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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL53 EVTMOT history

LL53 EVT is a red petrol MINI first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 65,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

LL53 EVT red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
65,926 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 EVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 EVT was last recorded at 65,926 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,783 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,143 miles
Average per year
2,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,926 miles
  • 2024 – 64,783 miles
  • 2023 – 64,150 miles
  • 2022 – 62,599 miles
  • 2021 – 61,528 miles
  • 2020 – 59,494 miles
  • 2019 – 56,316 miles
  • 2017 – 54,140 miles
  • 2016 – 51,218 miles
  • 2015 – 48,662 miles
  • 2014 – 46,531 miles
  • 2013 – 44,317 miles
  • 2012 – 39,995 miles
  • 2011 – 37,225 miles
  • 2010 – 34,859 miles
  • 2009 – 30,009 miles
  • 2008 – 27,405 miles
  • 2007 – 24,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,926 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted to vehicle as standard obstructing view of sill panel areas

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Coolant level low

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Both front brake pipes are slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,926 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    65,926 miles
    Test number
    620107729628
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted to vehicle as standard obstructing view of sill panel areas

  2. Fail65,926 miles (+1,143)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,926 miles
    Test number
    437448162472
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction fault code cleared/erased no repair made. (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted to vehicle as standard obstructing view of sill panel areas

  3. Pass64,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    64,783 miles
    Test number
    564235015418
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail64,783 miles (+633)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,783 miles
    Test number
    652749634875
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass64,150 miles (+1,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,150 miles
    Test number
    935086122925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise tyre getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass62,599 miles (+1,071)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    62,599 miles
    Test number
    429991302551
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass61,528 miles (+2,034)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    61,528 miles
    Test number
    660897244509
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap worn

  8. Pass59,494 miles (+1,329)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    739861543446
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass58,165 miles (+1,849)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    312843495687
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass56,316 miles (+2,176)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,316 miles
    Test number
    107984041565
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass54,140 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,140 miles
    Test number
    385794761918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,807 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,807 miles
    Test number
    702401635592
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to wear on edges
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn, lipped and corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp lens is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone rear bush has slight free play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has small cut on sidewall
    • AdvisoryReverse light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryTyre valves covers fitted

  13. Fail53,807 miles (+2,589)1 failure14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,807 miles
    Test number
    418364459367
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush REAR BUSH (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to wear on edges
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn, lipped and corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp lens is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone rear bush has slight free play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has small cut on sidewall
    • AdvisoryReverse light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryTyre valves covers fitted

  14. Pass51,218 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,218 miles
    Test number
    330754481607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,037 miles (+2,375)4 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,037 miles
    Test number
    470858647317
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt clasps are sticking under load
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate is cracked
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking but still maintaining sealing arrangement
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake discs corroded around the edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryReverse light lens broken
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light illuminated
    • AdvisoryTyre valve covers fitted

  16. Pass48,662 miles (+2,131)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,662 miles
    Test number
    548923615081
    • NoteEML light ON
    • NoteEngine oil very low
    • NoteFront number plate crack
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box rubber support deteriorated

  17. Pass46,531 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,531 miles
    Test number
    559923614097
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine oil indicator "ON"

  18. Fail46,531 miles (+2,214)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,531 miles
    Test number
    515449404004
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine oil indicator "ON"

  19. Pass44,317 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    865825713098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail44,317 miles (+4,322)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    868475713030
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail39,995 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    537521212031
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteHEADLIGHT WASHERS NOT WORKING

  22. Pass39,995 miles (+2,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,995 miles
    Test number
    815351412046
    • NoteHEADLIGHT WASHERS NOT WORKING

  23. Pass37,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,225 miles
    Test number
    245501121014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,224 miles (+2,365)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,224 miles
    Test number
    478241621061
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Pass34,859 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,859 miles
    Test number
    173400820043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,708 miles (+4,699)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,708 miles
    Test number
    812913610050
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak at rear

  27. Pass30,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,009 miles
    Test number
    710224319041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,008 miles (+2,603)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,008 miles
    Test number
    472844119099
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass27,405 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    27,405 miles
    Test number
    591637618088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,307 miles
    Test number
    194401817061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 EVT

Does LL53 EVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 EVT is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 EVT?
The MOT on LL53 EVT is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 EVT done?
LL53 EVT was recorded at 65,926 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 2,210 miles a year.
Has LL53 EVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 EVT has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 EVT 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 LL53 EVT find?
LL53 EVT passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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