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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 FUYMOT history

LD53 FUY is a silver petrol MINI first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022 and it has passed 13 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2023.

LD53 FUY silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2022
Mileage
106,167 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
13 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 FUY was last recorded at 106,167 miles on 10 Mar 2023, 5,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Nov 2012: 55,899 miles, lower than 55,901 miles on 16 Nov 2012.
  • 24 Dec 2021: 100,805 miles, lower than 100,806 miles on 20 Dec 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,805 miles · 24 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,362 miles
Average per year
5,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 106,167 miles
  • 2021 – 100,805 miles
  • 2020 – 95,115 miles
  • 2018 – 86,674 miles
  • 2017 – 77,849 miles
  • 2014 – 66,720 miles
  • 2013 – 58,609 miles
  • 2012 – 55,899 miles
  • 2011 – 50,619 miles
  • 2010 – 42,242 miles
  • 2009 – 32,587 miles
  • 2008 – 27,234 miles
  • 2007 – 21,948 miles
  • 2006 – 16,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,167 miles
  • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorFront Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
  • MinorFront Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play nsf inner tierod
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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, 2020

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,167 miles (+5,362)8 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,167 miles
    Test number
    553990644788
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play nsf inner tierod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass100,805 miles (-1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,805 miles
    Test number
    539474298339
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail100,806 miles (+5,691)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,806 miles
    Test number
    139704256191
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass95,115 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,115 miles
    Test number
    714536510972
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,114 miles (+3)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,114 miles
    Test number
    381701254731
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure strap rusted (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail95,111 miles (+8,437)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,111 miles
    Test number
    740941861585
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,674 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,674 miles
    Test number
    862642565842
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear control arm bushes worn and starting to split.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryHeavy engine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition.

  8. Fail86,674 miles (+8,825)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,674 miles
    Test number
    556121991283
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear control arm bushes worn and starting to split.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryHeavy engine oil leaks.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition.

  9. Pass77,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    716697700654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,849 miles (+11,129)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    625154162958
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass66,720 miles (+47)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,720 miles
    Test number
    495547514336
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN\s front tyre small split
    • NoteO\s front tyre perished
    • NoteO\s rear jacking block missing
    • NoteRear exhaust weak and corroded

  12. Fail66,673 miles (+8,064)2 failures2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,673 miles
    Test number
    419164114320
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN\s front tyre small split
    • NoteO\s front tyre perished
    • NoteO\s rear jacking block missing
    • NoteRear exhaust weak and corroded

  13. Fail58,609 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,609 miles
    Test number
    326278703370
    • Repaired at testNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass58,609 miles (+2,710)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,609 miles
    Test number
    976958903316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,899 miles (-2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,899 miles
    Test number
    458905822359
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail55,901 miles (+5,282)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,901 miles
    Test number
    228231322328
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum

  17. Pass50,619 miles (+8,377)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,619 miles
    Test number
    447300981255
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlastic clear cover over offside rear lamp cluster broken

  18. Pass42,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    42,242 miles
    Test number
    770783970233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail42,242 miles (+9,655)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,242 miles
    Test number
    992353970270
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass32,587 miles (+5,353)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,587 miles
    Test number
    790191079218
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear tyres are wearing unevenly on outer treads and cracking on outer walls
    • NoteOffside front and nearside front wiper blades are split

  21. Pass27,234 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,234 miles
    Test number
    853797178210
    • NoteRear silencer corroded and also bracket that holds silencer but still secure

  22. Fail27,234 miles (+5,286)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,234 miles
    Test number
    881396578258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass21,948 miles (+5,300)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,948 miles
    Test number
    534839367257
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f body damage

  24. Fail16,648 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,648 miles
    Test number
    351265266277
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  25. Pass16,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,648 miles
    Test number
    484115666256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 FUY

Does LD53 FUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 FUY expired on 23 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FUY?
The MOT on LD53 FUY expired on 23 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 FUY done?
LD53 FUY was recorded at 106,167 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2023, an average of 5,438 miles a year.
Has LD53 FUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FUY has failed 12 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 FUY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 FUY find?
LD53 FUY failed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2023 with 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: front oil leaking excessively from engine; front speedometer cannot be illuminated; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 13 more.

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