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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 JOJMOT history

LD53 JOJ is a green petrol MINI first used on 8 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 143,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LD53 JOJ green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
143,603 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 JOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 JOJ was last recorded at 143,603 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 2,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,058 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,545 miles
Average per year
5,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,603 miles
  • 2024 – 141,058 miles
  • 2023 – 137,175 miles
  • 2022 – 133,194 miles
  • 2021 – 126,246 miles
  • 2020 – 119,889 miles
  • 2019 – 116,058 miles
  • 2018 – 109,796 miles
  • 2017 – 102,818 miles
  • 2016 – 99,443 miles
  • 2015 – 95,916 miles
  • 2014 – 91,394 miles
  • 2013 – 82,632 miles
  • 2012 – 80,378 miles
  • 2011 – 74,161 miles
  • 2010 – 67,869 miles
  • 2009 – 52,928 miles
  • 2008 – 46,115 miles
  • 2007 – 46,050 miles
  • 2006 – 37,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,603 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,603 miles (+2,545)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    143,603 miles
    Test number
    585226302984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass141,058 miles (+9)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,058 miles
    Test number
    265492790923
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail141,049 miles (+3,874)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,049 miles
    Test number
    982969604711
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass137,175 miles (+3,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,175 miles
    Test number
    857283407150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass133,194 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,194 miles
    Test number
    692007832630
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail133,192 miles (+6,946)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,192 miles
    Test number
    198884445843
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both lenses missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass126,246 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,246 miles
    Test number
    864192062723
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail126,246 miles (+760)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,246 miles
    Test number
    518644770053
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail125,486 miles (+5,597)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,486 miles
    Test number
    454864273175
    • MajorEmissions not tested Over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber seal perished/cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass119,889 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    119,889 miles
    Test number
    110282298249
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both top shock mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight patterns poor

  11. Fail119,887 miles (+3,829)1 dangerous6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,887 miles
    Test number
    581560035276
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in both top shock mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight patterns poor

  12. Pass116,058 miles (+6,262)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,058 miles
    Test number
    521824092755
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass109,796 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,796 miles
    Test number
    947365558396
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail109,796 miles (+6,978)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,796 miles
    Test number
    616202984086
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no beam pattern (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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated also has play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also low tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass102,818 miles (+3,375)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,818 miles
    Test number
    608736510653
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm and cuts in inner sidewall but no cords showing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass99,443 miles (+3,527)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,443 miles
    Test number
    892325658022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,916 miles (+4,522)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,916 miles
    Test number
    797049495172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,394 miles (+8,762)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,394 miles
    Test number
    935226684168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,632 miles (+2,254)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,632 miles
    Test number
    715162113227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,378 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    80,378 miles
    Test number
    119937842338
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc inner face heavily pitted
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorating

  21. Fail80,378 miles (+6,217)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,378 miles
    Test number
    396107842383
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc inner face heavily pitted
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorating

  22. Pass74,161 miles (+6,292)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,161 miles
    Test number
    415649441437
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn corroded

  23. Pass67,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,869 miles
    Test number
    670587350348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,869 miles (+14,941)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,869 miles
    Test number
    710637250371
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass52,928 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,928 miles
    Test number
    513753709077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have small age cracks in outer sidewalls

  26. Fail52,928 miles (+6,813)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,928 miles
    Test number
    763422409061
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have small age cracks in outer sidewalls

  27. Pass46,115 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,115 miles
    Test number
    673324628058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,050 miles (+8,453)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,050 miles
    Test number
    654048327364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,597 miles
    Test number
    803958656257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 JOJ

Does LD53 JOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 JOJ is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 JOJ?
The MOT on LD53 JOJ is valid until 10 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 JOJ done?
LD53 JOJ was recorded at 143,603 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 5,537 miles a year.
Has LD53 JOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 JOJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 JOJ 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 JOJ find?
LD53 JOJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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