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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 OTJMOT history

LD53 OTJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 142,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2024.

LD53 OTJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2025
Mileage
142,434 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 OTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 OTJ was last recorded at 142,434 miles on 5 Nov 2024, 11,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
131,346 miles · 4 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11,088 miles
Average per year
6,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,434 miles
  • 2023 – 131,346 miles
  • 2022 – 114,192 miles
  • 2021 – 108,354 miles
  • 2020 – 105,714 miles
  • 2019 – 98,161 miles
  • 2018 – 90,625 miles
  • 2017 – 81,124 miles
  • 2016 – 74,703 miles
  • 2015 – 68,946 miles
  • 2014 – 66,125 miles
  • 2013 – 62,842 miles
  • 2012 – 59,355 miles
  • 2011 – 55,756 miles
  • 2010 – 48,260 miles
  • 2009 – 47,421 miles
  • 2008 – 43,901 miles
  • 2007 – 41,725 miles
  • 2006 – 31,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,434 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL 4 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output L and R (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 exhaust silencer outer skin corroded/deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,434 miles (+11,088)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    142,434 miles
    Test number
    437938754491
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL 4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output L and R (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass131,346 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,346 miles
    Test number
    447730380606
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Four (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail131,345 miles (+17,153)2 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,345 miles
    Test number
    793946614223
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Four (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,192 miles (+5,838)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    249501523478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,354 miles (+2,640)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    108,354 miles
    Test number
    407492159573
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 1,6 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass105,714 miles (+7,553)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,714 miles
    Test number
    478137926216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,161 miles (+7,536)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,161 miles
    Test number
    653200240392
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside registration plate lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded/deteriorated

  8. Pass90,625 miles (+9,501)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,625 miles
    Test number
    520244190863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  9. Pass81,124 miles (+6,421)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    252468257966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper top mount has play above shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper top mount has play above shock absorber
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine bay

  10. Pass74,703 miles (+5,757)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,703 miles
    Test number
    770288007188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated/corroded slightly

  11. Pass68,946 miles (+2,821)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,946 miles
    Test number
    369280825139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,125 miles (+3,283)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,125 miles
    Test number
    628959214334
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCondensation in offside rear lamp
    • NoteFront wipers smear slightly
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding

  13. Pass62,842 miles (+3,487)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,842 miles
    Test number
    966545223374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald inner edge
    • NoteOff side rear lamp has condensation inside lens
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroding

  14. Pass59,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,355 miles
    Test number
    156586922347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,355 miles (+3,599)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,355 miles
    Test number
    575686022373
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass55,756 miles (+7,496)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,756 miles
    Test number
    747541811323
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn inner edge

  17. Pass48,260 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,260 miles
    Test number
    350076120381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged and deterioarted outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre damaged and badly deterioarted outer edge

  18. Fail48,259 miles (+838)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,259 miles
    Test number
    571806220397
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged and deterioarted outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre damaged and badly deterioarted outer edge

  19. Pass47,421 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,421 miles
    Test number
    110450009374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,901 miles
    Test number
    772728008375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail43,901 miles (+2,176)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,901 miles
    Test number
    591308708300
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass41,725 miles (+9,852)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    270817207303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,873 miles
    Test number
    684333976278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 OTJ

Does LD53 OTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 OTJ expired on 4 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 OTJ?
The MOT on LD53 OTJ expired on 4 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 OTJ done?
LD53 OTJ was recorded at 142,434 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2024, an average of 6,108 miles a year.
Has LD53 OTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 OTJ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 OTJ 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 OTJ find?
LD53 OTJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2024 with 9 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 6 more.

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