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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 BTUMOT history

LR53 BTU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 19 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 187,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LR53 BTU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
187,267 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BTU was last recorded at 187,267 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 8,534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,733 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,534 miles
Average per year
7,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,267 miles
  • 2024 – 178,733 miles
  • 2023 – 174,232 miles
  • 2022 – 166,588 miles
  • 2021 – 158,955 miles
  • 2020 – 152,403 miles
  • 2019 – 146,123 miles
  • 2018 – 142,931 miles
  • 2017 – 136,579 miles
  • 2016 – 125,591 miles
  • 2015 – 113,236 miles
  • 2014 – 105,594 miles
  • 2013 – 97,316 miles
  • 2012 – 87,470 miles
  • 2011 – 77,772 miles
  • 2010 – 75,922 miles
  • 2009 – 71,841 miles
  • 2008 – 67,108 miles
  • 2007 – 55,128 miles
  • 2006 – 46,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,267 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin border line pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear under surface rust
  • AdvisoryOil level minimum

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,267 miles (+8,534)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    187,267 miles
    Test number
    155515061605
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin border line pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under surface rust
    • AdvisoryOil level minimum

  2. Pass178,733 miles (+4,501)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    178,733 miles
    Test number
    747273150361
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNs obligatory external mirror has slight crack

  3. Pass174,232 miles (+109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    174,232 miles
    Test number
    902106555803
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail174,123 miles (+7,535)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,123 miles
    Test number
    297307936558
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mounting has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mounting has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass166,588 miles (+75)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    166,588 miles
    Test number
    225775810689
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail166,513 miles (+7,558)3 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,513 miles
    Test number
    741978239602
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and offside slightly misaligned (3.5 (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))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass158,955 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    158,955 miles
    Test number
    795386674003
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail158,955 miles (+6,552)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,955 miles
    Test number
    738188914876
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass152,403 miles (+6,280)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    152,403 miles
    Test number
    533140479875
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack at the bottom of the screen going over to the N/S (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive small oil leak around the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass146,123 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,123 miles
    Test number
    776546024058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail146,074 miles (+3,143)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,074 miles
    Test number
    906272145169
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn close to the legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn close to the legal limit

  12. Pass142,931 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    142,931 miles
    Test number
    969158337357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Fail142,931 miles (+6,352)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,931 miles
    Test number
    248379013555
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass136,579 miles (+10,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,579 miles
    Test number
    871438071465
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen

  15. Pass125,591 miles (+12,355)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,591 miles
    Test number
    179675666953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,236 miles (+7,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,236 miles
    Test number
    235525795186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass105,594 miles (+8,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,594 miles
    Test number
    739678784144
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass97,316 miles (+9,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,316 miles
    Test number
    586031793172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass87,470 miles (+9,698)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    87,470 miles
    Test number
    408062792198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,772 miles
    Test number
    326623691198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  21. Fail77,772 miles (+1,850)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,772 miles
    Test number
    817103791155
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has cut on outer sidewall but not done to cords

  22. Pass75,922 miles (+4,081)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,922 miles
    Test number
    634880050220
    • NoteChild seat fitted near side rear seat

  23. Pass71,841 miles (+4,733)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,841 miles
    Test number
    690927549247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,108 miles
    Test number
    751727048272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail67,108 miles (+11,980)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,108 miles
    Test number
    231017648239
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  26. Pass55,128 miles (+9,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,128 miles
    Test number
    863237147210
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass46,095 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,095 miles
    Test number
    853301666235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail46,090 miles2 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,090 miles
    Test number
    654478456256
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront tyres 3-3.5mm
    • NoteRear silencer clamp badly corroded

Questions about LR53 BTU

Does LR53 BTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BTU is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BTU?
The MOT on LR53 BTU is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 BTU done?
LR53 BTU was recorded at 187,267 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 7,344 miles a year.
Has LR53 BTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BTU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 BTU 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 LR53 BTU find?
LR53 BTU passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pedal wearing smooth; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 5 more.

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