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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LC53 YAYMOT history

LC53 YAY is a silver petrol MINI first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LC53 YAY silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
132,265 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC53 YAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC53 YAY was last recorded at 132,265 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 10,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,523 miles · 9 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,742 miles
Average per year
5,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,265 miles
  • 2025 – 121,523 miles
  • 2024 – 112,564 miles
  • 2023 – 101,892 miles
  • 2022 – 94,695 miles
  • 2021 – 87,189 miles
  • 2020 – 80,423 miles
  • 2019 – 74,561 miles
  • 2018 – 67,876 miles
  • 2017 – 62,497 miles
  • 2016 – 56,512 miles
  • 2015 – 51,145 miles
  • 2014 – 46,674 miles
  • 2013 – 42,041 miles
  • 2012 – 39,029 miles
  • 2011 – 35,675 miles
  • 2010 – 25,247 miles
  • 2009 – 20,738 miles
  • 2008 – 17,913 miles
  • 2007 – 16,496 miles
  • 2006 – 14,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,265 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coilovers fitted (5.3.3 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,265 miles (+10,742)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    132,265 miles
    Test number
    315575118031
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coilovers fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  2. Pass121,523 miles (+8,959)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,523 miles
    Test number
    654627094182
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass112,564 miles (+10,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,564 miles
    Test number
    898238102597
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Body sill/Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Body sill/Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass101,892 miles (+7,197)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,892 miles
    Test number
    426843766286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,695 miles (+7,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    94,695 miles
    Test number
    791150262308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  6. Pass87,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    525286403982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,189 miles (+6,766)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    868914711546
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass80,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    804952318734
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail80,423 miles (+5,862)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    332124154339
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass74,561 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,561 miles
    Test number
    466663231249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Fail74,561 miles (+6,685)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,561 miles
    Test number
    812770368028
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass67,876 miles (+5,379)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,876 miles
    Test number
    600182781906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear calliper slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly perished
  13. Pass62,497 miles (+5,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,497 miles
    Test number
    902520146377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre misshapen inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass56,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,512 miles
    Test number
    873854925744
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose connection (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail56,504 miles (+5,359)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,504 miles
    Test number
    142348449157
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Flat spots on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Flat spots on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose connection (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass51,145 miles (+4,471)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,145 miles
    Test number
    959458775036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,674 miles (+4,633)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,674 miles
    Test number
    367563034306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,041 miles (+3,012)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,041 miles
    Test number
    437391133413
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass39,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,029 miles
    Test number
    368379722380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,029 miles (+3,354)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,029 miles
    Test number
    249269322348
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  21. Pass35,675 miles (+10,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,675 miles
    Test number
    678334731363
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Pass25,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    25,247 miles
    Test number
    653843120376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,247 miles (+4,509)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,247 miles
    Test number
    482502620449
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear washer not squirting any water
  24. Pass20,738 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,738 miles
    Test number
    821369729393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,913 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    17,913 miles
    Test number
    360725528338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,496 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    16,496 miles
    Test number
    414037527368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,554 miles
    Test number
    553208226357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC53 YAY

Does LC53 YAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC53 YAY is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC53 YAY?
The MOT on LC53 YAY is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC53 YAY done?
LC53 YAY was recorded at 132,265 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,978 miles a year.
Has LC53 YAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC53 YAY has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LC53 YAY 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 YAY find?
LC53 YAY passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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