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Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LM53 RBUMOT history

LM53 RBU is a grey petrol MINI first used on 2 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 27,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

LM53 RBU grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2025
Mileage
27,902 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 RBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM53 RBU was last recorded at 27,902 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 1,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,735 miles · 7 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,167 miles
Average per year
1,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 27,902 miles
  • 2024 – 26,735 miles
  • 2023 – 25,987 miles
  • 2022 – 25,035 miles
  • 2021 – 23,883 miles
  • 2018 – 23,032 miles
  • 2017 – 22,058 miles
  • 2016 – 20,671 miles
  • 2015 – 19,333 miles
  • 2014 – 17,385 miles
  • 2013 – 15,489 miles
  • 2012 – 13,507 miles
  • 2011 – 12,223 miles
  • 2009 – 10,892 miles
  • 2008 – 8,138 miles
  • 2007 – 7,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail27,902 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding and nearside rear (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • Advisory(advice) tyre presure warning lamp indi cate fault
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusted
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (rear facing ) bush perished/has a play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake senser wire/cable insecure damage /hanging down
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch plastic trim missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases + exhaust box badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres tread has a slight cracks

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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail27,902 miles (+1,167)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,902 miles
    Test number
    333801988054
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding and nearside rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory(advice) tyre presure warning lamp indi cate fault
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (rear facing ) bush perished/has a play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake senser wire/cable insecure damage /hanging down
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch plastic trim missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases + exhaust box badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres tread has a slight cracks

  2. Pass26,735 miles (+748)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    26,735 miles
    Test number
    776689373990
    • DangerousNearside Front (brake sensor wire cable insecure/hanging down
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear and nearside rear has a slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre tread has a slight cracks
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded+ offside rear silencer box badly corroded +has a slight exhaust leak

  3. Pass25,987 miles (+952)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    25,987 miles
    Test number
    596869217630
    • DangerousNearside Front brake sensor wire cable insecure/hanging down
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around from the front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass25,035 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    25,035 miles
    Test number
    438917302652
    • 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 and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust silencer box badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail25,034 miles (+1,151)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,034 miles
    Test number
    952022121527
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre outer side wall damage/ ( cords exposed) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs warning lamp (intermittent fault) (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link ball joint gaiter damage/split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake sensor wire cable insecure (hanging down) chaffing on suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust silencer box badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp indicate fault

  6. Pass23,883 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    23,883 miles
    Test number
    321049055252
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail23,881 miles (+849)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,881 miles
    Test number
    304899395512
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass23,032 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    23,032 miles
    Test number
    251588856613
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear front tyre bald from the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscure some components

  9. Fail23,032 miles (+974)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,032 miles
    Test number
    455748377372
    • Dangerous(strong advice) offside front tyre flat+very low in air pressure
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement and nearside front (rear facing) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear front tyre bald from the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscure some components

  10. Pass22,058 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    22,058 miles
    Test number
    651223146217
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust siencer box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder tray +engine cover fitted obscure some componentst

  11. Fail22,058 miles (+1,387)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,058 miles
    Test number
    484595901713
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper worn (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs worn/lipped
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust siencer box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder tray +engine cover fitted obscure some componentst

  12. Pass20,671 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    20,671 miles
    Test number
    503321922331
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryStonechip offside windscreen upper area

  13. Fail20,671 miles (+1,338)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,671 miles
    Test number
    955048472008
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryStonechip offside windscreen upper area

  14. Pass19,333 miles (+1,948)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    19,333 miles
    Test number
    898666805008
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre very low in air pressure
    • NoteOffside rear silencer box corroded

  15. Pass17,385 miles (+1,896)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,385 miles
    Test number
    515423924087
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust silencer box corroded
    • NoteTyre pressure monitoring system worning lamp indicate fault

  16. Pass15,489 miles (+1,982)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    15,489 miles
    Test number
    897115423044
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust box corroded

  17. Pass13,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    13,507 miles
    Test number
    165814122419
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail13,507 miles (+1,284)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,507 miles
    Test number
    627174622010
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass12,223 miles (+1,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    12,223 miles
    Test number
    987875211075
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass10,892 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    10,892 miles
    Test number
    362683969369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail10,892 miles (+1,667)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,892 miles
    Test number
    670273069312
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass9,225 miles (+1,087)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    9,225 miles
    Test number
    564218129020
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyres scuffed slightly on outer walls

  23. Pass8,138 miles (+580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    8,138 miles
    Test number
    753374828087
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass7,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    7,558 miles
    Test number
    721720527038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM53 RBU

Does LM53 RBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM53 RBU expired on 7 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM53 RBU?
The MOT on LM53 RBU expired on 7 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM53 RBU done?
LM53 RBU was recorded at 27,902 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 1,095 miles a year.
Has LM53 RBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 RBU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LM53 RBU 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 LM53 RBU find?
LM53 RBU failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 5 major defects and 12 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 14 more.

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