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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LC53 EKAMOT history

LC53 EKA is a black petrol MINI first used on 17 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 93,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2024.

LC53 EKA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2025
Mileage
93,901 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2024
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 EKA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 EKA was last recorded at 93,901 miles on 13 Dec 2024, 1,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,248 miles · 13 Feb 2017
Between the last two tests
1,653 miles
Average per year
2,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,901 miles
  • 2017 – 92,248 miles
  • 2016 – 85,874 miles
  • 2015 – 80,927 miles
  • 2014 – 76,743 miles
  • 2013 – 72,832 miles
  • 2012 – 69,686 miles
  • 2011 – 65,865 miles
  • 2010 – 64,693 miles
  • 2009 – 58,057 miles
  • 2007 – 49,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,901 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,901 miles (+1,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    93,901 miles
    Test number
    658443844457
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,248 miles (+6,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    92,248 miles
    Test number
    536239935731
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  3. Pass85,874 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,874 miles
    Test number
    706473853306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,927 miles (+4,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,927 miles
    Test number
    226061385186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  5. Pass76,743 miles (+3,911)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,743 miles
    Test number
    948498074069
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are slightly out of shape

  6. Pass72,832 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,832 miles
    Test number
    109798383095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,686 miles
    Test number
    257778782025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,686 miles (+3,821)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,686 miles
    Test number
    487198182059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass65,865 miles (+1,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,865 miles
    Test number
    738841991019
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriated

  10. Pass64,693 miles (+6,636)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,693 miles
    Test number
    453859580018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak oil filter area

  11. Pass58,057 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,057 miles
    Test number
    964121199002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,050 miles (+8,931)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,050 miles
    Test number
    493469089022
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass49,119 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    49,119 miles
    Test number
    583815967224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail49,119 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,119 miles
    Test number
    730985467207
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LC53 EKA

Does LC53 EKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC53 EKA expired on 12 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC53 EKA?
The MOT on LC53 EKA expired on 12 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC53 EKA done?
LC53 EKA was recorded at 93,901 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2024, an average of 2,600 miles a year.
Has LC53 EKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 EKA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on LC53 EKA 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 LC53 EKA find?
LC53 EKA passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2024 with 1 advisory: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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