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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 VMFMOT history

LR53 VMF is a red petrol MINI first used on 2 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 127,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2023.

LR53 VMF red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2024
Mileage
127,483 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2024
Latest MOT test
20 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VMF was last recorded at 127,483 miles on 20 May 2023, 6,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Apr 2019: 104,374 miles, lower than 153,939 miles on 13 Apr 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
121,413 miles · 19 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6,070 miles
Average per year
6,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,483 miles
  • 2022 – 121,413 miles
  • 2021 – 121,409 miles
  • 2020 – 110,705 miles
  • 2019 – 104,374 miles
  • 2018 – 147,373 miles
  • 2017 – 143,762 miles
  • 2016 – 137,320 miles
  • 2015 – 129,028 miles
  • 2013 – 122,978 miles
  • 2012 – 116,646 miles
  • 2011 – 100,221 miles
  • 2010 – 85,987 miles
  • 2009 – 70,896 miles
  • 2008 – 54,270 miles
  • 2007 – 39,018 miles
  • 2006 – 24,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,483 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear brake pipe clip broken but still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,483 miles (+6,070)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    127,483 miles
    Test number
    584886013944
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass121,413 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    121,413 miles
    Test number
    241168078197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe clip broken but still secure

  3. Fail121,413 miles (+4)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,413 miles
    Test number
    852328828785
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe clip broken but still secure

  4. Fail121,409 miles (+10,704)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,409 miles
    Test number
    394267763830
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  5. Pass110,705 miles (+6,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,705 miles
    Test number
    431175613359
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,374 miles (-49,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,374 miles
    Test number
    907530924726
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail153,939 miles (+6,566)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,939 miles
    Test number
    741183170325
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror casing missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,373 miles (+3,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    147,373 miles
    Test number
    307671282255
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass143,762 miles (+6,442)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,762 miles
    Test number
    400524824993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,320 miles (+8,292)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    137,320 miles
    Test number
    101572216029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass129,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,028 miles
    Test number
    125941135490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,028 miles (+6,050)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,028 miles
    Test number
    156791635470
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass122,978 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    122,978 miles
    Test number
    287954753350
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail122,978 miles (+6,332)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,978 miles
    Test number
    968714053391
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass116,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    116,646 miles
    Test number
    925040922308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail116,646 miles (+16,425)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,646 miles
    Test number
    525933012394
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Fail100,221 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,221 miles
    Test number
    196712731304
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSill covers

  18. Pass100,221 miles (+14,234)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    100,221 miles
    Test number
    688282831330
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSill covers

  19. Pass85,987 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    85,987 miles
    Test number
    812564940320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,758 miles (+14,862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    913801740308
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass70,896 miles (+16,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,896 miles
    Test number
    590131529355
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass54,270 miles (+15,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,270 miles
    Test number
    653831038346
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass39,018 miles (+14,028)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,018 miles
    Test number
    522537247308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    24,990 miles
    Test number
    854598746332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VMF

Does LR53 VMF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 VMF expired on 19 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VMF?
The MOT on LR53 VMF expired on 19 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 VMF done?
LR53 VMF was recorded at 127,483 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2023, an average of 6,238 miles a year.
Has LR53 VMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VMF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 VMF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 VMF find?
LR53 VMF passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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