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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LL53 LCUMOT history

LL53 LCU is a black petrol MINI first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

LL53 LCU black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,575 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 LCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 LCU was last recorded at 93,575 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,573 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,575 miles
  • 2024 – 88,980 miles
  • 2023 – 81,428 miles
  • 2022 – 77,082 miles
  • 2021 – 70,826 miles
  • 2020 – 65,124 miles
  • 2019 – 56,077 miles
  • 2018 – 49,374 miles
  • 2017 – 46,132 miles
  • 2016 – 44,053 miles
  • 2015 – 39,684 miles
  • 2014 – 36,569 miles
  • 2013 – 30,409 miles
  • 2012 – 25,105 miles
  • 2011 – 18,871 miles
  • 2010 – 14,757 miles
  • 2009 – 11,349 miles
  • 2008 – 9,288 miles
  • 2007 – 7,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,575 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive under engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine oily

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,575 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,575 miles
    Test number
    682158142841
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail93,573 miles (+4,593)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,573 miles
    Test number
    333141578072
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass88,980 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    88,980 miles
    Test number
    445967113929
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail88,973 miles (+7,545)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,973 miles
    Test number
    254949353770
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,428 miles (+4,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,428 miles
    Test number
    234165969056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass77,082 miles (+6,256)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,082 miles
    Test number
    287119802718
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass70,826 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,826 miles
    Test number
    136320906329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail70,825 miles (+5,701)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,825 miles
    Test number
    597290642521
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction chip stone (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,124 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,124 miles
    Test number
    193829956394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  10. Fail65,064 miles (+8,987)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    895701391519
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  11. Pass56,077 miles (+6,703)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,077 miles
    Test number
    783817400923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,374 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,374 miles
    Test number
    828047171183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oily

  13. Fail49,354 miles (+3,222)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,354 miles
    Test number
    920271247345
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oily

  14. Pass46,132 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,132 miles
    Test number
    637382186307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,053 miles (+4,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,053 miles
    Test number
    493257986933
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass39,684 miles (+3,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    867624815049
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass36,569 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    36,569 miles
    Test number
    609364224037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,566 miles (+6,157)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,566 miles
    Test number
    867403024028
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass30,409 miles (+5,304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,409 miles
    Test number
    388830013033
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail25,105 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,105 miles
    Test number
    246138322018
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass25,105 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,105 miles
    Test number
    945628022004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,871 miles (+4,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    18,871 miles
    Test number
    376925521088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass14,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,757 miles
    Test number
    361172910019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,757 miles (+3,408)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,757 miles
    Test number
    833182410031
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass11,349 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    11,349 miles
    Test number
    291520039069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,288 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    9,288 miles
    Test number
    553784028075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    7,525 miles
    Test number
    470190837005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 LCU

Does LL53 LCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 LCU is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 LCU?
The MOT on LL53 LCU is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 LCU done?
LL53 LCU was recorded at 93,575 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 4,585 miles a year.
Has LL53 LCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 LCU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 LCU 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 LCU find?
LL53 LCU passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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