MINI logo

MINI

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LX52 WEJMOT history

LX52 WEJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 71,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LX52 WEJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
71,218 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,443 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LX52 WEJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 WEJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 WEJ was last recorded at 71,218 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,854 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
364 miles
Average per year
2,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,218 miles
  • 2025 – 70,854 miles
  • 2024 – 70,547 miles
  • 2023 – 70,214 miles
  • 2022 – 69,811 miles
  • 2021 – 69,370 miles
  • 2020 – 68,926 miles
  • 2019 – 68,476 miles
  • 2018 – 67,328 miles
  • 2017 – 66,241 miles
  • 2016 – 65,279 miles
  • 2015 – 63,989 miles
  • 2014 – 62,133 miles
  • 2013 – 59,802 miles
  • 2012 – 56,496 miles
  • 2011 – 50,472 miles
  • 2010 – 47,967 miles
  • 2009 – 41,900 miles
  • 2008 – 35,927 miles
  • 2007 – 30,301 miles
  • 2006 – 21,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,218 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,218 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    71,218 miles
    Test number
    199217798814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail71,218 miles (+364)3 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,218 miles
    Test number
    797577372318
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,854 miles (+307)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    70,854 miles
    Test number
    548808263778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass70,547 miles (+333)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    70,547 miles
    Test number
    887559114745
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,214 miles (+403)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,214 miles
    Test number
    602552631772
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension mount slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,811 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    393138634583
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail69,790 miles (+420)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,790 miles
    Test number
    254263560186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,370 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    69,370 miles
    Test number
    138944693229
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail69,370 miles (+444)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,370 miles
    Test number
    585099872825
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,926 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    68,926 miles
    Test number
    901929346607
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail68,926 miles (+450)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,926 miles
    Test number
    879868389938
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure box hangers insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rubber mounts x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass68,476 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    68,476 miles
    Test number
    700832295420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail68,475 miles (+1,147)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,475 miles
    Test number
    111900443108
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass67,328 miles (+1,087)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    727177521647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass66,241 miles (+962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,241 miles
    Test number
    751568942243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass65,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,279 miles
    Test number
    322656708634
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail78,560 miles (+14,571)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,560 miles
    Test number
    445170943623
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,989 miles (+1,856)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,989 miles
    Test number
    119620595172
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber silghtly worn
    • NoteClucth pedal rubber missing

  19. Pass62,133 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,133 miles
    Test number
    329619384135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,802 miles
    Test number
    206646483445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail59,802 miles (+3,306)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,802 miles
    Test number
    928766783145
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass56,496 miles (+6,024)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,496 miles
    Test number
    257171692158
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn out of shape!

  23. Pass50,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    50,472 miles
    Test number
    376334411059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,467 miles (+2,500)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    835944211049
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass47,967 miles (+6,067)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    47,967 miles
    Test number
    913422780150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,900 miles
    Test number
    773822969159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail41,900 miles (+5,973)2 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,900 miles
    Test number
    404951469103
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass35,927 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,927 miles
    Test number
    432666778113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,940 miles (+3,639)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,940 miles
    Test number
    122039628096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,301 miles (+8,487)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,301 miles
    Test number
    260893387110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass21,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,814 miles
    Test number
    961015726166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 WEJ

Does LX52 WEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 WEJ is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 WEJ?
The MOT on LX52 WEJ is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 WEJ done?
LX52 WEJ was recorded at 71,218 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 2,443 miles a year.
Has LX52 WEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 WEJ has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 WEJ 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 WEJ find?
LX52 WEJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LX52W registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.