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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 BUAMOT history

LR53 BUA is a black petrol MINI first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2024.

LR53 BUA black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2025
Mileage
91,116 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2024
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BUA was last recorded at 91,116 miles on 31 Dec 2024, 4,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,680 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,436 miles
Average per year
3,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,116 miles
  • 2023 – 86,680 miles
  • 2022 – 81,983 miles
  • 2021 – 79,436 miles
  • 2020 – 77,119 miles
  • 2019 – 73,542 miles
  • 2018 – 69,537 miles
  • 2017 – 65,989 miles
  • 2016 – 62,459 miles
  • 2015 – 58,027 miles
  • 2014 – 53,923 miles
  • 2013 – 50,383 miles
  • 2012 – 46,778 miles
  • 2011 – 42,965 miles
  • 2010 – 41,660 miles
  • 2009 – 38,533 miles
  • 2008 – 32,131 miles
  • 2007 – 27,273 miles
  • 2006 – 18,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,116 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySlight Oil leak around steering rack

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,116 miles (+4,436)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,116 miles
    Test number
    357864293779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight Oil leak around steering rack

  2. Pass86,680 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,680 miles
    Test number
    478790379600
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail86,677 miles (+1,575)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,677 miles
    Test number
    484759332429
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass85,102 miles (+3,119)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,102 miles
    Test number
    783692375477
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55x16 run flat (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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage steering rack metal pipe to rubber area (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass81,983 miles (+2,547)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,983 miles
    Test number
    140624016486
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts seen from inner wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear to flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished 195/55x16 run on flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage around pump area & possible hoses (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass79,436 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,436 miles
    Test number
    144461095608
    • 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 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))

  7. Fail79,436 miles (+2,317)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,436 miles
    Test number
    546277819751
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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 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))

  8. Pass77,119 miles (+3,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,119 miles
    Test number
    509265779949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,542 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    73,542 miles
    Test number
    905416286333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,537 miles (+3,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    293428948621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass65,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    702831323506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,989 miles (+3,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    987755256044
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass62,459 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    483255185481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,027 miles (+4,104)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,027 miles
    Test number
    806958605092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,923 miles (+3,540)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,923 miles
    Test number
    805150214017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,383 miles (+3,605)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,383 miles
    Test number
    776548003033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,778 miles (+3,813)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,778 miles
    Test number
    306104212078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteThe first skin of the rear exhaust box, is corroded & split!

  18. Pass42,965 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    195064811454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,660 miles (+3,127)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,660 miles
    Test number
    543861550212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn

  20. Pass38,533 miles (+6,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,533 miles
    Test number
    133590959257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,131 miles (+4,858)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,131 miles
    Test number
    353427148272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,273 miles (+8,391)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,273 miles
    Test number
    892883547222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,882 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,882 miles
    Test number
    372158346223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 BUA

Does LR53 BUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 BUA expired on 30 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BUA?
The MOT on LR53 BUA expired on 30 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 BUA done?
LR53 BUA was recorded at 91,116 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2024, an average of 3,943 miles a year.
Has LR53 BUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BUA has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 BUA 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 BUA find?
LR53 BUA passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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