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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 JFGMOT history

LB53 JFG is a silver petrol MINI first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 88,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,465 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JFG was last recorded at 88,465 miles on 14 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Apr 2013: 14,775 miles, lower than 50,362 miles on 8 Feb 2012.
  • 14 Sept 2026: 88,465 miles, lower than 88,642 miles on 10 Sept 2026.

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
88,642 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Average per year
3,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,465 miles
  • 2025 – 86,091 miles
  • 2024 – 82,952 miles
  • 2023 – 80,126 miles
  • 2022 – 78,402 miles
  • 2021 – 75,768 miles
  • 2020 – 74,048 miles
  • 2019 – 71,814 miles
  • 2018 – 67,842 miles
  • 2017 – 64,951 miles
  • 2016 – 61,317 miles
  • 2015 – 57,112 miles
  • 2014 – 54,644 miles
  • 2013 – 14,775 miles
  • 2012 – 50,362 miles
  • 2010 – 41,812 miles
  • 2008 – 32,376 miles
  • 2007 – 25,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,465 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,465 miles (-177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,465 miles
    Test number
    500520368942
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail88,642 miles (+2,551)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,642 miles
    Test number
    918048694412
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass86,091 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,091 miles
    Test number
    833407806672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail86,091 miles (+3,139)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,091 miles
    Test number
    107078503898
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass82,952 miles (+2,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,952 miles
    Test number
    651932308160
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,126 miles
    Test number
    739992071898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,126 miles (+1,724)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,126 miles
    Test number
    941189138554
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass78,402 miles (+2,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    78,402 miles
    Test number
    927818012002
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,768 miles
    Test number
    683234291633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,766 miles (+1,718)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,766 miles
    Test number
    262305697987
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass74,048 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,048 miles
    Test number
    311623973191
    • 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))
    • 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))

  12. Fail74,042 miles (+2,228)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,042 miles
    Test number
    997498740047
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • 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))
    • 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))

  13. Pass71,814 miles (+3,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,814 miles
    Test number
    942106527756
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass67,842 miles (+2,891)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,842 miles
    Test number
    455354465579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,951 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,951 miles
    Test number
    261374405734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,317 miles
    Test number
    530494805749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,317 miles (+4,205)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,317 miles
    Test number
    822189717418
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass57,112 miles (+2,468)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,112 miles
    Test number
    188094583064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,644 miles (+39,869)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    54,644 miles
    Test number
    197525294455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,775 miles (-35,587)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    14,775 miles
    Test number
    375715703174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,362 miles (+8,550)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,362 miles
    Test number
    519389632046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,812 miles (+9,436)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,812 miles
    Test number
    601749330032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass32,376 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,376 miles
    Test number
    661655728284
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail32,370 miles (+6,938)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,370 miles
    Test number
    860180828225
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass25,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    25,432 miles
    Test number
    683078037017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 JFG

Does LB53 JFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 JFG is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JFG?
The MOT on LB53 JFG is valid until 15 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 JFG done?
LB53 JFG was recorded at 88,465 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 3,216 miles a year.
Has LB53 JFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JFG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 JFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 15 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 JFG find?
LB53 JFG passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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