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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 KOWMOT history

LD53 KOW is a blue petrol MINI first used on 3 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 77,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

LD53 KOW blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
77,747 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KOW was last recorded at 77,747 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 3,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,887 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,860 miles
Average per year
2,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,747 miles
  • 2024 – 73,887 miles
  • 2023 – 71,631 miles
  • 2022 – 69,764 miles
  • 2021 – 67,930 miles
  • 2020 – 66,138 miles
  • 2019 – 64,581 miles
  • 2018 – 61,309 miles
  • 2017 – 57,229 miles
  • 2016 – 53,036 miles
  • 2015 – 50,714 miles
  • 2014 – 47,920 miles
  • 2013 – 44,909 miles
  • 2012 – 42,438 miles
  • 2011 – 39,429 miles
  • 2010 – 37,263 miles
  • 2008 – 32,510 miles
  • 2007 – 28,889 miles
  • 2006 – 23,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,747 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including suspension arms both n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,747 miles (+3,860)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,747 miles
    Test number
    534459292913
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive including suspension arms both n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,887 miles (+2,256)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,887 miles
    Test number
    559584723826
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass71,631 miles (+1,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    71,631 miles
    Test number
    153152209077
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  4. Pass69,764 miles (+1,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,764 miles
    Test number
    706728719265
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass67,930 miles (+1,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,930 miles
    Test number
    759387261248
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass66,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    884432846124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail66,138 miles (+1,557)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,138 miles
    Test number
    921073992783
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass64,581 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,581 miles
    Test number
    814983358768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,565 miles (+3,256)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,565 miles
    Test number
    795118369593
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass61,309 miles (+4,080)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,309 miles
    Test number
    261130231285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass57,229 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,229 miles
    Test number
    234618914282
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside main beam bulb fitted up side down

  12. Fail57,229 miles (+4,193)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,229 miles
    Test number
    470255812192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside main beam bulb fitted up side down

  13. Pass53,036 miles (+2,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,036 miles
    Test number
    853169611037
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on underside of vehicle

  14. Pass50,714 miles (+2,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    50,714 miles
    Test number
    387969100210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is slightly perished

  15. Pass47,920 miles (+3,011)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    47,920 miles
    Test number
    836147114315
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a cut on side wall

  16. Pass44,909 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,909 miles
    Test number
    319978313303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,438 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,438 miles
    Test number
    265788612393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,429 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,429 miles
    Test number
    547090921373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,263 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    37,263 miles
    Test number
    573141820360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,510 miles (+3,621)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,510 miles
    Test number
    202773228366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,889 miles
    Test number
    440526827459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,889 miles (+5,813)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,889 miles
    Test number
    731906027331
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  23. Pass23,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,076 miles
    Test number
    352528126381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KOW

Does LD53 KOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 KOW expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KOW?
The MOT on LD53 KOW expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 KOW done?
LD53 KOW was recorded at 77,747 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 2,926 miles a year.
Has LD53 KOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KOW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 KOW 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 KOW find?
LD53 KOW passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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