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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 WYJMOT history

LD53 WYJ is a black petrol MINI first used on 13 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2023.

LD53 WYJ black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
153,039 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 WYJ was last recorded at 153,039 miles on 8 Feb 2023, 9,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,864 miles · 13 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
9,175 miles
Average per year
8,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 153,039 miles
  • 2022 – 143,864 miles
  • 2020 – 135,702 miles
  • 2019 – 132,298 miles
  • 2018 – 125,839 miles
  • 2017 – 122,178 miles
  • 2016 – 118,207 miles
  • 2015 – 110,967 miles
  • 2014 – 103,029 miles
  • 2013 – 96,416 miles
  • 2012 – 86,134 miles
  • 2011 – 71,119 miles
  • 2010 – 54,980 miles
  • 2009 – 40,248 miles
  • 2008 – 24,266 miles
  • 2007 – 11,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,039 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box and back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Front Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail153,039 miles (+9,175)9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,039 miles
    Test number
    689869842895
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre box and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass143,864 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,864 miles
    Test number
    355787704891
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail143,837 miles (+8,135)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,837 miles
    Test number
    242507442080
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass135,702 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    135,702 miles
    Test number
    896835210673
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail135,686 miles (+3,388)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,686 miles
    Test number
    942368067760
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass132,298 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,298 miles
    Test number
    928610987327
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out full inspection of rear brake pipes due to applied material

  7. Fail132,288 miles (+6,449)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,288 miles
    Test number
    697545880170
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  8. Pass125,839 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,839 miles
    Test number
    452056463342
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure

  9. Fail125,832 miles (+3,654)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,832 miles
    Test number
    916378347161
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure

  10. Pass122,178 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,178 miles
    Test number
    788249041359
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s beam pattern poor
    • AdvisorySlight bind o/s rear brake

  11. Fail122,175 miles (+3,968)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,175 miles
    Test number
    295703029531
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s beam pattern poor
    • AdvisorySlight bind o/s rear brake
    • AdvisoryTpms faulty

  12. Pass118,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,207 miles
    Test number
    499495796657
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail118,207 miles (+7,240)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,207 miles
    Test number
    586694530750
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBIND O/S REAR BRAKE
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass110,967 miles (+7,938)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    110,967 miles
    Test number
    579759235255
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteRear exhaust mounts split.

  15. Pass103,029 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,029 miles
    Test number
    136774734273
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  16. Fail103,023 miles (+6,607)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,023 miles
    Test number
    885053034268
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating

  17. Pass96,416 miles (+10,282)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,416 miles
    Test number
    505798323114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,134 miles (+15,015)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,134 miles
    Test number
    467160312062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,119 miles (+16,139)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,119 miles
    Test number
    428012011001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,980 miles (+14,732)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,980 miles
    Test number
    514454700008
    • NoteFront brake pads worn

  21. Pass40,248 miles (+15,982)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,248 miles
    Test number
    603433519073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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

  22. Pass24,266 miles (+12,545)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,266 miles
    Test number
    931832308009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,721 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    11,721 miles
    Test number
    382337437040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,705 miles
    Test number
    180548217408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WYJ

Does LD53 WYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 WYJ expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WYJ?
The MOT on LD53 WYJ expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 WYJ done?
LD53 WYJ was recorded at 153,039 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2023, an average of 8,802 miles a year.
Has LD53 WYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WYJ has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 WYJ 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 WYJ find?
LD53 WYJ failed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2023 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box and back box, and 11 more.

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