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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX52 NCCMOT history

LX52 NCC is a black petrol MINI first used on 14 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 172,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LX52 NCC black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
172,262 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 NCC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 NCC was last recorded at 172,262 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 1,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,165 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,097 miles
Average per year
7,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,262 miles
  • 2025 – 171,165 miles
  • 2024 – 165,507 miles
  • 2023 – 155,885 miles
  • 2022 – 147,373 miles
  • 2021 – 140,005 miles
  • 2020 – 131,720 miles
  • 2019 – 120,866 miles
  • 2016 – 118,066 miles
  • 2015 – 105,258 miles
  • 2014 – 90,779 miles
  • 2013 – 72,537 miles
  • 2012 – 65,962 miles
  • 2011 – 55,495 miles
  • 2010 – 46,995 miles
  • 2009 – 38,284 miles
  • 2008 – 30,430 miles
  • 2007 – 23,595 miles
  • 2006 – 18,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,262 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,262 miles (+1,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    172,262 miles
    Test number
    131635665400
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass171,165 miles (+5,658)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    171,165 miles
    Test number
    992099665311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass165,507 miles (+9,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    165,507 miles
    Test number
    965715380523
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass155,885 miles (+8,512)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    155,885 miles
    Test number
    825702372925
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger is deteriorating
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield is loose

  5. Pass147,373 miles (+7,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    147,373 miles
    Test number
    724164860792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass140,005 miles (+8,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,005 miles
    Test number
    863581803068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass131,720 miles (+10,854)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,720 miles
    Test number
    415114837190
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perrishing

  8. Pass120,866 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,866 miles
    Test number
    447838376413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,846 miles (+2,780)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,846 miles
    Test number
    407850719140
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass118,066 miles (+12,808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,066 miles
    Test number
    419308447848
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass105,258 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,258 miles
    Test number
    118984995169
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteRear disc corroded

  12. Fail105,258 miles (+14,479)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,258 miles
    Test number
    105434295122
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteRear disc corroded

  13. Pass90,779 miles (+18,242)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,779 miles
    Test number
    596075894195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOs handbrake only just met limit

  14. Pass72,537 miles (+6,575)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,537 miles
    Test number
    468966293102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,962 miles (+10,467)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    65,962 miles
    Test number
    329116462136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,495 miles (+8,500)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,495 miles
    Test number
    689872771199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,995 miles (+8,711)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,995 miles
    Test number
    714010790102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,284 miles (+7,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,284 miles
    Test number
    273866379122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass30,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    881686328299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,430 miles (+6,835)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    260826428235
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail23,595 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,595 miles
    Test number
    741969017219
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass23,595 miles (+4,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,595 miles
    Test number
    764729817221
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass18,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,795 miles
    Test number
    671312016203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 NCC

Does LX52 NCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 NCC is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 NCC?
The MOT on LX52 NCC is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 NCC done?
LX52 NCC was recorded at 172,262 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 7,854 miles a year.
Has LX52 NCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 NCC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on LX52 NCC 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 NCC find?
LX52 NCC passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all.

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