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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 NDXMOT history

LR53 NDX is a black petrol MINI first used on 6 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2024.

LR53 NDX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2025
Mileage
112,809 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 NDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 NDX was last recorded at 112,809 miles on 2 Apr 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,807 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,809 miles
  • 2023 – 108,135 miles
  • 2020 – 107,810 miles
  • 2019 – 107,678 miles
  • 2018 – 105,054 miles
  • 2017 – 100,536 miles
  • 2016 – 96,678 miles
  • 2015 – 87,667 miles
  • 2014 – 78,467 miles
  • 2013 – 71,417 miles
  • 2011 – 62,555 miles
  • 2010 – 52,072 miles
  • 2009 – 45,351 miles
  • 2008 – 35,322 miles
  • 2007 – 28,081 miles
  • 2006 – 20,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,809 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2009–2015

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear tyre cracked between treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear tyre starting to go out of shape on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,809 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,809 miles
    Test number
    873011397731
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail112,807 miles (+4,672)1 dangerous6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,807 miles
    Test number
    420450564037
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass108,135 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,135 miles
    Test number
    291009119800
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked between treads

  4. Fail108,128 miles (+318)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,128 miles
    Test number
    570749191827
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked between treads

  5. Fail107,810 miles (+132)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,810 miles
    Test number
    250698006187
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass107,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    107,678 miles
    Test number
    191571008716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,678 miles (+2,624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,678 miles
    Test number
    121541596936
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  8. Pass105,054 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,054 miles
    Test number
    685004940651
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn close to limit

  9. Fail105,054 miles (+4,518)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,054 miles
    Test number
    372073409779
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn close to limit

  10. Pass100,536 miles (+3,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,536 miles
    Test number
    826932010067
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides back bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass96,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,678 miles
    Test number
    721432586554
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to go out of shape on inside edge

  12. Fail96,678 miles (+9,011)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,678 miles
    Test number
    300300985325
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear behind fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to go out of shape on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass87,667 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,667 miles
    Test number
    216242545003
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks

  14. Fail87,667 miles (+9,200)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,667 miles
    Test number
    716851345053
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteClean and grease rear brake pipes
    • NoteEngine oil leaks

  15. Pass78,467 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,467 miles
    Test number
    807021554062
    • NoteClean and grease rear brake pipes

  16. Fail78,467 miles (+7,050)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,467 miles
    Test number
    216121454004
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteClean and grease rear brake pipes

  17. Pass71,417 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    71,417 miles
    Test number
    276922003076
    • NoteUnderside starting to corrode in places

  18. Fail71,417 miles (+8,862)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,417 miles
    Test number
    995422503083
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteUnderside starting to corrode in places

  19. Pass62,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,555 miles
    Test number
    967078541322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,555 miles (+10,483)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,555 miles
    Test number
    457577341476
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClean and grease rear brake pipes
    • NoteOverdue service

  21. Pass52,072 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,072 miles
    Test number
    394530750275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,351 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,351 miles
    Test number
    370770199283
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)

  23. Pass45,351 miles (+10,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,351 miles
    Test number
    840720099274
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)

  24. Pass35,322 miles (+7,241)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,322 miles
    Test number
    474345398269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,081 miles (+7,975)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,081 miles
    Test number
    721519297250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,106 miles
    Test number
    402192516466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 NDX

Does LR53 NDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 NDX expired on 16 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 NDX?
The MOT on LR53 NDX expired on 16 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 NDX done?
LR53 NDX was recorded at 112,809 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2024, an average of 5,328 miles a year.
Has LR53 NDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 NDX has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 NDX 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 NDX find?
LR53 NDX passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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