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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 KVSMOT history

LX52 KVS is a blue petrol MINI first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 114,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

LX52 KVS blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2024
Mileage
114,884 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 KVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 KVS was last recorded at 114,884 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,884 miles · 1 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,884 miles
  • 2022 – 110,565 miles
  • 2020 – 105,566 miles
  • 2019 – 96,962 miles
  • 2018 – 93,656 miles
  • 2017 – 88,016 miles
  • 2016 – 80,059 miles
  • 2014 – 73,000 miles
  • 2013 – 66,582 miles
  • 2012 – 61,581 miles
  • 2011 – 55,574 miles
  • 2010 – 46,857 miles
  • 2009 – 40,597 miles
  • 2008 – 33,866 miles
  • 2007 – 28,087 miles
  • 2006 – 22,702 miles
  • 2005 – 16,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,884 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front 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

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,884 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    114,884 miles
    Test number
    809656969604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail114,884 miles (+4,319)10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,884 miles
    Test number
    845705504712
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,565 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,565 miles
    Test number
    516912866239
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail110,565 miles (+4,999)1 dangerous7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,565 miles
    Test number
    413218999552
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to vehicle overheating during test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,566 miles (+8,604)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,566 miles
    Test number
    250252601586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,962 miles
    Test number
    929598311900
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT LOWERS THE REAR OF THE ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,962 miles (+3,306)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,962 miles
    Test number
    720955810014
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT LOWERS THE REAR OF THE ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,656 miles (+5,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,656 miles
    Test number
    839538690054
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass88,016 miles (+7,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,016 miles
    Test number
    253759683927
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass80,059 miles (+7,059)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,059 miles
    Test number
    327999306185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass73,000 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    125659014399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,958 miles (+6,376)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    477087914418
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass66,582 miles (+5,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,582 miles
    Test number
    458380413314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  14. Pass61,581 miles (+31)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,581 miles
    Test number
    499547412438
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  15. Fail61,550 miles (+5,976)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,550 miles
    Test number
    958903012337
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  16. Pass55,574 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,574 miles
    Test number
    567899011323
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail55,542 miles (+8,685)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,542 miles
    Test number
    459673211488
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail46,857 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    730295240217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass46,857 miles (+6,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    822795840223
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail40,597 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,597 miles
    Test number
    312481759264
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass40,597 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,597 miles
    Test number
    701241159286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,866 miles (+5,779)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,866 miles
    Test number
    423135548249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,087 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,087 miles
    Test number
    343808227492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,044 miles (+5,342)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,044 miles
    Test number
    314887027464
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil level very low

  25. Pass22,702 miles (+6,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,702 miles
    Test number
    644682546290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass16,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    16,604 miles
    Test number
    542152545238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX52 KVS

Does LX52 KVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 KVS expired on 2 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 KVS?
The MOT on LX52 KVS expired on 2 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 KVS done?
LX52 KVS was recorded at 114,884 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 5,639 miles a year.
Has LX52 KVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 KVS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 KVS 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 KVS find?
LX52 KVS passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 3 more.

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