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Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 TVPMOT history

LB53 TVP is a green petrol MINI first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 112,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
112,764 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 TVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 TVP was last recorded at 112,764 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 6,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,672 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,092 miles
Average per year
5,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,764 miles
  • 2025 – 106,672 miles
  • 2024 – 99,190 miles
  • 2023 – 92,997 miles
  • 2022 – 85,457 miles
  • 2021 – 78,386 miles
  • 2020 – 74,389 miles
  • 2019 – 69,495 miles
  • 2018 – 64,555 miles
  • 2017 – 58,823 miles
  • 2016 – 54,818 miles
  • 2015 – 51,619 miles
  • 2014 – 46,047 miles
  • 2013 – 41,204 miles
  • 2012 – 33,498 miles
  • 2011 – 28,531 miles
  • 2010 – 25,576 miles
  • 2009 – 20,811 miles
  • 2008 – 15,734 miles
  • 2007 – 9,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,764 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine area oily underneath
  • AdvisoryPart of centre stop lamp inoperative
  • AdvisoryRear screen washer inoperative
  • AdvisorySigns of fluid leaking from power steering pipe over steering rack
  • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers could be better

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, 2022–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Slight imbalance of front brakes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both rear flexi brake hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,764 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    112,764 miles
    Test number
    337865284510
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine area oily underneath
    • AdvisoryPart of centre stop lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer inoperative
    • AdvisorySigns of fluid leaking from power steering pipe over steering rack
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers could be better

  2. Fail112,762 miles (+6,090)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,762 miles
    Test number
    398225520310
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine area oily underneath
    • AdvisoryPart of centre stop lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer inoperative
    • AdvisorySigns of fluid leaking from power steering pipe over steering rack
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers could be better

  3. Pass106,672 miles (+7,482)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    730656125100
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps give slightly unclear dipped beam patterns

  4. Pass99,190 miles (+6,193)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,190 miles
    Test number
    999769991767
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both rear flexi brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass92,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,997 miles
    Test number
    181111842599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,996 miles (+7,539)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,996 miles
    Test number
    149744449381
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass85,457 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,457 miles
    Test number
    409345522206
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear by rear flexi brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail85,454 miles (+7,068)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,454 miles
    Test number
    922007674627
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear by rear flexi brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass78,386 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,386 miles
    Test number
    615193232747
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both rear flexi brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid shows signs of leaking

  10. Fail78,384 miles (+3,995)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,384 miles
    Test number
    723568308536
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both rear flexi brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid shows signs of leaking

  11. Pass74,389 miles (+4,894)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,389 miles
    Test number
    922965134577
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of fluid leaking from power steering reservoir area
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance of front brakes
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside of steering racik
    • AdvisorySurface cracks and perish marks in tyre walls

  12. Pass69,495 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,495 miles
    Test number
    934835810614
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance of front brakes
    • AdvisorySome play in steering rack

  13. Fail69,480 miles (+4,925)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,480 miles
    Test number
    105139116379
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance of front brakes
    • AdvisorySome play in steering rack

  14. Pass64,555 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,555 miles
    Test number
    127795038329
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryImbalance of front brakes just within accepted limits
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  15. Fail64,555 miles (+5,732)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,555 miles
    Test number
    685935333539
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryImbalance of front brakes just within accepted limits
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  16. Pass58,823 miles (+4,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,823 miles
    Test number
    266800068884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear exhaust box outer casing deterioted

  17. Pass54,818 miles (+3,199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,818 miles
    Test number
    428715721038
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisorySlight play inner rack joints

  18. Pass51,619 miles (+5,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,619 miles
    Test number
    957504024406
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated and blowing slightly

  19. Pass46,047 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,047 miles
    Test number
    418662904396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,204 miles
    Test number
    345308193431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail41,204 miles (+7,706)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,204 miles
    Test number
    549865993244
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass33,498 miles (+4,967)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,498 miles
    Test number
    789859272261
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust outter shield corrroded

  23. Fail28,531 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,531 miles
    Test number
    718456871230
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass28,531 miles (+2,955)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,531 miles
    Test number
    765326671287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,576 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,576 miles
    Test number
    923919360161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,811 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,811 miles
    Test number
    254461829182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,792 miles (+5,058)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,792 miles
    Test number
    822260229102
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass15,734 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,734 miles
    Test number
    221017528424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail9,411 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,411 miles
    Test number
    110231317128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  30. Pass9,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    9,411 miles
    Test number
    222131517473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 TVP

Does LB53 TVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 TVP is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 TVP?
The MOT on LB53 TVP is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 TVP done?
LB53 TVP was recorded at 112,764 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,314 miles a year.
Has LB53 TVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 TVP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 TVP 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 TVP find?
LB53 TVP passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; engine area oily underneath, and 4 more.

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