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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 KOBMOT history

LD53 KOB is a green petrol MINI first used on 22 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 133,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2025.

LD53 KOB green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2026
Mileage
133,868 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KOB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KOB was last recorded at 133,868 miles on 12 Feb 2025, 5,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,474 miles · 15 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5,394 miles
Average per year
6,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,868 miles
  • 2024 – 128,474 miles
  • 2023 – 122,188 miles
  • 2022 – 116,774 miles
  • 2021 – 115,204 miles
  • 2020 – 114,760 miles
  • 2019 – 110,249 miles
  • 2018 – 104,642 miles
  • 2017 – 98,993 miles
  • 2016 – 93,325 miles
  • 2015 – 82,782 miles
  • 2014 – 81,219 miles
  • 2013 – 67,563 miles
  • 2012 – 45,785 miles
  • 2011 – 24,955 miles
  • 2010 – 12,405 miles
  • 2009 – 11,094 miles
  • 2008 – 10,242 miles
  • 2007 – 9,354 miles
  • 2006 – 7,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,868 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded not resulting in holes still strengthened

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front brake disc worn not weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear axle and front sub frame corroded in areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,868 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,868 miles
    Test number
    593550721982
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded not resulting in holes still strengthened

  2. Fail133,868 miles (+5,394)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,868 miles
    Test number
    649554944453
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded not resulting in holes still strengthened

  3. Pass128,474 miles (+6,286)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,474 miles
    Test number
    521213069252
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle corroded in areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded still strengthened

  4. Pass122,188 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,188 miles
    Test number
    863826402520
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn not weakened
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle and front sub frame corroded in areas

  5. Fail122,188 miles (+5,414)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,188 miles
    Test number
    709373554771
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn not weakened
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle and front sub frame corroded in areas

  6. Pass116,774 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,774 miles
    Test number
    659942839124
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass115,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,204 miles
    Test number
    518036218916
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mount corroded

  8. Fail115,204 miles (+444)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,204 miles
    Test number
    124190955723
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Exhaust mount corroded

  9. Pass114,760 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,760 miles
    Test number
    835784663606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to bumper
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail114,757 miles (+4,508)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,757 miles
    Test number
    176289661776
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to bumper
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,249 miles (+5,607)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,249 miles
    Test number
    954285168552
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • 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))

  12. Pass104,642 miles (+5,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,642 miles
    Test number
    243409539197
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass98,993 miles (+5,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,993 miles
    Test number
    664008524438
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounts perished

  14. Pass93,325 miles (+4,588)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,325 miles
    Test number
    881313289287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,737 miles
    Test number
    167727835493
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corrosion throughout, rear silencer corroded. Lower arm bushes perished.

  16. Fail88,737 miles (+5,955)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,737 miles
    Test number
    225590340091
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corrosion throughout, rear silencer corroded. Lower arm bushes perished.

  17. Pass82,782 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,782 miles
    Test number
    586354045002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,219 miles (+13,656)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,219 miles
    Test number
    915400824238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r handbrake performance low

  19. Pass67,563 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,563 miles
    Test number
    137672123282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,555 miles (+21,770)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,555 miles
    Test number
    987431823227
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  21. Pass45,785 miles (+20,830)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    489566812247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,955 miles (+12,550)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    24,955 miles
    Test number
    495857621230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,405 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,405 miles
    Test number
    293062210205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,094 miles (+852)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    11,094 miles
    Test number
    411348769229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,242 miles (+888)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    10,242 miles
    Test number
    171661068268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,354 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    9,354 miles
    Test number
    380105957264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    7,519 miles
    Test number
    941305676218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KOB

Does LD53 KOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 KOB expired on 4 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KOB?
The MOT on LD53 KOB expired on 4 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 KOB done?
LD53 KOB was recorded at 133,868 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2025, an average of 6,880 miles a year.
Has LD53 KOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KOB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 KOB 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 KOB find?
LD53 KOB passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2025 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle, and 3 more.

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