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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 MVZMOT history

LB53 MVZ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 14 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
78,393 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MVZ was last recorded at 78,393 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 4,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,357 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,036 miles
Average per year
3,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,393 miles
  • 2024 – 74,357 miles
  • 2023 – 71,822 miles
  • 2022 – 68,181 miles
  • 2021 – 63,335 miles
  • 2020 – 60,242 miles
  • 2019 – 58,968 miles
  • 2018 – 56,371 miles
  • 2017 – 53,556 miles
  • 2016 – 50,897 miles
  • 2015 – 47,853 miles
  • 2014 – 45,478 miles
  • 2013 – 42,462 miles
  • 2012 – 37,717 miles
  • 2011 – 34,412 miles
  • 2010 – 30,109 miles
  • 2009 – 28,798 miles
  • 2008 – 27,354 miles
  • 2006 – 16,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,393 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive caliper showing signs of leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,393 miles (+4,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    78,393 miles
    Test number
    147487715776
    • 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))

  2. Pass74,357 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    74,357 miles
    Test number
    137057099814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail74,272 miles (+2,450)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,272 miles
    Test number
    936123492102
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass71,822 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    71,822 miles
    Test number
    980912478695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,181 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,181 miles
    Test number
    414855593275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail68,181 miles (+4,846)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,181 miles
    Test number
    365744320291
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass63,335 miles (+3,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,335 miles
    Test number
    560690530987
    • 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))

  8. Pass60,242 miles (+1,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,242 miles
    Test number
    548700421375
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass58,968 miles (+2,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,968 miles
    Test number
    285268646230
    • 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))

  10. Pass56,371 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,371 miles
    Test number
    813822138606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive caliper showing signs of leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail56,366 miles (+2,810)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,366 miles
    Test number
    989702960400
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive caliper showing signs of leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass53,556 miles (+2,659)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,556 miles
    Test number
    175560971296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,897 miles (+3,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,897 miles
    Test number
    351240141052
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass47,853 miles (+2,375)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,853 miles
    Test number
    947635930868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUSTN CORRODED ( NOT BLOWING )

  15. Pass45,478 miles (+3,016)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,478 miles
    Test number
    625706924357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear load sensor lever damaged
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outter side wall split

  16. Pass42,462 miles (+4,745)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,462 miles
    Test number
    499002023319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded ( not blowing )

  17. Pass37,717 miles (+3,305)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,717 miles
    Test number
    947611322395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,412 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,412 miles
    Test number
    166303511350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,109 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,109 miles
    Test number
    410822840388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,798 miles
    Test number
    692762749372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,798 miles (+1,444)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,798 miles
    Test number
    231541849368
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  22. Pass27,354 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,354 miles
    Test number
    913726048372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,974 miles (+9,179)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,974 miles
    Test number
    603969608018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,795 miles
    Test number
    553582456388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,795 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,795 miles
    Test number
    943422156345
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Questions about LB53 MVZ

Does LB53 MVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MVZ is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MVZ?
The MOT on LB53 MVZ is valid until 12 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 MVZ done?
LB53 MVZ was recorded at 78,393 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,248 miles a year.
Has LB53 MVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MVZ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 MVZ 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 MVZ find?
LB53 MVZ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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