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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 VUAMOT history

LB53 VUA is a red petrol MINI first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 48,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,812 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VUA
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 valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VUA was last recorded at 48,812 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 1,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
46,878 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,934 miles
Average per year
2,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,812 miles
  • 2025 – 46,878 miles
  • 2024 – 45,324 miles
  • 2023 – 43,831 miles
  • 2022 – 42,035 miles
  • 2021 – 40,394 miles
  • 2020 – 39,387 miles
  • 2019 – 37,153 miles
  • 2018 – 34,702 miles
  • 2017 – 31,871 miles
  • 2016 – 29,207 miles
  • 2015 – 27,120 miles
  • 2014 – 25,205 miles
  • 2012 – 20,075 miles
  • 2011 – 17,385 miles
  • 2010 – 14,792 miles
  • 2009 – 11,762 miles
  • 2008 – 8,289 miles
  • 2007 – 5,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,812 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME/SUSPENSION RUSTY

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,812 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,812 miles
    Test number
    538327035525
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME/SUSPENSION RUSTY

  2. Fail48,811 miles (+1,933)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,811 miles
    Test number
    867435914560
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed MAJOR BLOW (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME/SUSPENSION RUSTY

  3. Pass46,878 miles (+1,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    46,878 miles
    Test number
    171187552142
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass45,324 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    45,324 miles
    Test number
    432904308724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,831 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    43,831 miles
    Test number
    971663834111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,035 miles (+1,641)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,035 miles
    Test number
    126707796124
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass40,394 miles (+1,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    40,394 miles
    Test number
    571093521812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass39,387 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    39,387 miles
    Test number
    625069081290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,153 miles (+2,451)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    37,153 miles
    Test number
    797106439307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,702 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    34,702 miles
    Test number
    155608941887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,871 miles (+2,664)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,871 miles
    Test number
    252620664298
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s rear box corroded

  12. Pass29,207 miles (+2,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    29,207 miles
    Test number
    904693778344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass27,120 miles (+1,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,120 miles
    Test number
    968193185002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass25,205 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,205 miles
    Test number
    188123174492
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    285449073019
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass20,075 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,075 miles
    Test number
    188324492052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,385 miles (+2,593)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,385 miles
    Test number
    519738281015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,792 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,792 miles
    Test number
    354930690069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,762 miles (+3,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    11,762 miles
    Test number
    993183189065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass8,289 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    8,289 miles
    Test number
    193241178068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    5,918 miles
    Test number
    244502997075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VUA

Does LB53 VUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 VUA is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VUA?
The MOT on LB53 VUA is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 VUA done?
LB53 VUA was recorded at 48,812 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 2,262 miles a year.
Has LB53 VUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VUA has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 VUA 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 VUA find?
LB53 VUA passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear subframe/suspension rusty.

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