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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 ULUMOT history

LB53 ULU is a red petrol MINI first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2023
Mileage
102,238 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 ULU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 ULU was last recorded at 102,238 miles on 18 Jul 2022, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,224 miles · 11 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 102,238 miles
  • 2021 – 94,431 miles
  • 2020 – 88,855 miles
  • 2019 – 85,797 miles
  • 2018 – 82,897 miles
  • 2017 – 81,327 miles
  • 2016 – 72,238 miles
  • 2015 – 71,511 miles
  • 2014 – 67,350 miles
  • 2013 – 61,601 miles
  • 2012 – 56,526 miles
  • 2010 – 51,939 miles
  • 2009 – 44,770 miles
  • 2008 – 37,095 miles
  • 2007 – 30,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,238 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,238 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,238 miles
    Test number
    448911972982
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose

  2. Fail102,224 miles (+7,793)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    111130677250
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to heavy leaking from back box (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal badly perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose

  3. Pass94,431 miles (+156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,431 miles
    Test number
    256061509442
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail94,275 miles (+5,420)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,275 miles
    Test number
    165945829445
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,855 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,855 miles
    Test number
    957240422836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,797 miles (+2,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    85,797 miles
    Test number
    182733301217
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

  7. Pass82,897 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,897 miles
    Test number
    802768844478
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  8. Fail82,897 miles (+1,570)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,897 miles
    Test number
    227954316854
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  9. Pass81,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    575088180817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,327 miles (+9,089)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    961036208045
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass72,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    557414949217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,238 miles (+727)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    170709008435
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to rear exhaust leak (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass71,511 miles (+4,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    725126215085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass67,350 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,350 miles
    Test number
    757427614001
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRunflat light illuminated on dash indicating a fault
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded but not insecure or blowing

  15. Fail67,350 miles (+5,749)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,350 miles
    Test number
    117737814076
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRunflat light illuminated on dash indicating a fault
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded but not insecure or blowing

  16. Pass61,601 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,601 miles
    Test number
    106118613041
    • NoteRear exhaust section outer skin corroded

  17. Fail61,601 miles (+5,075)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,601 miles
    Test number
    396028713003
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust section outer skin corroded

  18. Pass56,526 miles (+4,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,526 miles
    Test number
    117258652003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass51,939 miles (+7,169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,939 miles
    Test number
    231036820250
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass44,770 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,770 miles
    Test number
    511342029232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,095 miles (+6,365)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,095 miles
    Test number
    451635818243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,730 miles
    Test number
    771886617216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 ULU

Does LB53 ULU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 ULU expired on 17 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 ULU?
The MOT on LB53 ULU expired on 17 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 ULU done?
LB53 ULU was recorded at 102,238 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2022, an average of 4,782 miles a year.
Has LB53 ULU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 ULU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 ULU 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 ULU find?
LB53 ULU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear exhaust shield loose.

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