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White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 VGXMOT history

LD53 VGX is a white petrol MINI first used on 1 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

LD53 VGX white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
139,632 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VGX was last recorded at 139,632 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 4,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,512 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,120 miles
Average per year
7,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,632 miles
  • 2021 – 135,512 miles
  • 2020 – 129,416 miles
  • 2019 – 117,823 miles
  • 2018 – 111,565 miles
  • 2017 – 102,013 miles
  • 2016 – 86,571 miles
  • 2015 – 72,897 miles
  • 2014 – 67,480 miles
  • 2013 – 60,306 miles
  • 2012 – 53,097 miles
  • 2011 – 45,414 miles
  • 2010 – 39,630 miles
  • 2009 – 32,055 miles
  • 2008 – 24,241 miles
  • 2007 – 16,443 miles
  • 2006 – 15,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,632 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,632 miles (+4,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    139,632 miles
    Test number
    788871837610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass135,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    135,512 miles
    Test number
    254610025090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail135,512 miles (+6,096)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,512 miles
    Test number
    366266803239
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass129,416 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,416 miles
    Test number
    169927538789
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail129,355 miles (+11,532)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,355 miles
    Test number
    242983250894
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass117,823 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,823 miles
    Test number
    748140570875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail117,822 miles (+6,257)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,822 miles
    Test number
    746560456346
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass111,565 miles (+9,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,565 miles
    Test number
    320230769990
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass102,013 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,013 miles
    Test number
    390626534583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 RFT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 RFT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres tread stepped on inner edge.

  10. Fail102,013 miles (+15,442)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,013 miles
    Test number
    729363874179
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 RFT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/45/17 RFT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres tread stepped on inner edge.

  11. Pass86,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,571 miles
    Test number
    523716667391
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Fail86,571 miles (+13,674)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,571 miles
    Test number
    837170964957
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake has slight restricted movement
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mount split.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass72,897 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,897 miles
    Test number
    107808585170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,480 miles (+7,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,480 miles
    Test number
    605096664279
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  15. Pass60,306 miles (+7,209)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,306 miles
    Test number
    346669733407
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre becoming out of shape
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded and blowing
    • NoteTread on o/s/f tyre less than 3mm

  16. Pass53,097 miles (+7,683)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,097 miles
    Test number
    426611562218
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

  17. Pass45,414 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,414 miles
    Test number
    968443561255
    • NoteOff side rear brake pads appear to be wearing low
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks

  18. Fail45,414 miles (+5,784)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,414 miles
    Test number
    938503861278
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOff side rear brake pads appear to be wearing low
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks

  19. Pass39,630 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,630 miles
    Test number
    131213060225
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail39,547 miles (+7,492)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    691638450280
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass32,055 miles (+7,814)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,055 miles
    Test number
    902821269258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,241 miles (+7,798)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,241 miles
    Test number
    981136068284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,443 miles (+848)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,443 miles
    Test number
    664454597068
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note4 WHEEL TRACKING

  24. Pass15,595 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,595 miles
    Test number
    510905976200
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges but just within limits

Questions about LD53 VGX

Does LD53 VGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 VGX expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VGX?
The MOT on LD53 VGX expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 VGX done?
LD53 VGX was recorded at 139,632 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 7,759 miles a year.
Has LD53 VGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VGX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 VGX 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 VGX find?
LD53 VGX passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front nail in tyre; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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