The road tax status for FM51 VML is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FM51 VML?

The MOT for FM51 VML is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of FM51 VML?

The recorded mileage for FM51 VML is 153,561 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FM51 VML ULEZ compliant?

No, FM51 VML does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2001 MINI 1.6L Petrol · FM51 VML

FM51 VML

2001 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 23/11/2001. Recorded mileage 153,561 miles. MOT valid until 21/12/2026.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2001 · Nottingham
MOT Status: Valid until 21/12/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 153,561 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 21/12/2026

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Mileage: 153,561 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2001
Engine: 1598cc

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FM51 VML Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
1 historical MOT failure
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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FM51 VML Mileage History

30/08/2022149,290 mi
21/12/2023151,854 mi+2,564 mi
22/12/2023151,876 mi+22 mi
17/12/2024153,561 mi+1,685 mi

Average of roughly 1,857 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

FM51 VML MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 01:21

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mini Mini (FM51 VML) between August 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))”; “Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”.

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