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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 KHJMOT history

LD53 KHJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 120,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

LD53 KHJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
120,394 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KHJ was last recorded at 120,394 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 3,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,065 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,329 miles
Average per year
5,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,394 miles
  • 2025 – 117,065 miles
  • 2023 – 109,839 miles
  • 2021 – 103,062 miles
  • 2019 – 101,413 miles
  • 2017 – 96,227 miles
  • 2016 – 94,157 miles
  • 2015 – 86,818 miles
  • 2014 – 78,388 miles
  • 2013 – 67,491 miles
  • 2012 – 56,960 miles
  • 2011 – 49,162 miles
  • 2010 – 43,092 miles
  • 2009 – 35,458 miles
  • 2008 – 27,485 miles
  • 2007 – 20,922 miles
  • 2006 – 16,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,394 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,394 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    120,394 miles
    Test number
    344077522617
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail120,394 miles (+3,329)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,394 miles
    Test number
    304689103156
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass117,065 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,065 miles
    Test number
    566080130362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,065 miles (+7,226)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,065 miles
    Test number
    809773713036
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,839 miles (+19)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,839 miles
    Test number
    634883672654
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail109,820 miles (+6,758)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,820 miles
    Test number
    993475832600
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    103,062 miles
    Test number
    968221195498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail103,062 miles (+5)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,062 miles
    Test number
    460791512133
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail103,057 miles (+1,644)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,057 miles
    Test number
    946593017660
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake warning lamp on

  10. Pass101,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,413 miles
    Test number
    924127462348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,413 miles (+5,186)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,413 miles
    Test number
    273764735572
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass96,227 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    372918900885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low

  13. Fail96,227 miles (+2,070)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    611444264055
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge has cords exposed (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass94,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,157 miles
    Test number
    347546677612
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  15. Fail94,157 miles (+7,339)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,157 miles
    Test number
    731776141216
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  16. Pass86,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,818 miles
    Test number
    107153635267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,818 miles (+8,430)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,818 miles
    Test number
    926103235223
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass78,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,388 miles
    Test number
    629195424253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,388 miles (+10,897)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,388 miles
    Test number
    967975724239
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass67,491 miles (+10,531)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,491 miles
    Test number
    269249163428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,960 miles
    Test number
    757235692152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,960 miles (+7,798)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,960 miles
    Test number
    647294292122
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass49,162 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,162 miles
    Test number
    719125591170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail49,159 miles (+6,067)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,159 miles
    Test number
    399443891143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass43,092 miles (+7,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    340288590409
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass35,458 miles (+7,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,458 miles
    Test number
    274084719341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass27,485 miles (+6,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,485 miles
    Test number
    991570018312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass20,922 miles (+4,100)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,922 miles
    Test number
    903386027398
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wiper blades not very ifficient
    • NoteSlight uneven rise and fall to rear brakes
    • NoteVery slight engine oil leak

  29. Pass16,822 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,822 miles
    Test number
    460837116347
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Note1 x Washer jet near side front innoperative
    • NoteAll jets could do with an adjustment
    • NoteCigar lighter is missing
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteEngine oil leak (maybe sump gasket)
    • NoteVery deep scratch to near side door and rear wing

  30. Fail16,822 miles1 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,822 miles
    Test number
    633017016362
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Note1 x Washer jet near side front innoperative
    • NoteAll jets could do with an adjustment
    • NoteCigar lighter is missing
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteEngine oil leak (maybe sump gasket)
    • NoteVery deep scratch to near side door and rear wing

Questions about LD53 KHJ

Does LD53 KHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KHJ is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KHJ?
The MOT on LD53 KHJ is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KHJ done?
LD53 KHJ was recorded at 120,394 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 5,280 miles a year.
Has LD53 KHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KHJ has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 KHJ 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 KHJ find?
LD53 KHJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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