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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 NYRMOT history

LB53 NYR is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 11 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
144,105 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NYR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NYR was last recorded at 144,105 miles on 22 May 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,099 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,105 miles
  • 2025 – 138,995 miles
  • 2024 – 134,677 miles
  • 2023 – 128,545 miles
  • 2022 – 127,444 miles
  • 2020 – 124,539 miles
  • 2019 – 122,633 miles
  • 2018 – 120,090 miles
  • 2017 – 116,479 miles
  • 2016 – 114,204 miles
  • 2015 – 111,570 miles
  • 2014 – 107,638 miles
  • 2013 – 105,240 miles
  • 2012 – 101,948 miles
  • 2011 – 100,188 miles
  • 2010 – 94,129 miles
  • 2009 – 89,349 miles
  • 2008 – 85,650 miles
  • 2007 – 69,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,105 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near side/off side rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,105 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    144,105 miles
    Test number
    419842221322
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near side/off side rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail144,099 miles (+5,104)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,099 miles
    Test number
    470151947011
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Near side/off side rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass138,995 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,995 miles
    Test number
    658195838496
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail138,995 miles (+4,318)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,995 miles
    Test number
    799000300026
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass134,677 miles (+6,132)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    134,677 miles
    Test number
    409372078211
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass128,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    128,545 miles
    Test number
    140215914490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail128,545 miles (+1,101)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,545 miles
    Test number
    373088255513
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass127,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    599891861839
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail127,444 miles (+2,905)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    593642232712
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass124,539 miles (+1,906)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,539 miles
    Test number
    484157493175
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass122,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,633 miles
    Test number
    719209304249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,633 miles (+2,543)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,633 miles
    Test number
    363781397788
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass120,090 miles (+72)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,090 miles
    Test number
    640140648452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  14. Fail120,018 miles (+3,539)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,018 miles
    Test number
    475248794439
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass116,479 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,479 miles
    Test number
    985257609511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,204 miles (+2,634)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,204 miles
    Test number
    319452915919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,570 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,570 miles
    Test number
    459341095189
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight cracking to both rear tyres

  18. Fail111,565 miles (+3,927)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,565 miles
    Test number
    909660295105
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight cracking to both rear tyres

  19. Pass107,638 miles (+2,398)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,638 miles
    Test number
    237917294419
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass105,240 miles (+3,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,240 miles
    Test number
    445647383127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass101,948 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,948 miles
    Test number
    126540812007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,188 miles (+6,059)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,188 miles
    Test number
    465102321082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass94,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    94,129 miles
    Test number
    110786900015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail94,129 miles (+4,780)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,129 miles
    Test number
    393445900012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass89,349 miles (+3,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    89,349 miles
    Test number
    432067529046
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped

  26. Pass85,650 miles (+16,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,650 miles
    Test number
    393479308040
    • NoteNearside front spotlight lens broken

  27. Pass69,133 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    710820917036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail69,035 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,035 miles
    Test number
    893676807095
    • FailureNearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binds slightly

Questions about LB53 NYR

Does LB53 NYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NYR is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NYR?
The MOT on LB53 NYR is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NYR done?
LB53 NYR was recorded at 144,105 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 3,875 miles a year.
Has LB53 NYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NYR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 NYR 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 NYR find?
LB53 NYR passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened near side/off side rear.

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