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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LD53 LPDMOT history

LD53 LPD is a blue petrol MINI first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 79,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LD53 LPD blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,840 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LPD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 LPD was last recorded at 79,840 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,814 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,840 miles
  • 2022 – 79,814 miles
  • 2021 – 79,788 miles
  • 2020 – 79,752 miles
  • 2019 – 79,653 miles
  • 2018 – 78,880 miles
  • 2017 – 76,605 miles
  • 2016 – 73,744 miles
  • 2015 – 67,500 miles
  • 2014 – 61,269 miles
  • 2013 – 51,750 miles
  • 2012 – 46,774 miles
  • 2011 – 37,384 miles
  • 2010 – 35,043 miles
  • 2009 – 32,354 miles
  • 2008 – 30,205 miles
  • 2007 – 18,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,840 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryRear trailing arms corroded

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged kerb damage to outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,840 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,840 miles
    Test number
    814857699346
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arms corroded

  2. Pass79,814 miles (+26)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    79,814 miles
    Test number
    586013913978
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass79,788 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,788 miles
    Test number
    997648755183
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged kerb damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking badly in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material started to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged kerb damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail79,788 miles (+36)2 dangerous1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,788 miles
    Test number
    754470873292
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened braking surfaces badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened braking surfaces badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged kerb damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking badly in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material started to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged kerb damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass79,752 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    285470479266
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking very badly in treads
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail79,752 miles (+99)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    885466959710
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking very badly in treads
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass79,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,653 miles
    Test number
    573237148495
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail79,653 miles (+773)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,653 miles
    Test number
    714609458853
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,880 miles
    Test number
    283274512046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,880 miles (+2,275)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,880 miles
    Test number
    801962562135
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass76,605 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,605 miles
    Test number
    829098701372
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail76,605 miles (+2,861)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,605 miles
    Test number
    783247690918
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass73,744 miles (+6,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,744 miles
    Test number
    407186933360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass67,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,500 miles
    Test number
    466997049376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to n/s/rear

  15. Fail67,500 miles (+6,231)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,500 miles
    Test number
    464844815767
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to n/s/rear

  16. Pass61,269 miles (+250)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    61,269 miles
    Test number
    228536554358
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen,side repeaters slight white, baby seat fitted nsr, slightoil leak, osf wheel bearing slight rough, nsf tyre 2.3 mm and cutting out inside edge, osr tyre 2.2 mm, nsr tyre stepping inside edge

  17. Fail61,019 miles (+5,349)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,019 miles
    Test number
    986917844341
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen,side repeaters slight white, baby seat fitted nsr, slightoil leak, osf wheel bearing slight rough, nsf tyre 2.3 mm and cutting out inside edge, osr tyre 2.2 mm, nsr tyre stepping inside edge

  18. Pass55,670 miles (+51)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,670 miles
    Test number
    835519014169
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  19. Fail55,619 miles (+3,869)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,619 miles
    Test number
    719312214134
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass51,750 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,750 miles
    Test number
    617361823191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,774 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,774 miles
    Test number
    125811502157
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  22. Fail46,774 miles (+9,390)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,774 miles
    Test number
    816951902106
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  23. Pass37,384 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    189421511185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on tread area

  24. Fail37,384 miles (+2,341)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    975521811137
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on tread area

  25. Pass35,043 miles (+2,689)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,043 miles
    Test number
    183552410191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade split at end
    • NoteO/s/r exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  26. Pass32,354 miles (+2,149)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,354 miles
    Test number
    683821919146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres cracked

  27. Pass30,205 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,205 miles
    Test number
    424225118179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,993 miles
    Test number
    103247358007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,993 miles (+11,600)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,993 miles
    Test number
    473266658021
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass18,393 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,393 miles
    Test number
    651456007114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    18,373 miles
    Test number
    510116437053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 LPD

Does LD53 LPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 LPD is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LPD?
The MOT on LD53 LPD is valid until 6 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 LPD done?
LD53 LPD was recorded at 79,840 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has LD53 LPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LPD has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 LPD 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 LPD find?
LD53 LPD passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: fuel tank straps corroded; rear subframe corroded; rear trailing arms corroded.

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