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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 HJCMOT history

LB53 HJC is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 67,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
67,865 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HJC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HJC was last recorded at 67,865 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 3,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,722 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,143 miles
Average per year
2,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,865 miles
  • 2024 – 64,722 miles
  • 2023 – 62,195 miles
  • 2022 – 60,152 miles
  • 2021 – 58,434 miles
  • 2020 – 55,915 miles
  • 2019 – 54,078 miles
  • 2018 – 51,414 miles
  • 2017 – 48,992 miles
  • 2016 – 46,353 miles
  • 2015 – 43,399 miles
  • 2014 – 39,565 miles
  • 2013 – 34,749 miles
  • 2012 – 32,070 miles
  • 2011 – 28,887 miles
  • 2010 – 25,703 miles
  • 2009 – 22,593 miles
  • 2008 – 19,461 miles
  • 2007 – 16,333 miles
  • 2006 – 13,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,865 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    67,865 miles
    Test number
    751158692327
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail67,865 miles (+3,143)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,865 miles
    Test number
    863053500046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,722 miles (+2,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    64,722 miles
    Test number
    817319652565
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass62,195 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    639967179465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Fail62,195 miles (+2,043)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,195 miles
    Test number
    178133133613
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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. Pass60,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,152 miles
    Test number
    601409320975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail60,152 miles (+1,718)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,152 miles
    Test number
    817512274753
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass58,434 miles (+2,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,434 miles
    Test number
    632329868746
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass55,915 miles (+1,837)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,915 miles
    Test number
    920883427638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,078 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,078 miles
    Test number
    661978223563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,414 miles (+2,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    51,414 miles
    Test number
    982927536368
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass48,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,992 miles
    Test number
    327252151280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,992 miles (+2,639)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,992 miles
    Test number
    747703306933
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  14. Pass46,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,353 miles
    Test number
    998033328588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,353 miles (+2,954)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,353 miles
    Test number
    954693629157
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass43,399 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    43,399 miles
    Test number
    426713516168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail43,398 miles (+3,833)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,398 miles
    Test number
    791670601175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass39,565 miles (+4,816)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,565 miles
    Test number
    779673844308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,749 miles
    Test number
    277826943367
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail34,749 miles (+2,679)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,749 miles
    Test number
    378886543323
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass32,070 miles (+3,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    32,070 miles
    Test number
    255715642340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass28,887 miles (+3,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    28,887 miles
    Test number
    319776441314
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass25,703 miles (+3,110)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,703 miles
    Test number
    954896450389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,593 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,593 miles
    Test number
    134311849332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass22,593 miles (+3,132)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,593 miles
    Test number
    853161849324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,461 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,461 miles
    Test number
    404024348320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,333 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,333 miles
    Test number
    624957437357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass13,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,594 miles
    Test number
    253587746322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail13,594 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,594 miles
    Test number
    982017046382
    • FailureNearside 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)

Questions about LB53 HJC

Does LB53 HJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HJC is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HJC?
The MOT on LB53 HJC is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HJC done?
LB53 HJC was recorded at 67,865 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 2,855 miles a year.
Has LB53 HJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HJC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 HJC 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 HJC find?
LB53 HJC passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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