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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 EVUMOT history

LS53 EVU is a red petrol MINI first used on 18 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 270,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2022.

LS53 EVU red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2023
Mileage
270,406 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 EVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 EVU was last recorded at 270,406 miles on 5 Sept 2022, 29,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,123 miles · 3 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
29,283 miles
Average per year
12,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 270,406 miles
  • 2021 – 241,123 miles
  • 2020 – 205,549 miles
  • 2019 – 184,254 miles
  • 2018 – 178,053 miles
  • 2017 – 174,559 miles
  • 2015 – 172,450 miles
  • 2014 – 165,610 miles
  • 2013 – 157,588 miles
  • 2012 – 142,628 miles
  • 2011 – 121,112 miles
  • 2009 – 106,862 miles
  • 2008 – 95,883 miles
  • 2007 – 82,061 miles
  • 2006 – 67,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass270,406 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Both front tyres wear on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass270,406 miles (+29,283)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    270,406 miles
    Test number
    877969379559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass241,123 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    241,123 miles
    Test number
    316879855116
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail241,123 miles (+35,574)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,123 miles
    Test number
    930827335932
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass205,549 miles (+21,295)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    205,549 miles
    Test number
    557406120574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass184,254 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    857351747081
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wear on edges

  6. Fail184,248 miles (+6,195)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,248 miles
    Test number
    703978813835
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wear on edges

  7. Pass178,053 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    178,053 miles
    Test number
    873693687795
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills shields

  8. Fail178,053 miles (+3,494)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,053 miles
    Test number
    822792711821
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills shields

  9. Pass174,559 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    174,559 miles
    Test number
    268067210695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre is worn on inner edge

  10. Fail174,545 miles (+2,095)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,545 miles
    Test number
    297999140327
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass172,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    172,450 miles
    Test number
    631332718820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

  12. Fail172,449 miles (+6,839)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,449 miles
    Test number
    624417445397
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

  13. Pass165,610 miles (+8,022)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    165,610 miles
    Test number
    495287514308
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass157,588 miles (+14,960)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    157,588 miles
    Test number
    108712723311
    • NoteEngine oil leak from oil filter housing area

  15. Pass142,628 miles (+21,516)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    142,628 miles
    Test number
    486512022352
    • NoteSlight play nearside front track rodf end

  16. Pass121,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    121,112 miles
    Test number
    489672621377
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail121,112 miles (+14,250)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,112 miles
    Test number
    539449711306
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass106,862 miles (+10,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    106,862 miles
    Test number
    963023319307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass95,883 miles (+13,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    95,883 miles
    Test number
    831036428317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass82,061 miles (+14,159)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    82,061 miles
    Test number
    342803207335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    67,902 miles
    Test number
    520209816397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 EVU

Does LS53 EVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 EVU expired on 7 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 EVU?
The MOT on LS53 EVU expired on 7 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 EVU done?
LS53 EVU was recorded at 270,406 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2022, an average of 12,812 miles a year.
Has LS53 EVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 EVU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 EVU 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 LS53 EVU find?
LS53 EVU passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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