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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 VOCMOT history

LR53 VOC is a grey petrol MINI first used on 14 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2024.

LR53 VOC grey MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2025
Mileage
122,133 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VOC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VOC was last recorded at 122,133 miles on 4 Dec 2024, 6,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,499 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6,634 miles
Average per year
5,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,133 miles
  • 2023 – 115,499 miles
  • 2022 – 110,099 miles
  • 2021 – 105,037 miles
  • 2020 – 100,752 miles
  • 2019 – 92,132 miles
  • 2018 – 89,371 miles
  • 2017 – 83,023 miles
  • 2016 – 79,018 miles
  • 2015 – 74,574 miles
  • 2014 – 71,670 miles
  • 2013 – 68,371 miles
  • 2012 – 64,491 miles
  • 2011 – 63,224 miles
  • 2010 – 56,090 miles
  • 2009 – 47,374 miles
  • 2008 – 41,456 miles
  • 2007 – 34,265 miles
  • 2006 – 27,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,133 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,133 miles (+6,634)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    122,133 miles
    Test number
    146716923737
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass115,499 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    210183739484
    • MinorFront Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail115,499 miles (+5,400)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,499 miles
    Test number
    224389965341
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,099 miles (+5,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,099 miles
    Test number
    519054619017
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass105,037 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,037 miles
    Test number
    714127310745
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail105,034 miles (+4,282)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,034 miles
    Test number
    277467005017
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,752 miles (+8,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,752 miles
    Test number
    312383934347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass92,132 miles (+2,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,132 miles
    Test number
    874356236640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass89,371 miles (+6,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,371 miles
    Test number
    934893846330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass83,023 miles (+4,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,023 miles
    Test number
    474974075946
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass79,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,018 miles
    Test number
    589303367895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,018 miles (+4,444)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,018 miles
    Test number
    798546624935
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass74,574 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,574 miles
    Test number
    108151245151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,670 miles (+3,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,670 miles
    Test number
    858357224145
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass68,371 miles (+3,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,371 miles
    Test number
    645012993049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass64,491 miles (+1,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,491 miles
    Test number
    859833182001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass63,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,224 miles
    Test number
    219628761097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,224 miles (+7,134)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,224 miles
    Test number
    649518761036
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on.

  19. Pass56,090 miles (+8,716)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,090 miles
    Test number
    840500970065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass47,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,374 miles
    Test number
    264136879020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,374 miles (+5,918)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,374 miles
    Test number
    552336079079
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass41,456 miles (+7,191)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,456 miles
    Test number
    414820128134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,265 miles (+6,988)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,265 miles
    Test number
    203367107421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,277 miles
    Test number
    423785946187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VOC

Does LR53 VOC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 VOC expired on 3 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VOC?
The MOT on LR53 VOC expired on 3 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 VOC done?
LR53 VOC was recorded at 122,133 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2024, an average of 5,119 miles a year.
Has LR53 VOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VOC has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 VOC 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 VOC find?
LR53 VOC passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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