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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 KEKMOT history

LD53 KEK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 9 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

LD53 KEK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,654 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KEK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KEK was last recorded at 87,654 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2016: 49,178 miles, lower than 58,457 miles on 10 Jun 2014.

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
87,614 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
3,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,654 miles
  • 2025 – 87,614 miles
  • 2024 – 85,507 miles
  • 2023 – 83,326 miles
  • 2022 – 79,714 miles
  • 2021 – 75,297 miles
  • 2019 – 66,573 miles
  • 2018 – 61,526 miles
  • 2017 – 55,394 miles
  • 2016 – 49,178 miles
  • 2014 – 58,457 miles
  • 2011 – 49,128 miles
  • 2010 – 44,691 miles
  • 2008 – 35,517 miles
  • 2006 – 22,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,654 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,654 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,654 miles
    Test number
    929344197848
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail87,654 miles (+40)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,654 miles
    Test number
    557837803439
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass87,614 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,614 miles
    Test number
    365611540014
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp covered by clear tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corrosion

  4. Fail87,614 miles (+2,107)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,614 miles
    Test number
    112562804441
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp covered by clear tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corrosion

  5. Pass85,507 miles (+2,181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,507 miles
    Test number
    837432352537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass83,326 miles (+3,612)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,326 miles
    Test number
    150935435908
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens damged but not affecting any light sources
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,714 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    79,714 miles
    Test number
    334576642145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,297 miles (+8,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    75,297 miles
    Test number
    285847791106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass66,573 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,573 miles
    Test number
    376319686146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail66,573 miles (+5,047)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,573 miles
    Test number
    360445840624
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,526 miles
    Test number
    822291176295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,526 miles (+6,132)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,526 miles
    Test number
    998207110757
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass55,394 miles (+6,216)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,394 miles
    Test number
    981082396905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,178 miles
    Test number
    633854039441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail49,178 miles (-9,279)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,178 miles
    Test number
    880095317599
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lenz broken (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass58,457 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,457 miles
    Test number
    989871964193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,456 miles (+9,328)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    275680864130
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass49,128 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,128 miles
    Test number
    399418641153
    • NoteCoolant bottle empty - top up
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber split

  19. Fail49,128 miles (+4,437)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,128 miles
    Test number
    848638441187
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCoolant bottle empty - top up
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber split

  20. Pass44,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    414687540199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,691 miles (+9,174)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    130567040134
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass35,517 miles (+13,489)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,517 miles
    Test number
    471585018429
    • NoteSpare tyre split to canvas

  23. Pass22,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,028 miles
    Test number
    490501516335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,028 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,028 miles
    Test number
    533421616359
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim slightly low

Questions about LD53 KEK

Does LD53 KEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KEK is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KEK?
The MOT on LD53 KEK is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KEK done?
LD53 KEK was recorded at 87,654 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,373 miles a year.
Has LD53 KEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KEK has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 KEK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 KEK find?
LD53 KEK passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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