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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 KZAMOT history

LD53 KZA is a red petrol MINI first used on 19 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2025.

LD53 KZA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
105,222 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 KZA was last recorded at 105,222 miles on 19 Feb 2025, 4,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,207 miles · 23 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4,015 miles
Average per year
5,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,222 miles
  • 2024 – 101,207 miles
  • 2023 – 98,833 miles
  • 2022 – 95,170 miles
  • 2021 – 91,308 miles
  • 2020 – 88,366 miles
  • 2019 – 84,052 miles
  • 2018 – 77,844 miles
  • 2017 – 72,010 miles
  • 2015 – 65,034 miles
  • 2014 – 57,874 miles
  • 2013 – 57,197 miles
  • 2012 – 56,693 miles
  • 2011 – 51,970 miles
  • 2010 – 44,965 miles
  • 2009 – 36,383 miles
  • 2008 – 28,619 miles
  • 2007 – 14,823 miles
  • 2006 – 8,413 miles
  • 2005 – 2,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,222 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under body pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,222 miles (+4,015)1 dangerous4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,222 miles
    Test number
    853497317687
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,207 miles (+2,374)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,207 miles
    Test number
    259726105694
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pad anti-rattle clips missing
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Wearing out on edges, passes due to raised tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both, outer casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working, vehicle registered before 1st Sept 2009

  3. Pass98,833 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,833 miles
    Test number
    397282477555
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks outer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to Rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail98,832 miles (+3,662)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,832 miles
    Test number
    206062367204
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks outer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to Rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass95,170 miles (+3,862)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    837833817699
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass91,308 miles (+2,942)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,308 miles
    Test number
    890179482228
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass88,366 miles (+37)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,366 miles
    Test number
    152637799962
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under body pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake caliper retaining clip is missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper retaining clip is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear wire is broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,329 miles (+4,277)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,329 miles
    Test number
    300470529046
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under body pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake caliper retaining clip is missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake caliper retaining clip is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear wire is broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,052 miles (+6,208)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    356160683466
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake caliper retaining springs are missing
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor is broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,844 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    329692330441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight bind offside rear wheel

  11. Fail77,844 miles (+5,834)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    929856302235
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight bind offside rear wheel

  12. Pass72,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    842563988005
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust poor condition

  13. Fail72,010 miles (+6,976)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    681527608290
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust poor condition

  14. Pass65,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    65,034 miles
    Test number
    104591884853
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various places (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  15. Fail65,034 miles (+7,160)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,034 miles
    Test number
    238631493885
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various places (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  16. Pass57,874 miles (+677)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,874 miles
    Test number
    889250654313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,197 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,197 miles
    Test number
    977087943369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,693 miles
    Test number
    499139542451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,690 miles (+4,720)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,690 miles
    Test number
    327949742373
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass51,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,970 miles
    Test number
    156142131378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,970 miles (+7,005)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,970 miles
    Test number
    747432831391
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass44,965 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    600703040323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail44,965 miles (+8,582)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    381011140355
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,383 miles
    Test number
    442603549317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,383 miles (+7,764)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,383 miles
    Test number
    700042949308
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass28,619 miles (+13,796)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,619 miles
    Test number
    880300238345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,823 miles
    Test number
    332350347338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail14,823 miles (+6,410)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,823 miles
    Test number
    480180447327
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass8,413 miles (+5,985)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    8,413 miles
    Test number
    354219846343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass2,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    2,428 miles
    Test number
    354860555397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KZA

Does LD53 KZA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 KZA expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KZA?
The MOT on LD53 KZA expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 KZA done?
LD53 KZA was recorded at 105,222 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2025, an average of 5,360 miles a year.
Has LD53 KZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KZA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 KZA 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 KZA find?
LD53 KZA failed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside headlamp aim too low, and 14 more.

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