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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 AAXMOT history

LB53 AAX is a black petrol MINI first used on 14 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2021
Mileage
89,101 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 AAX was last recorded at 89,101 miles on 26 Oct 2021, 2,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,310 miles · 14 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,791 miles
Average per year
4,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 89,101 miles
  • 2020 – 86,310 miles
  • 2019 – 83,916 miles
  • 2018 – 80,246 miles
  • 2017 – 77,210 miles
  • 2016 – 73,305 miles
  • 2015 – 69,571 miles
  • 2014 – 66,551 miles
  • 2013 – 62,483 miles
  • 2012 – 58,518 miles
  • 2011 – 52,042 miles
  • 2010 – 44,510 miles
  • 2009 – 37,904 miles
  • 2008 – 30,995 miles
  • 2007 – 22,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,101 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Body component likely to become detached fog lamp assembly and surrounding panels (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,101 miles (+2,791)1 dangerous14 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,101 miles
    Test number
    193500039431
    • DangerousOffside Front Body component likely to become detached fog lamp assembly and surrounding panels (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass86,310 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    790876359451
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail86,306 miles (+2,390)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,306 miles
    Test number
    450358023644
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure hanger missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,916 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,916 miles
    Test number
    369887058688
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail83,916 miles (+8)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,916 miles
    Test number
    876178016219
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail83,908 miles (+3,662)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,908 miles
    Test number
    570081646296
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass80,246 miles (+3,036)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,246 miles
    Test number
    928279408920
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  8. Pass77,210 miles (+3,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,210 miles
    Test number
    431338214564
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45r17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass73,305 miles (+3,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,305 miles
    Test number
    859509265267
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass69,571 miles (+3,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,571 miles
    Test number
    896389989090
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass66,551 miles (+4,068)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,551 miles
    Test number
    218557344216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,483 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,483 miles
    Test number
    675799743269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,353 miles (+3,835)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,353 miles
    Test number
    608681943225
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  14. Pass58,518 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,518 miles
    Test number
    346460552269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,514 miles (+6,472)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,514 miles
    Test number
    809349042276
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass52,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,042 miles
    Test number
    385183141473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Fail52,042 miles (+7,532)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,042 miles
    Test number
    399303641420
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass44,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,510 miles
    Test number
    932467830264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,510 miles (+6,606)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,510 miles
    Test number
    641947430282
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass37,904 miles (+6,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,904 miles
    Test number
    360690249414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,995 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,995 miles
    Test number
    232586448202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,842 miles (+589)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,842 miles
    Test number
    642351908143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,253 miles (+7,834)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,253 miles
    Test number
    163185628039
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass22,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,419 miles
    Test number
    133806837090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AAX

Does LB53 AAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AAX expired on 14 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AAX?
The MOT on LB53 AAX expired on 14 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AAX done?
LB53 AAX was recorded at 89,101 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2021, an average of 4,530 miles a year.
Has LB53 AAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AAX has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 AAX 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 LB53 AAX find?
LB53 AAX failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 14 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front body component likely to become detached fog lamp assembly and surrounding panels; front bumper insecure; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 17 more.

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