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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 MWMMOT history

LB53 MWM is a silver petrol MINI first used on 29 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
104,669 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MWM was last recorded at 104,669 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 1,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,839 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,830 miles
Average per year
4,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,669 miles
  • 2025 – 102,839 miles
  • 2022 – 84,293 miles
  • 2021 – 83,025 miles
  • 2020 – 80,916 miles
  • 2019 – 78,691 miles
  • 2018 – 73,093 miles
  • 2016 – 61,664 miles
  • 2015 – 50,402 miles
  • 2014 – 43,863 miles
  • 2012 – 40,050 miles
  • 2011 – 37,699 miles
  • 2010 – 35,133 miles
  • 2009 – 30,624 miles
  • 2008 – 24,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,669 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Heavy oil leaks around engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,669 miles (+1,830)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    104,669 miles
    Test number
    589120554070
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,839 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    102,839 miles
    Test number
    866268841744
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leaks around engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail102,839 miles (+18,546)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,839 miles
    Test number
    921414250147
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leaks around engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass84,293 miles (+1,268)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,293 miles
    Test number
    864236172616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,025 miles (+2,109)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,025 miles
    Test number
    150089479748
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass80,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    777038237477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,916 miles (+2,225)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    597496527293
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass78,691 miles (+5,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,691 miles
    Test number
    389641067998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass73,093 miles (+6,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,093 miles
    Test number
    294232593779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass66,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,889 miles
    Test number
    719695450112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,889 miles (+5,225)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,889 miles
    Test number
    642748637311
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass61,664 miles (+5,648)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,664 miles
    Test number
    168548266628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    56,016 miles
    Test number
    934524576706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,016 miles (+5,614)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,016 miles
    Test number
    230241546337
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  15. Pass50,402 miles (+6,539)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,402 miles
    Test number
    386870125051
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroded

  16. Pass43,863 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,863 miles
    Test number
    168296014450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroded
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn

  17. Fail43,863 miles (+3,813)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,863 miles
    Test number
    987516514097
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroded
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn

  18. Pass40,050 miles (+2,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,050 miles
    Test number
    459202542353
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass37,699 miles (+2,566)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,699 miles
    Test number
    896453251377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass35,133 miles (+1,417)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,133 miles
    Test number
    504382040309
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass33,716 miles (+3,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,716 miles
    Test number
    274497220001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass30,624 miles (+6,554)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,624 miles
    Test number
    764394519000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,070 miles
    Test number
    322597518091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MWM

Does LB53 MWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MWM is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MWM?
The MOT on LB53 MWM is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 MWM done?
LB53 MWM was recorded at 104,669 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,460 miles a year.
Has LB53 MWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MWM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 MWM 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 MWM find?
LB53 MWM passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 9 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi, and 6 more.

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