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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 OTTMOT history

LD53 OTT is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

LD53 OTT black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
109,142 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 OTT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 OTT was last recorded at 109,142 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,595 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
547 miles
Average per year
5,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,142 miles
  • 2024 – 108,595 miles
  • 2023 – 102,525 miles
  • 2022 – 99,953 miles
  • 2021 – 97,750 miles
  • 2020 – 96,089 miles
  • 2019 – 93,030 miles
  • 2018 – 89,680 miles
  • 2017 – 86,009 miles
  • 2016 – 83,952 miles
  • 2015 – 81,448 miles
  • 2014 – 70,619 miles
  • 2013 – 59,298 miles
  • 2012 – 52,807 miles
  • 2011 – 48,846 miles
  • 2010 – 35,724 miles
  • 2009 – 25,151 miles
  • 2008 – 18,451 miles
  • 2007 – 11,219 miles
  • 2006 – 8,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,142 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,142 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    109,142 miles
    Test number
    935581376902
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,142 miles (+547)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,142 miles
    Test number
    974303542843
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,595 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,595 miles
    Test number
    644856775897
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail108,595 miles (+152)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,595 miles
    Test number
    630387838369
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail108,443 miles (+5,918)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,443 miles
    Test number
    178186880890
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAux belt damaged
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryRoof lining sagging

  6. Pass102,525 miles (+2,572)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    102,525 miles
    Test number
    362599201344
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass99,953 miles (+369)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,953 miles
    Test number
    555232267621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail99,584 miles (+1,834)11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,584 miles
    Test number
    554735960918
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Washer torn (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,750 miles (+1,661)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,750 miles
    Test number
    442303621630
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated repaired (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer extensively deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass96,089 miles (+3,059)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,089 miles
    Test number
    712860482705
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass93,030 miles (+3,350)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,030 miles
    Test number
    543707921233
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,680 miles (+3,671)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,680 miles
    Test number
    557641888680
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass86,009 miles (+2,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    86,009 miles
    Test number
    212380739678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass83,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,952 miles
    Test number
    678445408417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,952 miles (+2,504)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,952 miles
    Test number
    581427508150
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass81,448 miles (+10,829)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    81,448 miles
    Test number
    293203905294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,619 miles
    Test number
    939623874236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,619 miles (+11,321)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,619 miles
    Test number
    339973274283
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass59,298 miles (+6,491)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    127336793209
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear/side front tyre wall and treads cracking

  20. Pass52,807 miles (+3,961)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,807 miles
    Test number
    868275102357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass48,846 miles (+13,122)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,846 miles
    Test number
    576771551211
    • DangerousFront brake pad's worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass35,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    35,724 miles
    Test number
    483813020252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,724 miles (+10,573)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,724 miles
    Test number
    700443620288
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  24. Pass25,151 miles (+6,700)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,151 miles
    Test number
    340869239419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,451 miles (+7,232)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,451 miles
    Test number
    573152558205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,219 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    11,219 miles
    Test number
    184855657238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,621 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,621 miles
    Test number
    821128246226
    • NoteNear side door mirror glass cracked

Questions about LD53 OTT

Does LD53 OTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 OTT is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 OTT?
The MOT on LD53 OTT is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 OTT done?
LD53 OTT was recorded at 109,142 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 5,234 miles a year.
Has LD53 OTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 OTT has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 OTT 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 OTT find?
LD53 OTT passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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