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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 DAAMOT history

LR53 DAA is a red petrol MINI Cooper first used on 10 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 115,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LR53 DAA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
115,646 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 DAA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 DAA was last recorded at 115,646 miles on 5 May 2026, 865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,781 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
865 miles
Average per year
4,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,646 miles
  • 2025 – 114,781 miles
  • 2024 – 111,503 miles
  • 2023 – 108,089 miles
  • 2022 – 104,515 miles
  • 2021 – 101,235 miles
  • 2020 – 98,026 miles
  • 2019 – 94,519 miles
  • 2018 – 90,990 miles
  • 2017 – 87,242 miles
  • 2016 – 83,000 miles
  • 2015 – 79,205 miles
  • 2014 – 76,349 miles
  • 2013 – 72,627 miles
  • 2012 – 58,692 miles
  • 2011 – 51,557 miles
  • 2010 – 45,591 miles
  • 2009 – 41,444 miles
  • 2008 – 37,488 miles
  • 2007 – 33,708 miles
  • 2006 – 28,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,646 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Damage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Brake and clutch pedal rubber slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,646 miles (+865)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,646 miles
    Test number
    390746336843
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,781 miles (+3,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,781 miles
    Test number
    769732676863
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,503 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    111,503 miles
    Test number
    831195488119
    • AdvisoryBrake and clutch pedal rubber slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in places and front flexible pipe deteriorated but no gas leaks
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside - Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail111,503 miles (+3,414)5 major5 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,503 miles
    Test number
    840789951579
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake and clutch pedal rubber slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in places and front flexible pipe deteriorated but no gas leaks
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside - Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass108,089 miles (+3,574)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,089 miles
    Test number
    964043055635
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth wearing through but still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti-slip rubber pad wearing through slightly
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone and nearside wiped areas of the front windscreen

  6. Pass104,515 miles (+3,280)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    104,515 miles
    Test number
    803500879295
    • AdvisoryBrake and clutch pedal anti slip rubber pads slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge of the treaded section (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade deteriorated

  7. Pass101,235 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    101,235 miles
    Test number
    169558514189
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber pad wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

  8. Fail101,235 miles (+3,209)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,235 miles
    Test number
    755449846996
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber pad wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

  9. Pass98,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    98,026 miles
    Test number
    288799254558
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

  10. Fail98,026 miles (+3,507)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,026 miles
    Test number
    598991515752
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

  11. Pass94,519 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,519 miles
    Test number
    725410120914
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

  12. Fail94,519 miles (+3,529)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,519 miles
    Test number
    900638971975
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone area of the front windscreen

  13. Pass90,990 miles (+3,748)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,990 miles
    Test number
    227030072003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti-slip rubber pad wearing through to the metal but the pad is still secure

  14. Pass87,242 miles (+4,242)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,242 miles
    Test number
    785432887820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre beginning to crack
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass83,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,000 miles
    Test number
    665279786594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front power window inop at time of test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil level low at time time of test

  16. Fail83,000 miles (+3,795)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,000 miles
    Test number
    192877146216
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure has excessive cracking as well (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front power window inop at time of test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil level low at time time of test

  17. Pass79,205 miles (+2,856)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,205 miles
    Test number
    899415215194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn on one side
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  18. Pass76,349 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    245922734185
    • NoteBoth doors not staying open unaided (possible fault with door straps)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip rubber worn smooth on one side
    • NoteFuel cap rubber cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing side walls
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber worn away

  19. Fail76,349 miles (+3,722)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    456912434121
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth doors not staying open unaided (possible fault with door straps)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip rubber worn smooth on one side
    • NoteFuel cap rubber cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing side walls
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber worn away

  20. Pass72,627 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,627 miles
    Test number
    205464123458
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished

  21. Fail72,627 miles (+13,935)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,627 miles
    Test number
    276074323417
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished

  22. Pass58,692 miles (+7,135)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,692 miles
    Test number
    179399712163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust rear box corroded
    • NoteScrew in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass51,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,557 miles
    Test number
    699474431164
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail51,551 miles (+5,960)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,551 miles
    Test number
    645424931110
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass45,591 miles (+4,147)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,591 miles
    Test number
    374982530148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to limits & perishing
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn away

  26. Pass41,444 miles (+3,956)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,444 miles
    Test number
    602306129100
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn to approx 3mm at lowest point
    • NoteBoth front wiper blade rubbers starting to split
    • NoteExhaust backbox and hanging bracket corroded
    • NoteFuel cap rubber starting to split
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to approx 3.5mm at lowest point
    • NoteRear wiper blade rubber split away

  27. Fail37,488 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,488 miles
    Test number
    210475938108
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass37,488 miles (+3,780)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,488 miles
    Test number
    443385938139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass33,708 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,708 miles
    Test number
    843124427148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,244 miles
    Test number
    882440136185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 DAA

Does LR53 DAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 DAA is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 DAA?
The MOT on LR53 DAA is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 DAA done?
LR53 DAA was recorded at 115,646 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 4,373 miles a year.
Has LR53 DAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 DAA has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 DAA 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 DAA find?
LR53 DAA passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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