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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 CMEMOT history

LD53 CME is a grey petrol MINI first used on 9 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 121,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

LD53 CME grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,121 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 CME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 CME was last recorded at 121,121 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,121 miles · 30 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,121 miles
  • 2025 – 121,121 miles
  • 2024 – 117,765 miles
  • 2023 – 110,907 miles
  • 2022 – 104,753 miles
  • 2021 – 98,294 miles
  • 2020 – 94,510 miles
  • 2019 – 87,124 miles
  • 2018 – 79,073 miles
  • 2017 – 76,395 miles
  • 2016 – 72,543 miles
  • 2015 – 65,999 miles
  • 2014 – 56,615 miles
  • 2013 – 49,605 miles
  • 2012 – 44,648 miles
  • 2011 – 38,533 miles
  • 2010 – 35,078 miles
  • 2009 – 32,487 miles
  • 2008 – 28,666 miles
  • 2007 – 24,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,121 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Electric p/s pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,121 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,121 miles
    Test number
    864384936986
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Electric p/s pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail121,121 miles (+3,356)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,121 miles
    Test number
    917835668623
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Electric p/s pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass117,765 miles (+6,858)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,765 miles
    Test number
    434504790893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-side of the vehicle getting corroded.

  4. Pass110,907 miles (+6,154)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,907 miles
    Test number
    179304398756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass104,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,753 miles
    Test number
    252967056208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,753 miles (+6,459)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,753 miles
    Test number
    894568467092
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn face of disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,294 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,294 miles
    Test number
    603911905570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail98,294 miles (+3,784)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,294 miles
    Test number
    304540558965
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass94,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,510 miles
    Test number
    819919440191
    • AdvisoryRear boot lid stuck in the closed position

  10. Fail94,510 miles (+7,386)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,510 miles
    Test number
    508358804593
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear boot lid stuck in the closed position

  11. Pass87,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,124 miles
    Test number
    262113236819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,124 miles (+8,051)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,124 miles
    Test number
    148583288164
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass79,073 miles (+2,678)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,073 miles
    Test number
    762121914997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,395 miles (+3,852)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,395 miles
    Test number
    845131881801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,543 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,543 miles
    Test number
    264047808016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail72,543 miles (+6,544)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,543 miles
    Test number
    656654512778
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass65,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    65,999 miles
    Test number
    639954682499
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn low on edges.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box has slight corrosion.

  18. Fail65,999 miles (+9,384)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,999 miles
    Test number
    484318191078
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn low on edges.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box has slight corrosion.

  19. Pass56,615 miles (+7,010)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,615 miles
    Test number
    797000934232
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR EXHAUST STRAP AS SLIGHT CORROSION
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR EXHAUST BOX AS SLIGHT CORROSION

  20. Pass49,605 miles (+4,957)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,605 miles
    Test number
    368371113252
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

  21. Pass44,648 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,648 miles
    Test number
    808491042211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,638 miles (+6,105)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,638 miles
    Test number
    626067632251
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,533 miles (+3,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,533 miles
    Test number
    509832881031
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass35,078 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,078 miles
    Test number
    201318370070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,077 miles (+2,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,077 miles
    Test number
    764377570093
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  26. Pass32,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,487 miles
    Test number
    121387979041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail32,487 miles (+3,821)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,487 miles
    Test number
    402277179009
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass28,666 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,666 miles
    Test number
    612998658039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,697 miles
    Test number
    510597267035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 CME

Does LD53 CME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 CME is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 CME?
The MOT on LD53 CME is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 CME done?
LD53 CME was recorded at 121,121 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 5,123 miles a year.
Has LD53 CME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 CME has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 CME 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 CME find?
LD53 CME passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: central front hydraulic leak, but not excessive electric p/s pump; general underbody corrosion; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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