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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 FHNMOT history

LD53 FHN is a silver petrol MINI first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 111,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

LD53 FHN silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2026
Mileage
111,146 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FHN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FHN was last recorded at 111,146 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,146 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,146 miles
  • 2024 – 107,646 miles
  • 2023 – 104,792 miles
  • 2022 – 100,007 miles
  • 2021 – 94,562 miles
  • 2020 – 88,777 miles
  • 2019 – 81,173 miles
  • 2018 – 69,763 miles
  • 2017 – 58,213 miles
  • 2016 – 55,481 miles
  • 2015 – 53,096 miles
  • 2014 – 50,976 miles
  • 2013 – 49,114 miles
  • 2012 – 47,259 miles
  • 2011 – 45,542 miles
  • 2009 – 41,433 miles
  • 2007 – 31,200 miles
  • 2006 – 18,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,146 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,146 miles
    Test number
    364859611715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,146 miles (+3,500)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,146 miles
    Test number
    801262909418
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,646 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,646 miles
    Test number
    323134035406
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail107,641 miles (+2,849)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,641 miles
    Test number
    929518773108
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass104,792 miles (+4,785)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,792 miles
    Test number
    522592692057
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass100,007 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    945382053384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail100,007 miles (+5,445)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,007 miles
    Test number
    307306040409
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Box (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass94,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,562 miles
    Test number
    229909868094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,559 miles (+5,782)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,559 miles
    Test number
    376326769823
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass88,777 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,777 miles
    Test number
    847831161179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail88,777 miles (+7,604)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,777 miles
    Test number
    430014264693
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass81,173 miles (+11,410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,173 miles
    Test number
    665743473911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,763 miles (+11,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,763 miles
    Test number
    470511896218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,213 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,213 miles
    Test number
    826409622148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,212 miles (+2,731)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,212 miles
    Test number
    711925967779
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass55,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    55,481 miles
    Test number
    539169052804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,481 miles (+2,385)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,481 miles
    Test number
    902933018869
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass53,096 miles (+2,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,096 miles
    Test number
    108359645478
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass50,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,976 miles
    Test number
    807869454074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,976 miles (+1,862)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,976 miles
    Test number
    409948354013
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass49,114 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,114 miles
    Test number
    905990453017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,259 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,259 miles
    Test number
    125803432446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,256 miles (+1,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,256 miles
    Test number
    956072332054
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  24. Pass45,542 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,542 miles
    Test number
    587011741044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,433 miles (+2,780)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,433 miles
    Test number
    101085239300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,653 miles (+7,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,653 miles
    Test number
    221613779040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass31,200 miles (+12,980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,200 miles
    Test number
    512107057226
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low

  28. Pass18,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,220 miles
    Test number
    360620376458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 FHN

Does LD53 FHN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 FHN expired on 5 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FHN?
The MOT on LD53 FHN expired on 5 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 FHN done?
LD53 FHN was recorded at 111,146 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 5,020 miles a year.
Has LD53 FHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FHN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 FHN 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 FHN find?
LD53 FHN passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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