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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 HJJMOT history

LB53 HJJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 114,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
114,499 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HJJ was last recorded at 114,499 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2011: 55,473 miles, lower than 55,689 miles on 14 Jun 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
114,336 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
163 miles
Average per year
4,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,499 miles
  • 2024 – 107,576 miles
  • 2023 – 106,236 miles
  • 2022 – 101,648 miles
  • 2021 – 95,325 miles
  • 2020 – 90,192 miles
  • 2019 – 87,935 miles
  • 2018 – 86,334 miles
  • 2017 – 84,903 miles
  • 2016 – 82,879 miles
  • 2015 – 74,021 miles
  • 2014 – 67,929 miles
  • 2013 – 64,147 miles
  • 2012 – 60,288 miles
  • 2011 – 55,473 miles
  • 2010 – 51,909 miles
  • 2009 – 47,456 miles
  • 2008 – 38,891 miles
  • 2007 – 35,861 miles
  • 2006 – 34,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,499 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear rollbar fouling coilspringRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,499 miles (+163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    114,499 miles
    Test number
    810651610284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rollbar fouling coilspring

  2. Fail114,336 miles (+6,760)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,336 miles
    Test number
    704922824842
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap washer split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rollbar fouling coilspring
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning on

  3. Pass107,576 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,576 miles
    Test number
    176199663800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,576 miles (+1,340)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,576 miles
    Test number
    924189897366
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,236 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    106,236 miles
    Test number
    186223014836
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail106,229 miles (+4,581)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,229 miles
    Test number
    285265521475
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass101,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,648 miles
    Test number
    469356531310
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail101,648 miles (+6,323)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,648 miles
    Test number
    132080463225
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass95,325 miles (+5,133)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,325 miles
    Test number
    971183824986
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smears (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smears (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 corners steel pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass90,192 miles (+2,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,192 miles
    Test number
    400596398190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,935 miles (+1,601)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,935 miles
    Test number
    428774089058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass86,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,334 miles
    Test number
    831337199107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail86,334 miles (+1,431)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,334 miles
    Test number
    739046365650
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass84,903 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,903 miles
    Test number
    857652482872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edges

  15. Fail84,902 miles4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,902 miles
    Test number
    945231731667
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust has had welding repair carried out
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edges

  16. Fail84,902 miles (+2,023)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,902 miles
    Test number
    448507897004
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust has had welding repair carried out
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edges

  17. Pass82,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    505712878579
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakepipes surface corroded

  18. Fail82,879 miles (+8,858)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    872326138712
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakepipes surface corroded

  19. Pass74,021 miles (+6,092)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,021 miles
    Test number
    175742505268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass67,929 miles (+3,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,929 miles
    Test number
    337753004286
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass64,147 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,147 miles
    Test number
    997901393109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,288 miles (+36)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    229036982155
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail60,252 miles (+4,779)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,252 miles
    Test number
    599275182130
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass55,473 miles (-216)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,473 miles
    Test number
    948148461120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,689 miles (+3,780)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    677725761134
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass51,909 miles (+4,453)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,909 miles
    Test number
    964573160193
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  27. Pass47,456 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,456 miles
    Test number
    200181299103
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail47,441 miles (+8,550)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,441 miles
    Test number
    520090999133
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass38,891 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,891 miles
    Test number
    244266758149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass35,861 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,861 miles
    Test number
    154044467157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,080 miles
    Test number
    950803006155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HJJ

Does LB53 HJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HJJ is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HJJ?
The MOT on LB53 HJJ is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HJJ done?
LB53 HJJ was recorded at 114,499 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 4,122 miles a year.
Has LB53 HJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HJJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 HJJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 HJJ find?
LB53 HJJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; offside rear rollbar fouling coilspring.

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