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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 BUHMOT history

LR53 BUH is a silver petrol MINI first used on 11 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 91,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LR53 BUH silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
91,359 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BUH was last recorded at 91,359 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 4,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,953 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,406 miles
Average per year
3,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,359 miles
  • 2025 – 86,953 miles
  • 2024 – 84,579 miles
  • 2023 – 80,417 miles
  • 2022 – 78,170 miles
  • 2021 – 75,585 miles
  • 2019 – 71,449 miles
  • 2018 – 68,967 miles
  • 2017 – 66,747 miles
  • 2016 – 62,740 miles
  • 2015 – 59,255 miles
  • 2014 – 56,584 miles
  • 2013 – 51,526 miles
  • 2012 – 46,124 miles
  • 2011 – 36,844 miles
  • 2010 – 33,299 miles
  • 2009 – 29,854 miles
  • 2008 – 24,638 miles
  • 2007 – 18,302 miles
  • 2006 – 14,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    91,359 miles
    Test number
    199897993822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail91,359 miles (+4,406)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,359 miles
    Test number
    286820984894
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  3. Pass86,953 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    86,953 miles
    Test number
    692948649386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail86,953 miles (+2,374)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,953 miles
    Test number
    536892029994
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,579 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,579 miles
    Test number
    110444208961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,417 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,417 miles
    Test number
    555018310172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail80,417 miles (+2,247)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,417 miles
    Test number
    190842398541
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass78,170 miles (+2,585)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    78,170 miles
    Test number
    743768966372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,585 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,585 miles
    Test number
    882500934463
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail75,585 miles (+4,136)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,585 miles
    Test number
    515658947091
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated dirty in colour (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working no pump action (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,449 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,449 miles
    Test number
    668651542805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,967 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,967 miles
    Test number
    687028876729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,747 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    127018591503
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail66,747 miles (+4,007)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,747 miles
    Test number
    595215553912
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass62,740 miles (+3,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,740 miles
    Test number
    542915400015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass59,255 miles (+2,671)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,255 miles
    Test number
    935665695158
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass56,584 miles (+5,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,584 miles
    Test number
    995449594181
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass51,526 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,526 miles
    Test number
    448882993113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,124 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,124 miles
    Test number
    289140802240
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust deteriated

  20. Fail46,121 miles (+9,277)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,121 miles
    Test number
    349340402416
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust deteriated

  21. Pass36,844 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,844 miles
    Test number
    125121001210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,836 miles (+3,537)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,836 miles
    Test number
    975970101250
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass33,299 miles (+2)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,299 miles
    Test number
    590012660243
    • Note2 child seats fitted in rear not allowing full inspection of rear belts
    • NoteExhaust rear section badly corroded
    • NoteNearside front caliper slide covers missing
    • NoteNearside front wiper smearing slightly
    • NoteNearside rear jacking block missing
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch trim loose

  24. Fail33,297 miles (+3,443)2 dangerous1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,297 miles
    Test number
    512751160259
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Note2 child seats fitted in rear not allowing full inspection of rear belts
    • NoteExhaust rear section badly corroded
    • NoteNearside front caliper slide covers missing
    • NoteNearside front wiper smearing slightly
    • NoteNearside rear jacking block missing
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch trim loose

  25. Pass29,854 miles (+5,216)1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    874586359234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded at flexi ends
    • NoteExhaust corroded and rear silencer outer skin holed/peeling
    • NoteNearside rear jacking block missing
    • NoteOffside front seatbelt difficult to release under pressure
    • NoteOffside front wing/bonnet trim loose
    • NoteP.a.s. reservoir damp/wet
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight corrosion on brake hose ferrules

  26. Pass24,638 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,638 miles
    Test number
    664216668283
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine has a small oil leak
    • NoteFeul tank straps starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside rear jacking block missing

  27. Fail24,638 miles (+6,336)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,638 miles
    Test number
    674895868243
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine has a small oil leak
    • NoteFeul tank straps starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside rear jacking block missing

  28. Pass18,302 miles (+3,938)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,302 miles
    Test number
    821332867268
    • NoteNearside front wiperblade split
    • NoteOffside front wiperblade split
    • NoteRear wiperblade split

  29. Pass14,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,364 miles
    Test number
    210100176260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 BUH

Does LR53 BUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BUH is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BUH?
The MOT on LR53 BUH is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 BUH done?
LR53 BUH was recorded at 91,359 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 3,982 miles a year.
Has LR53 BUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BUH has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 BUH 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 BUH find?
LR53 BUH passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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