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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 VMPMOT history

LR53 VMP is a green petrol MINI first used on 15 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 28,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

LR53 VMP green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
28,396 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VMP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VMP was last recorded at 28,396 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,544 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
852 miles
Average per year
1,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,396 miles
  • 2025 – 27,544 miles
  • 2024 – 26,722 miles
  • 2023 – 25,662 miles
  • 2022 – 24,550 miles
  • 2021 – 23,430 miles
  • 2020 – 22,075 miles
  • 2019 – 21,297 miles
  • 2018 – 20,367 miles
  • 2017 – 19,146 miles
  • 2016 – 17,970 miles
  • 2015 – 16,580 miles
  • 2014 – 14,666 miles
  • 2013 – 13,256 miles
  • 2012 – 10,522 miles
  • 2011 – 9,025 miles
  • 2010 – 7,501 miles
  • 2009 – 6,728 miles
  • 2008 – 5,996 miles
  • 2006 – 4,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,396 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front windscreen damaged /large stonechip from the centre of the windsreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,396 miles (+852)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    28,396 miles
    Test number
    814725338322
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass27,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    27,544 miles
    Test number
    960317122771
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front under the SPLASH GUARD (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail27,544 miles (+822)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,544 miles
    Test number
    271052089288
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front under the SPLASH GUARD (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass26,722 miles (+1,060)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    26,722 miles
    Test number
    121803562743
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass25,662 miles (+1,112)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    25,662 miles
    Test number
    533678492148
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass24,550 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    24,550 miles
    Test number
    882049913297
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Fail24,550 miles (+1,120)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,550 miles
    Test number
    388803968542
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass23,430 miles (+1,355)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    23,430 miles
    Test number
    852131379186
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  9. Pass22,075 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    22,075 miles
    Test number
    917329112597
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail22,071 miles (+774)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,071 miles
    Test number
    926137015479
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass21,297 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    21,297 miles
    Test number
    944481980032
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front windscreen damaged /large stonechip from the centre of the windsreen (3.2 (a) (i))
  12. Fail21,297 miles (+930)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,297 miles
    Test number
    611162684696
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front windscreen damaged /large stonechip from the centre of the windsreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc badly scored/pitted
  13. Pass20,367 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    20,367 miles
    Test number
    724586476508
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad sensor wire broken
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brakes grabbing slightly
  14. Fail20,367 miles (+1,221)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,367 miles
    Test number
    829336612082
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad sensor wire broken
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brakes grabbing slightly
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded
  15. Pass19,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    19,146 miles
    Test number
    432610243625
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded +outer skin adrifted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscure some components
  16. Fail19,146 miles (+1,176)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,146 miles
    Test number
    139369009310
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and nearside front outer side wall has a deep tears (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded +outer skin adrifted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscure some components
  17. Pass17,970 miles (+1,390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,970 miles
    Test number
    957719223744
    • AdvisoryAdvise on offside rear brake grabbing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake inner discs rusted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryStonechip offside and centre windscreen
  18. Pass16,580 miles (+1,914)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    16,580 miles
    Test number
    215539575019
    • NoteAdvise on offside rear brake grabbing
    • NoteNearside rear inner brake dics rusted
    • NoteRear exhaust sectiion outer skin corroded
    • NoteStonechip offside windscreen
  19. Pass14,666 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    14,666 miles
    Test number
    267220984042
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding
  20. Fail14,666 miles (+1,410)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,666 miles
    Test number
    239240984070
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding
  21. Pass13,256 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    13,256 miles
    Test number
    286522583009
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear silencer box excessivly corroded+outer skin adrifted
  22. Fail13,256 miles (+2,734)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,256 miles
    Test number
    787941883067
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing rubber slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade smearing slightly
    • NoteRear silencer box excessivly corroded+outer skin adrifted
    • NoteRear wiper blade split/worn
  23. Pass10,522 miles (+1,497)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    10,522 miles
    Test number
    696473782099
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer deteriorating (splitting)
    • NoteOffside rear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating
  24. Pass9,025 miles (+1,524)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,025 miles
    Test number
    589543181068
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
  25. Pass7,501 miles (+773)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    7,501 miles
    Test number
    302979570031
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NotePetrol cap seal slightly deteriorating
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin slightly corroded
  26. Pass6,728 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    6,728 miles
    Test number
    101497789484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,996 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    5,996 miles
    Test number
    542206588035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail5,992 miles (+1,370)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,992 miles
    Test number
    172205388060
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
  29. Pass4,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    4,622 miles
    Test number
    304364686408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR53 VMP

Does LR53 VMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 VMP is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VMP?
The MOT on LR53 VMP is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 VMP done?
LR53 VMP was recorded at 28,396 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 1,206 miles a year.
Has LR53 VMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VMP has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 VMP 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 VMP find?
LR53 VMP passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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