,314)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    47,380 miles
    Test number
    351485826190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass44,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    44,066 miles
    Test number
    213847217252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,061 miles (+1,569)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,061 miles
    Test number
    518803633087
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass42,492 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,492 miles
    Test number
    135982279066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail42,489 miles (+1,288)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,489 miles
    Test number
    522020202863
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test old tax disc removed (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass41,201 miles (+1,545)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,201 miles
    Test number
    629564933896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass39,656 miles (+1,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,656 miles
    Test number
    626697950358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass38,598 miles (+1,742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,598 miles
    Test number
    156328620050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBroken and exposed wires near offside headlight

  15. Pass36,856 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,856 miles
    Test number
    468730675149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePossible nest in engine bay

  16. Fail36,854 miles (+2,887)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,854 miles
    Test number
    258368665436
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePossible nest in engine bay

  17. Pass33,967 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,967 miles
    Test number
    865198813317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,124 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,124 miles
    Test number
    649683912343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,366 miles (+2,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,366 miles
    Test number
    849522111344
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,294 miles (+1,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,294 miles
    Test number
    163114310310
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,332 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,332 miles
    Test number
    910686099208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,028 miles (+4,605)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,028 miles
    Test number
    191869508344
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass19,423 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,423 miles
    Test number
    942235137286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,623 miles
    Test number
    814550456277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 KVC

Does LX52 KVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 KVC expired on 23 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 KVC?
The MOT on LX52 KVC expired on 23 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 KVC done?
LX52 KVC was recorded at 52,977 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2025, an average of 2,016 miles a year.
Has LX52 KVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 KVC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX52 KVC 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 KVC find?
LX52 KVC failed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: central brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective, and 9 more.

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