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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LL53 OABMOT history

LL53 OAB is a silver petrol MINI Cooper first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 67,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2023.

LL53 OAB silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2024
Mileage
67,775 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2023
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 OAB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 OAB was last recorded at 67,775 miles on 20 Oct 2023, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,761 miles · 11 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
3,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 67,775 miles
  • 2022 – 66,367 miles
  • 2021 – 64,745 miles
  • 2020 – 62,051 miles
  • 2019 – 57,175 miles
  • 2018 – 55,686 miles
  • 2017 – 54,219 miles
  • 2016 – 50,522 miles
  • 2015 – 47,154 miles
  • 2014 – 43,547 miles
  • 2012 – 35,923 miles
  • 2011 – 31,800 miles
  • 2010 – 27,769 miles
  • 2009 – 23,334 miles
  • 2008 – 19,561 miles
  • 2007 – 15,284 miles
  • 2006 – 10,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,775 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Corrosion front brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass67,775 miles (+14)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,775 miles
    Test number
    142441909244
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail67,761 miles (+1,394)5 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,761 miles
    Test number
    715894196668
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass66,367 miles (+50)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,367 miles
    Test number
    347320231319
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT LOWER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail66,317 miles (+1,572)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,317 miles
    Test number
    878746464190
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to engine management light illuminated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both Headlamps no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass64,745 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,745 miles
    Test number
    248807817311
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail64,745 miles (+93)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,745 miles
    Test number
    646666543916
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail64,652 miles (+2,601)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,652 miles
    Test number
    817004338879
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass62,051 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,051 miles
    Test number
    194125553511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,041 miles (+4,866)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,041 miles
    Test number
    120260739598
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected caliper anti vibration spring missing (1.1.21 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,175 miles (+1,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,175 miles
    Test number
    318511039058
    • AdvisorySlight power steering oil leak

  11. Pass55,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,686 miles
    Test number
    140361695146
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight leak power steering pipe

  12. Fail55,686 miles (+16)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,686 miles
    Test number
    578143496399
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight leak power steering pipe

  13. Fail55,670 miles (+1,451)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,670 miles
    Test number
    990221579259
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits all three emissions tests failed see attached sheet (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear-front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear-front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak source of leak not visible
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms rear bushes perished

  14. Pass54,219 miles (+3,697)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,219 miles
    Test number
    558096740145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    50,522 miles
    Test number
    760432328393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail50,522 miles (+3,368)1 failure2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,522 miles
    Test number
    787623524149
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass47,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,154 miles
    Test number
    434037250288
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leek

  18. Fail47,154 miles (+3,607)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,154 miles
    Test number
    106825526344
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leek

  19. Pass43,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,547 miles
    Test number
    458139234236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail43,547 miles (+7,624)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,547 miles
    Test number
    468079234263
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass35,923 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,923 miles
    Test number
    385498142253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,812 miles (+4,012)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,812 miles
    Test number
    876992542295
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass31,800 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    31,800 miles
    Test number
    779088551235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,769 miles (+4,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,769 miles
    Test number
    900600760248
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass23,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,334 miles
    Test number
    184068339259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,334 miles (+3,773)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,334 miles
    Test number
    391228039212
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Fail19,561 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,561 miles
    Test number
    221579938284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSealing washer deteriorating
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  28. Pass19,561 miles (+4,277)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,561 miles
    Test number
    773449438201
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSealing washer deteriorating
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  29. Pass15,284 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,284 miles
    Test number
    754702747243
    • DangerousRear tyres perished. Rear no plate deterorated.

  30. Fail15,272 miles (+4,334)3 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,272 miles
    Test number
    191682947296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteSlight deterioration to rear registration plate

  31. Pass10,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,938 miles
    Test number
    200822446211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL53 OAB

Does LL53 OAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 OAB expired on 19 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 OAB?
The MOT on LL53 OAB expired on 19 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 OAB done?
LL53 OAB was recorded at 67,775 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2023, an average of 3,316 miles a year.
Has LL53 OAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 OAB has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 OAB 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 OAB find?
LL53 OAB passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2023 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 2 more.

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