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MINI Cooper S

Red and White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 VZAMOT history

LD53 VZA is a red and white petrol MINI Cooper S first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 23 of 26 MOT tests, with 49,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

LD53 VZA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
49,419 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
23 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper S
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VZA was last recorded at 49,419 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,872 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
547 miles
Average per year
1,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,419 miles
  • 2025 – 48,872 miles
  • 2024 – 47,588 miles
  • 2023 – 46,915 miles
  • 2022 – 45,743 miles
  • 2021 – 44,400 miles
  • 2020 – 44,117 miles
  • 2019 – 42,910 miles
  • 2018 – 42,379 miles
  • 2017 – 41,960 miles
  • 2016 – 40,797 miles
  • 2015 – 39,641 miles
  • 2014 – 37,906 miles
  • 2013 – 36,180 miles
  • 2012 – 34,117 miles
  • 2011 – 31,698 miles
  • 2010 – 30,186 miles
  • 2009 – 28,512 miles
  • 2008 – 26,325 miles
  • 2007 – 23,684 miles
  • 2006 – 14,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,419 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded but has no leak of gasses
  • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
  • AdvisorySlight seepage of oil

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass49,419 miles (+547)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    49,419 miles
    Test number
    962634167648
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded but has no leak of gasses
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
    • AdvisorySlight seepage of oil

  2. Pass48,872 miles (+1,284)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    48,872 miles
    Test number
    247068587591
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Glazed which slightly affects projected image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Glazed which slightly affects projected image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNOTE: Advise Reversing lamp inoperative (Fail only if fitted to vehicles first used from 1 September 2009)
    • AdvisoryNOTE: Engine oil residue near oil cooler - further investigation required to confirm leak(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides of car are worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer has corroded through outer skin but has no gas loss at the time of test

  3. Pass47,588 miles (+673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    47,588 miles
    Test number
    977795183518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass46,915 miles (+1,172)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,915 miles
    Test number
    163906211753
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass45,743 miles (+1,343)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    45,743 miles
    Test number
    481697035405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass44,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    44,400 miles
    Test number
    864931813706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail44,400 miles (+108)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,400 miles
    Test number
    822137867798
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass44,292 miles (+175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,292 miles
    Test number
    560942361813
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak Engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass44,117 miles (+1,207)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,117 miles
    Test number
    390172294353
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass42,910 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,910 miles
    Test number
    325783142304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail42,910 miles (+531)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,910 miles
    Test number
    428996382643
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak from expansion tank area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass42,379 miles (+419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,379 miles
    Test number
    229784973476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,960 miles (+1,163)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,960 miles
    Test number
    479708682285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,797 miles (+1,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,797 miles
    Test number
    144905159624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass39,641 miles (+1,735)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,641 miles
    Test number
    648185965046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass37,906 miles (+1,726)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,906 miles
    Test number
    146703274462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass36,180 miles (+2,063)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,180 miles
    Test number
    446636363047
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail34,117 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,117 miles
    Test number
    347669572081
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass34,117 miles (+2,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,117 miles
    Test number
    698169072062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,698 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,698 miles
    Test number
    726289381059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,506 miles (+1,320)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,506 miles
    Test number
    776996031002
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass30,186 miles (+1,674)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,186 miles
    Test number
    703093550060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,512 miles (+2,187)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,512 miles
    Test number
    190998449001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,325 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,325 miles
    Test number
    492768058092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,684 miles (+9,553)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,684 miles
    Test number
    960774767290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,131 miles
    Test number
    542552446256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VZA

Does LD53 VZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 VZA is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VZA?
The MOT on LD53 VZA is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 VZA done?
LD53 VZA was recorded at 49,419 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,768 miles a year.
Has LD53 VZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VZA has failed 3 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 VZA 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 VZA find?
LD53 VZA passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner ball joint; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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