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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 RTUMOT history

LX52 RTU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2023.

LX52 RTU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2024
Mileage
145,101 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 RTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 RTU was last recorded at 145,101 miles on 11 Mar 2023, 13,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,384 miles · 15 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
13,717 miles
Average per year
7,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,101 miles
  • 2022 – 131,384 miles
  • 2021 – 125,545 miles
  • 2020 – 121,918 miles
  • 2019 – 116,038 miles
  • 2018 – 107,631 miles
  • 2017 – 99,089 miles
  • 2016 – 95,813 miles
  • 2015 – 92,669 miles
  • 2014 – 85,077 miles
  • 2013 – 77,570 miles
  • 2012 – 69,729 miles
  • 2011 – 62,108 miles
  • 2010 – 52,505 miles
  • 2008 – 39,795 miles
  • 2007 – 31,496 miles
  • 2006 – 20,835 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,101 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,101 miles (+13,717)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    145,101 miles
    Test number
    339383992113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,384 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,384 miles
    Test number
    867203524450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,545 miles
    Test number
    145886151722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,545 miles (+3,627)5 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,545 miles
    Test number
    669914872976
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,918 miles (+5,880)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,918 miles
    Test number
    925182619869
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass116,038 miles (+8,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,038 miles
    Test number
    364197128562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,631 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,631 miles
    Test number
    424205241930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail107,631 miles (+8,542)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,631 miles
    Test number
    133056151162
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass99,089 miles (+3,276)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,089 miles
    Test number
    647053366817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,813 miles (+3,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    95,813 miles
    Test number
    646989406787
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  11. Pass92,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,669 miles
    Test number
    116549785097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,669 miles (+7,592)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,669 miles
    Test number
    276659485062
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteLow tyre pressure in N/S/R

  13. Pass85,077 miles (+7,507)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,077 miles
    Test number
    295277274081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass77,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,570 miles
    Test number
    895372893037
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail77,570 miles (+7,841)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,570 miles
    Test number
    119927983416
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise front wiper blades noise
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r no plate lamp working but lens missing

  16. Pass69,729 miles (+7,621)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,729 miles
    Test number
    647292462060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,108 miles (+9,603)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,108 miles
    Test number
    968192861026
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f light lens brocken
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r No plate light lens missing

  18. Pass52,505 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,505 miles
    Test number
    521965720058
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre wareing / deforming unevenly.
    • NoteO/s/front side lighr / indicator lense broken.

  19. Fail52,505 miles (+12,710)4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,505 miles
    Test number
    892115920083
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre wareing / deforming unevenly.
    • NoteO/s/front side lighr / indicator lense broken.

  20. Pass39,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,795 miles
    Test number
    160290748209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,795 miles (+8,299)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,795 miles
    Test number
    382360148456
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,496 miles
    Test number
    240751647264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,496 miles (+10,661)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,496 miles
    Test number
    103770547279
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass20,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,835 miles
    Test number
    722832676074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,835 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,835 miles
    Test number
    570292576098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about LX52 RTU

Does LX52 RTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 RTU expired on 14 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 RTU?
The MOT on LX52 RTU expired on 14 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 RTU done?
LX52 RTU was recorded at 145,101 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2023, an average of 7,312 miles a year.
Has LX52 RTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 RTU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LX52 RTU 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 RTU find?
LX52 RTU passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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