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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 KWBMOT history

LX52 KWB is a silver petrol MINI first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 127,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LX52 KWB silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2026
Mileage
127,321 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 KWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 KWB was last recorded at 127,321 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 2,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,929 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,392 miles
Average per year
5,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,321 miles
  • 2025 – 124,929 miles
  • 2024 – 123,718 miles
  • 2023 – 119,161 miles
  • 2022 – 118,269 miles
  • 2020 – 115,113 miles
  • 2019 – 108,116 miles
  • 2018 – 104,260 miles
  • 2017 – 99,804 miles
  • 2016 – 94,721 miles
  • 2015 – 89,680 miles
  • 2014 – 84,875 miles
  • 2013 – 80,733 miles
  • 2012 – 75,696 miles
  • 2011 – 66,855 miles
  • 2010 – 59,278 miles
  • 2009 – 48,378 miles
  • 2008 – 40,726 miles
  • 2007 – 30,454 miles
  • 2006 – 20,633 miles
  • 2005 – 18,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,321 miles
  • DangerousClutch pedal rubber missing
  • DangerousFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail o/s & n/s top mountings badly split. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at Power steering reservoir. (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle.

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,321 miles (+2,392)3 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,321 miles
    Test number
    743863653814
    • DangerousClutch pedal rubber missing
    • DangerousFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail o/s & n/s top mountings badly split. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at Power steering reservoir. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle.

  2. Pass124,929 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,929 miles
    Test number
    652638197090
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail124,927 miles (+1,209)1 major1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,927 miles
    Test number
    914048683809
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,718 miles (+4,557)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    123,718 miles
    Test number
    258884334850
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,161 miles (+892)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    119,161 miles
    Test number
    677517231210
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass118,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,269 miles
    Test number
    838623832160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail118,269 miles (+3,156)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,269 miles
    Test number
    599982442527
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass115,113 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    115,113 miles
    Test number
    180783598328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail115,112 miles (+6,996)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,112 miles
    Test number
    366746799742
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass108,116 miles (+3,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    108,116 miles
    Test number
    597984180283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing slightly rough

  11. Pass104,260 miles (+4,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,260 miles
    Test number
    815115162055
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap washer starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass99,804 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,804 miles
    Test number
    626279140917
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre sidewall cut , no cords visible 195/50/16

  13. Pass94,721 miles (+153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,721 miles
    Test number
    824942987111
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail94,568 miles (+4,888)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,568 miles
    Test number
    993684672507
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass89,680 miles (+4,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,680 miles
    Test number
    107046325130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass84,875 miles (+4,142)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,875 miles
    Test number
    296350834183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note195/55r16
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass80,733 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,733 miles
    Test number
    155269943174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inside edge 195/55/16
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inside edge 195/55/16

  18. Fail80,733 miles (+5,037)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,733 miles
    Test number
    588449443180
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inside edge 195/55/16
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inside edge 195/55/16

  19. Pass75,696 miles (+26)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    256250762401
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail75,670 miles (+8,815)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,670 miles
    Test number
    479659252128
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass66,855 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,855 miles
    Test number
    595714451188
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail66,835 miles (+7,557)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,835 miles
    Test number
    916343451141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass59,278 miles (+10,900)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,278 miles
    Test number
    701984850183
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer outer skin breaking away

  24. Pass48,378 miles (+7,652)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    182718569160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,726 miles
    Test number
    184266838161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,726 miles (+10,272)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,726 miles
    Test number
    351105638147
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWipers smearing screen
    • NoteX1 washer jet blocked

  27. Pass30,454 miles (+9,821)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,454 miles
    Test number
    200368837469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass20,633 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,633 miles
    Test number
    270442446171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    18,112 miles
    Test number
    482613055413
    • 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)

Questions about LX52 KWB

Does LX52 KWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 KWB expired on 12 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 KWB?
The MOT on LX52 KWB expired on 12 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 KWB done?
LX52 KWB was recorded at 127,321 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 5,269 miles a year.
Has LX52 KWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 KWB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 KWB 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 KWB find?
LX52 KWB failed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: clutch pedal rubber missing; front upper macpherson strut mounting likely to fail o/s & n/s top mountings badly split.; rear inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and 9 more.

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