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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 AKXMOT history

LD53 AKX is a black petrol MINI first used on 16 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 57,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LD53 AKX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
57,710 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 AKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 AKX was last recorded at 57,710 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,710 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,710 miles
  • 2023 – 49,621 miles
  • 2022 – 41,516 miles
  • 2020 – 38,641 miles
  • 2019 – 37,043 miles
  • 2018 – 35,921 miles
  • 2017 – 34,151 miles
  • 2016 – 32,231 miles
  • 2015 – 29,144 miles
  • 2014 – 25,859 miles
  • 2013 – 22,870 miles
  • 2012 – 21,808 miles
  • 2011 – 20,846 miles
  • 2009 – 20,080 miles
  • 2008 – 18,659 miles
  • 2007 – 16,865 miles
  • 2006 – 13,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,710 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside hand brake slightly slow in operationRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,710 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    57,710 miles
    Test number
    423041094445
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake slightly slow in operation
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail57,710 miles (+8,089)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,710 miles
    Test number
    308975328078
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake slightly slow in operation
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass49,621 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    49,621 miles
    Test number
    694523563638
    • AdvisoryClutch release bearing noisy
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box heavily corroded and minor leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped with signs of scoring and pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail49,621 miles (+8,105)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,621 miles
    Test number
    720281800871
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch release bearing noisy
    • AdvisoryCoolant expansion tank empty prior to testing
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box heavily corroded and minor leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped with signs of scoring and pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass41,516 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    41,516 miles
    Test number
    109760388550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,641 miles
    Test number
    666229158122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail38,641 miles (+1,598)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,641 miles
    Test number
    929138528801
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass37,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,043 miles
    Test number
    881362812214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail37,043 miles (+1,122)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,043 miles
    Test number
    302634123804
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking to pump from top up tank (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  10. Pass35,921 miles (+1,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    35,921 miles
    Test number
    954475017055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass34,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,151 miles
    Test number
    188656037455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail34,151 miles (+1,920)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,151 miles
    Test number
    375686920002
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass32,231 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    32,231 miles
    Test number
    895692318157
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back-box slightly corroded

  14. Fail32,231 miles (+3,087)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,231 miles
    Test number
    764471159268
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also heavily perished - advise replacement (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back-box slightly corroded

  15. Pass29,144 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,144 miles
    Test number
    767671045092
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily cracked on ouer sidewall

  16. Fail29,144 miles (+3,285)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,144 miles
    Test number
    199851945458
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily cracked on ouer sidewall

  17. Pass25,859 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,859 miles
    Test number
    359935254018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    22,870 miles
    Test number
    926146453006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,870 miles (+1,062)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,870 miles
    Test number
    219256853092
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass21,808 miles (+962)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    21,808 miles
    Test number
    639953022067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,846 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    20,846 miles
    Test number
    268041121065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,080 miles (+1,421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    20,080 miles
    Test number
    193695069228
    • NoteNearside front rear tyre perishing

  23. Pass18,659 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,659 miles
    Test number
    554742968255
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing

  24. Fail18,659 miles (+1,794)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,659 miles
    Test number
    711892668226
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing

  25. Pass16,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,865 miles
    Test number
    644960167205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,865 miles (+2,924)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,865 miles
    Test number
    473757957231
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass13,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    13,941 miles
    Test number
    961208556204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 AKX

Does LD53 AKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 AKX is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 AKX?
The MOT on LD53 AKX is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 AKX done?
LD53 AKX was recorded at 57,710 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,280 miles a year.
Has LD53 AKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 AKX has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 AKX 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 LD53 AKX find?
LD53 AKX passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside hand brake slightly slow in operation; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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