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Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LP53 LEZMOT history

LP53 LEZ is a grey petrol MG TF first used on 25 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 94,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
94,728 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP53 LEZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP53 LEZ was last recorded at 94,728 miles on 1 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,727 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,728 miles
  • 2025 – 93,521 miles
  • 2024 – 91,193 miles
  • 2023 – 91,186 miles
  • 2022 – 90,920 miles
  • 2020 – 88,174 miles
  • 2018 – 87,525 miles
  • 2017 – 87,209 miles
  • 2016 – 86,614 miles
  • 2015 – 85,803 miles
  • 2014 – 78,663 miles
  • 2013 – 76,249 miles
  • 2012 – 73,462 miles
  • 2011 – 71,203 miles
  • 2010 – 65,112 miles
  • 2009 – 55,400 miles
  • 2008 – 45,163 miles
  • 2007 – 31,857 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,728 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,728 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    94,728 miles
    Test number
    929763011420
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Fail94,727 miles (+1,206)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,727 miles
    Test number
    645794618200
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  3. Pass93,521 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,521 miles
    Test number
    910691952084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems remove from from screen before test
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from joint

  4. Fail93,521 miles (+2,328)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,521 miles
    Test number
    876611864522
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems remove from from screen before test
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from joint

  5. Pass91,193 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    91,193 miles
    Test number
    698389256246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,186 miles (+266)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,186 miles
    Test number
    512742878442
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body in poor condition

  7. Pass90,920 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,920 miles
    Test number
    966390882166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,174 miles (+649)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,174 miles
    Test number
    377885267612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,525 miles (+316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,525 miles
    Test number
    738203641345
    • AdvisoryRear suspension subframe mount corroded

  10. Pass87,209 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,209 miles
    Test number
    675540632918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,614 miles (+811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,614 miles
    Test number
    626515682627
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  12. Pass85,803 miles (+7,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,803 miles
    Test number
    827048545179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass78,663 miles (+2,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,663 miles
    Test number
    407894404295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass76,249 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,249 miles
    Test number
    508608913235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s rear disc is excessivley corroded
    • NoteO/s side repeater lens missing but is flashing orange and is still visable
    • NoteRear box is deteriorated

  15. Fail76,248 miles (+2,786)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,248 miles
    Test number
    709558613240
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s rear disc is excessivley corroded
    • NoteO/s side repeater lens missing but is flashing orange and is still visable
    • NoteRear box is deteriorated

  16. Pass73,462 miles (+2,259)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,462 miles
    Test number
    815761482187
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  17. Pass71,203 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    908334871100
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on inner edge
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  18. Fail71,203 miles (+6,091)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    245063271105
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on inner edge
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  19. Pass65,112 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,112 miles
    Test number
    614466970102
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Fail64,994 miles (+9,594)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,994 miles
    Test number
    953720770145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass55,400 miles (+10,237)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,400 miles
    Test number
    212766879477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,163 miles (+13,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,163 miles
    Test number
    204592088156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass31,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,857 miles
    Test number
    190266077136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP53 LEZ

Does LP53 LEZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP53 LEZ is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP53 LEZ?
The MOT on LP53 LEZ is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP53 LEZ done?
LP53 LEZ was recorded at 94,728 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,335 miles a year.
Has LP53 LEZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP53 LEZ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LP53 LEZ 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 LP53 LEZ find?
LP53 LEZ passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint; general under body corrosion.

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