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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 ECTMOT history

LD03 ECT is a green petrol MINI first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 105,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

LD03 ECT green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
105,539 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 ECT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 ECT was last recorded at 105,539 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,499 miles · 30 May 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
4,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,539 miles
  • 2025 – 98,764 miles
  • 2024 – 88,339 miles
  • 2023 – 76,778 miles
  • 2022 – 67,908 miles
  • 2021 – 66,417 miles
  • 2020 – 63,577 miles
  • 2019 – 60,790 miles
  • 2018 – 58,742 miles
  • 2017 – 55,769 miles
  • 2016 – 53,704 miles
  • 2015 – 51,283 miles
  • 2014 – 46,995 miles
  • 2013 – 41,820 miles
  • 2012 – 29,314 miles
  • 2011 – 27,312 miles
  • 2010 – 24,649 miles
  • 2009 – 18,875 miles
  • 2008 – 12,822 miles
  • 2007 – 8,320 miles
  • 2006 – 6,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,539 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear ALL REAR SEATS AND SEATBELTS HAVE BEEN REMOVEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHEILDS INSECURERecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough LOCK TO LOCK (2.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

33 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,539 miles (+40)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    105,539 miles
    Test number
    219016836110
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear ALL REAR SEATS AND SEATBELTS HAVE BEEN REMOVED
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHEILDS INSECURE
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough LOCK TO LOCK (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail105,499 miles (+25)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,499 miles
    Test number
    987373838307
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed ENGINE OVERHEATING (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear ALL REAR SEATS AND SEATBELTS HAVE BEEN REMOVED
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHEILDS INSECURE
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough LOCK TO LOCK (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail105,474 miles (+165)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,474 miles
    Test number
    159335469827
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust heatshields insecure
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough lock to lock (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear seats and seatbelts have been removed

  4. Fail105,309 miles (+6,545)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,309 miles
    Test number
    310139724390
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat sheild loose

  5. Pass98,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    98,764 miles
    Test number
    704150428357
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail98,764 miles (+105)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,764 miles
    Test number
    947156320823
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail98,659 miles (+10,320)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,659 miles
    Test number
    422563053839
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure at the rear
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner wheel rim out of shape

  8. Pass88,339 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,339 miles
    Test number
    178484180780
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  9. Fail88,339 miles (+11,561)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,339 miles
    Test number
    946593104519
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,778 miles (+8,870)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,778 miles
    Test number
    824235060035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,908 miles (+1,491)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,908 miles
    Test number
    696527489749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,417 miles (+2,840)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    66,417 miles
    Test number
    133059525197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    63,577 miles
    Test number
    613430907601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,577 miles (+2,787)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,577 miles
    Test number
    448649808245
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass60,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    60,790 miles
    Test number
    697371693775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail60,790 miles (+2,048)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,790 miles
    Test number
    893989920270
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass58,742 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,742 miles
    Test number
    358254957475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,769 miles (+2,065)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,769 miles
    Test number
    571868022959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,704 miles (+2,421)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,704 miles
    Test number
    330620845377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,283 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,283 miles
    Test number
    486236405149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,995 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,995 miles
    Test number
    878120694027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail46,993 miles (+5,173)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,993 miles
    Test number
    827413484054
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass41,820 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,820 miles
    Test number
    179936803101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail41,812 miles (+12,498)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,812 miles
    Test number
    297346693038
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass29,314 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,314 miles
    Test number
    596098202106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail29,314 miles (+2,002)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,314 miles
    Test number
    856497902185
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass27,312 miles (+2,663)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    27,312 miles
    Test number
    966881011141
    • NoteAir leak on engine breather pipe

  28. Pass24,649 miles (+5,774)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,649 miles
    Test number
    332800910130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrank case breather pipe is split.

  29. Pass18,875 miles (+6,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    18,875 miles
    Test number
    100336309100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass12,822 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,822 miles
    Test number
    474222998016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail12,804 miles (+4,484)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,804 miles
    Test number
    362581898002
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  32. Pass8,320 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    8,320 miles
    Test number
    464968307191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass6,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    6,578 miles
    Test number
    614946896038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 ECT

Does LD03 ECT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 ECT is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 ECT?
The MOT on LD03 ECT is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 ECT done?
LD03 ECT was recorded at 105,539 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 4,907 miles a year.
Has LD03 ECT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 ECT has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 ECT 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 LD03 ECT find?
LD03 ECT passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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