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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 HVRMOT history

LB53 HVR is a silver petrol MINI first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 67,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
67,308 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HVR was last recorded at 67,308 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 93 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,215 miles · 21 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
93 miles
Average per year
3,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,308 miles
  • 2025 – 62,070 miles
  • 2020 – 59,741 miles
  • 2019 – 54,791 miles
  • 2018 – 49,217 miles
  • 2017 – 47,239 miles
  • 2016 – 45,293 miles
  • 2015 – 42,883 miles
  • 2014 – 40,381 miles
  • 2013 – 38,069 miles
  • 2012 – 35,709 miles
  • 2011 – 33,796 miles
  • 2010 – 27,715 miles
  • 2009 – 19,927 miles
  • 2008 – 14,778 miles
  • 2007 – 8,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,308 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre and wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Reverse light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,308 miles (+93)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    67,308 miles
    Test number
    353367154128
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail67,215 miles (+5,145)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,215 miles
    Test number
    978016925290
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested fluid leak pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass62,070 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    62,070 miles
    Test number
    869627704678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner rack arm. (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not work(pre 01September 2009)

  4. Fail62,070 miles (+2,329)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,070 miles
    Test number
    450131152529
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner rack arm. (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not work(pre 01September 2009)

  5. Pass59,741 miles (+4,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,741 miles
    Test number
    347039101217
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass54,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,791 miles
    Test number
    109861980235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre and wearing inner edge

  7. Fail54,791 miles (+5,574)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,791 miles
    Test number
    323576972921
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre and wearing inner edge

  8. Pass49,217 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,217 miles
    Test number
    860866561785
    • AdvisoryOffside Number plate light lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  9. Fail49,191 miles (+1,952)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,191 miles
    Test number
    950095617734
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  10. Pass47,239 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,239 miles
    Test number
    501863559129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,216 miles (+1,923)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,216 miles
    Test number
    823554957956
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  12. Pass45,293 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,293 miles
    Test number
    908353976884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,289 miles (+2,406)2 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,289 miles
    Test number
    748096401513
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs badly corroded

  14. Pass42,883 miles (+2,502)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    696778567683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAge cracks in both rear tyres

  15. Pass40,381 miles (+2,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,381 miles
    Test number
    675212714249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass38,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,069 miles
    Test number
    496245033237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,066 miles (+2,357)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,066 miles
    Test number
    578285033229
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass35,709 miles (+1,913)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,709 miles
    Test number
    918449002283
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass33,796 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,796 miles
    Test number
    705814221299
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail33,790 miles (+6,075)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,790 miles
    Test number
    157023921286
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass27,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    413597530227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,715 miles (+7,788)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    200977430219
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass19,927 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,927 miles
    Test number
    762186229238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,891 miles
    Test number
    792605509261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail19,891 miles (+5,113)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,891 miles
    Test number
    592615609209
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass14,778 miles (+6,672)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,778 miles
    Test number
    792184518287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    8,106 miles
    Test number
    151416107033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 HVR

Does LB53 HVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 HVR is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HVR?
The MOT on LB53 HVR is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 HVR done?
LB53 HVR was recorded at 67,308 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 3,015 miles a year.
Has LB53 HVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HVR has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 HVR 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 HVR find?
LB53 HVR passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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