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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 VMXMOT history

LR53 VMX is a black petrol MINI first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2022.

LR53 VMX black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2023
Mileage
125,733 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VMX was last recorded at 125,733 miles on 21 Jan 2022, 5,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,523 miles · 4 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,210 miles
Average per year
7,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,733 miles
  • 2020 – 120,523 miles
  • 2019 – 112,850 miles
  • 2018 – 108,294 miles
  • 2017 – 102,473 miles
  • 2016 – 97,594 miles
  • 2015 – 92,969 miles
  • 2014 – 86,764 miles
  • 2013 – 80,250 miles
  • 2012 – 69,999 miles
  • 2010 – 60,354 miles
  • 2009 – 45,743 miles
  • 2008 – 29,620 miles
  • 2007 – 18,111 miles
  • 2006 – 16,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,733 miles

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,733 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,733 miles
    Test number
    272074949165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,523 miles
    Test number
    965739844685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail120,523 miles (+7,673)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,523 miles
    Test number
    335736867897
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass112,850 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    112,850 miles
    Test number
    242941121073
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Starting To Perish
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tail/Lamp Cracked

  5. Fail112,850 miles (+4,556)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,850 miles
    Test number
    172574450612
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Starting To Perish
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tail/Lamp Cracked

  6. Pass108,294 miles (+5,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    108,294 miles
    Test number
    708285986515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass102,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,473 miles
    Test number
    833356511715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,473 miles (+4,879)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,473 miles
    Test number
    326707610600
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass97,594 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,594 miles
    Test number
    587804733056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,969 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,969 miles
    Test number
    139464785472
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges & inner wall has a slight bulge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  11. Fail92,969 miles (+6,205)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,969 miles
    Test number
    595303685002
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges & inner wall has a slight bulge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  12. Pass86,764 miles (+6,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,764 miles
    Test number
    577000624092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  13. Fail80,250 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,250 miles
    Test number
    536058623020
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  14. Pass80,250 miles (+10,251)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,250 miles
    Test number
    607928223038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,999 miles (+9,645)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,999 miles
    Test number
    486154332064
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass60,354 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    60,354 miles
    Test number
    863055560385
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front brake pad sensor wire broken
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  17. Fail60,354 miles (+14,611)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,354 miles
    Test number
    382034760395
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front brake pad sensor wire broken
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  18. Pass45,743 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    45,743 miles
    Test number
    494036659466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail45,743 miles (+6,413)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,743 miles
    Test number
    891506359356
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail39,330 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,330 miles
    Test number
    170582499427
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass39,330 miles (+9,710)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,330 miles
    Test number
    323602499082
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass29,620 miles (+11,509)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,620 miles
    Test number
    221558308147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,111 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,111 miles
    Test number
    591749507128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,142 miles
    Test number
    712153916373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VMX

Does LR53 VMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 VMX expired on 20 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VMX?
The MOT on LR53 VMX expired on 20 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 VMX done?
LR53 VMX was recorded at 125,733 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2022, an average of 7,210 miles a year.
Has LR53 VMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VMX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LR53 VMX 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 VMX find?
LR53 VMX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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