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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 FKVMOT history

LB53 FKV is a silver petrol MINI first used on 13 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
160,409 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 FKV was last recorded at 160,409 miles on 5 May 2023, 5,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,504 miles · 30 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,905 miles
Average per year
7,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,409 miles
  • 2022 – 154,504 miles
  • 2021 – 148,849 miles
  • 2020 – 144,069 miles
  • 2019 – 132,046 miles
  • 2018 – 116,612 miles
  • 2017 – 106,882 miles
  • 2016 – 100,018 miles
  • 2015 – 95,226 miles
  • 2014 – 89,316 miles
  • 2012 – 82,537 miles
  • 2011 – 75,842 miles
  • 2010 – 68,754 miles
  • 2009 – 60,278 miles
  • 2008 – 52,780 miles
  • 2007 – 44,724 miles
  • 2006 – 36,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,409 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,409 miles (+5,905)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,409 miles
    Test number
    952985339348
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,504 miles (+26)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    154,504 miles
    Test number
    650793439857
    • MinorOffside 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light but puds all ok

  3. Fail154,478 miles (+5,629)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,478 miles
    Test number
    120162247803
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light but puds all ok
    • AdvisoryCar over heated while doing test

  4. Pass148,849 miles (+3)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    148,849 miles
    Test number
    637684144319
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing low on their inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded - attention recommended (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost - on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded - attention recommended (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower - on limit (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel worn lower universal joint (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail148,846 miles (+4,777)2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,846 miles
    Test number
    929889402535
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing low on their inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded - attention recommended (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost - on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded - attention recommended (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower - on limit (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel worn lower universal joint (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,069 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    144,069 miles
    Test number
    863200292338
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Replacement recommended (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounts deteriorated but still supporting exhaust
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps starting to corrode

  7. Fail144,069 miles (+12,023)1 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,069 miles
    Test number
    982760738983
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Replacement recommended (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounts deteriorated but still supporting exhaust
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps starting to corrode

  8. Pass132,046 miles (+15,434)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    132,046 miles
    Test number
    671927663706
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated on limit - replacement recommended (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass116,612 miles (+9,730)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,612 miles
    Test number
    829148859387
    • AdvisoryBOTH front tyres wearing to inner edges
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryFuel tank steel straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel inner rim slight buckle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pads low

  10. Pass106,882 miles (+6,864)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,882 miles
    Test number
    894736548738
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel inner rim slightly buckled
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryPetrol tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Pass100,018 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,018 miles
    Test number
    681714116935
    • AdvisoryDriver's door check strap doesn't hold.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps are corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit and has a nail in its tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes are corroded. Attention recommended.
    • AdvisoryWiper blades are worn but clear screen

  12. Fail100,018 miles (+4,792)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,018 miles
    Test number
    835392104115
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door check strap doesn't hold.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps are corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit and has a nail in its tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes are corroded. Attention recommended.
    • AdvisoryWiper blades are worn but clear screen

  13. Pass95,226 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,226 miles
    Test number
    196468295042
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail95,226 miles (+5,910)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,226 miles
    Test number
    585498995031
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass89,316 miles (+6,779)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,316 miles
    Test number
    838607594040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,537 miles (+6,695)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    82,537 miles
    Test number
    206319232325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,842 miles (+7,088)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    75,842 miles
    Test number
    616583811320
    • NoteAll brake discs rusting
    • NoteSlight wear front discs

  18. Pass68,754 miles (+8,476)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,754 miles
    Test number
    542098130314
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust rubber split but not insecure
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteRear discs pitted

  19. Pass60,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    700437719363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,278 miles (+7,498)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    304227219312
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass52,780 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,780 miles
    Test number
    782444238343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  22. Fail52,775 miles (+8,051)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,775 miles
    Test number
    173214438379
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass44,724 miles (+8,467)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,724 miles
    Test number
    914655237361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,257 miles
    Test number
    741204236326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FKV

Does LB53 FKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 FKV expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FKV?
The MOT on LB53 FKV expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 FKV done?
LB53 FKV was recorded at 160,409 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 7,558 miles a year.
Has LB53 FKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FKV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 FKV 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 FKV find?
LB53 FKV failed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 9 more.

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