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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 AOTMOT history

LB53 AOT is a green petrol MINI first used on 27 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 201,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
201,805 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AOT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AOT was last recorded at 201,805 miles on 14 Aug 2024, 4,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,240 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,565 miles
Average per year
9,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 201,805 miles
  • 2023 – 197,240 miles
  • 2022 – 191,321 miles
  • 2021 – 186,871 miles
  • 2020 – 182,080 miles
  • 2019 – 173,055 miles
  • 2018 – 154,512 miles
  • 2017 – 126,769 miles
  • 2016 – 100,916 miles
  • 2015 – 77,941 miles
  • 2014 – 73,687 miles
  • 2013 – 72,012 miles
  • 2012 – 71,039 miles
  • 2011 – 62,683 miles
  • 2010 – 57,570 miles
  • 2009 – 55,303 miles
  • 2008 – 45,979 miles
  • 2006 – 31,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,805 miles
  • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,805 miles (+4,565)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    201,805 miles
    Test number
    844016737819
    • MinorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass197,240 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    197,240 miles
    Test number
    890762019503
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail197,240 miles (+5,919)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,240 miles
    Test number
    175032903842
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass191,321 miles (+4,450)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    191,321 miles
    Test number
    112698619492
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass186,871 miles (+4,791)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    186,871 miles
    Test number
    753947533822
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Tank Straps Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass182,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    182,080 miles
    Test number
    417915105982
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear inner sills and suspension components corroded

  7. Fail182,075 miles (+9,020)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,075 miles
    Test number
    332543140186
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear inner sills and suspension components corroded

  8. Pass173,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    173,055 miles
    Test number
    757020464182
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail173,055 miles (+18,543)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,055 miles
    Test number
    833430043169
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective deteriorated (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass154,512 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    154,512 miles
    Test number
    642031703523
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Dipped beam only came on while closing the bonnet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail154,512 miles (+27,743)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,512 miles
    Test number
    567430475270
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Dipped beam only came on while closing the bonnet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass126,769 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    126,769 miles
    Test number
    906918156319
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to limits
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump damp
    • AdvisoryRust patches

  13. Fail126,769 miles (+25,853)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,769 miles
    Test number
    480893384946
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating run out (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres close to limits
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump damp
    • AdvisoryRust patches

  14. Pass100,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,916 miles
    Test number
    330819163301
    • AdvisoryRust patches
    • AdvisorySmall oil leaks

  15. Fail100,916 miles (+22,975)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,916 miles
    Test number
    129153363090
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush broken (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn & corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryRust patches
    • AdvisorySmall oil leaks

  16. Pass77,941 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,941 miles
    Test number
    264563271471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,687 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    159411664201
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc corroded

  18. Pass73,687 miles (+1,675)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    515181464209
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc corroded

  19. Pass72,012 miles (+973)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,012 miles
    Test number
    567243953220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,039 miles (+8,356)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,039 miles
    Test number
    655813162205
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCentre brake light not working

  21. Pass62,683 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,683 miles
    Test number
    678972511352
    • NoteRear discs pitted on inside

  22. Fail62,683 miles (+5,113)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,683 miles
    Test number
    797281011378
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass57,570 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,570 miles
    Test number
    873723310374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slight corosion

  24. Fail57,570 miles (+2,267)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,570 miles
    Test number
    682892410318
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slight corosion
    • NoteWiper blades slightly deteriated

  25. Pass55,303 miles (+9,324)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,303 miles
    Test number
    303165019307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,979 miles (+14,892)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,979 miles
    Test number
    914874618172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,087 miles
    Test number
    454308236393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,087 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,087 miles
    Test number
    554378136378
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LB53 AOT

Does LB53 AOT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AOT expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AOT?
The MOT on LB53 AOT expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AOT done?
LB53 AOT was recorded at 201,805 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2024, an average of 9,648 miles a year.
Has LB53 AOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AOT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 AOT 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 AOT find?
LB53 AOT passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 2 more.

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