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White · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 ROUMOT history

LX52 ROU is a white petrol MINI Cooper first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LX52 ROU white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,029 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 ROU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 ROU was last recorded at 101,029 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,027 miles · 25 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,029 miles
  • 2025 – 99,779 miles
  • 2024 – 97,804 miles
  • 2023 – 95,729 miles
  • 2022 – 90,775 miles
  • 2021 – 87,588 miles
  • 2020 – 85,195 miles
  • 2019 – 82,193 miles
  • 2018 – 78,874 miles
  • 2017 – 73,072 miles
  • 2016 – 65,443 miles
  • 2015 – 59,985 miles
  • 2014 – 57,323 miles
  • 2013 – 54,741 miles
  • 2012 – 51,460 miles
  • 2011 – 47,631 miles
  • 2010 – 41,186 miles
  • 2009 – 34,132 miles
  • 2008 – 29,802 miles
  • 2006 – 24,036 miles
  • 2005 – 19,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,029 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,029 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,029 miles
    Test number
    703009861534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,027 miles (+1,248)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,027 miles
    Test number
    342385567274
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass99,779 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,779 miles
    Test number
    101835848516
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper pipe leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both shockers corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  4. Fail99,779 miles (+1,975)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,779 miles
    Test number
    465779111474
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper pipe leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both shockers corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  5. Pass97,804 miles (+42)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,804 miles
    Test number
    598818143391
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,762 miles (+2,033)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,762 miles
    Test number
    589188590249
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,729 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,729 miles
    Test number
    289932296947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,775 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    90,775 miles
    Test number
    294040383517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail90,728 miles (+3,140)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    835997367942
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass87,588 miles (+2,393)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    490352406315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,195 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    584173985880
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect condition of brake pipes reference applied protective coating

  12. Fail85,195 miles (+3,002)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    717356050330
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect condition of brake pipes reference applied protective coating

  13. Pass82,193 miles (+3,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,193 miles
    Test number
    983169605092
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect condition of brake pipes reference applied protective coating

  14. Pass78,874 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,874 miles
    Test number
    861742393252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,072 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    73,072 miles
    Test number
    124391539744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail73,072 miles (+7,629)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,072 miles
    Test number
    463704594167
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass65,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,443 miles
    Test number
    701758031462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,443 miles (+5,458)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,443 miles
    Test number
    904495852554
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass59,985 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,985 miles
    Test number
    406130025056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,323 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,323 miles
    Test number
    606915114061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,741 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,741 miles
    Test number
    627118413052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    947448912066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,460 miles (+3,829)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    315716012086
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass47,631 miles (+6,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,631 miles
    Test number
    956645111004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass41,186 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,186 miles
    Test number
    121487420405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,132 miles
    Test number
    210115309031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,132 miles (+4,330)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,132 miles
    Test number
    611255109035
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Fail29,802 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,802 miles
    Test number
    100284118421
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox area

  29. Pass29,802 miles (+5,766)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,802 miles
    Test number
    770024618058
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox area

  30. Fail24,036 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,036 miles
    Test number
    240719846263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass24,036 miles (+4,769)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,036 miles
    Test number
    884469046285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass19,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    19,267 miles
    Test number
    314050155424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX52 ROU

Does LX52 ROU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 ROU is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 ROU?
The MOT on LX52 ROU is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 ROU done?
LX52 ROU was recorded at 101,029 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 3,962 miles a year.
Has LX52 ROU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 ROU has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 ROU 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 ROU find?
LX52 ROU passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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