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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LS53 LJNMOT history

LS53 LJN is a red petrol MINI first used on 3 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 22,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LS53 LJN red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
22,401 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LJN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LJN was last recorded at 22,401 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,171 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
230 miles
Average per year
717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 22,401 miles
  • 2025 – 22,171 miles
  • 2024 – 21,972 miles
  • 2023 – 21,605 miles
  • 2022 – 21,028 miles
  • 2021 – 20,676 miles
  • 2020 – 20,249 miles
  • 2019 – 19,803 miles
  • 2018 – 19,081 miles
  • 2017 – 18,023 miles
  • 2016 – 17,101 miles
  • 2015 – 16,907 miles
  • 2014 – 16,260 miles
  • 2013 – 15,276 miles
  • 2012 – 14,425 miles
  • 2011 – 12,730 miles
  • 2010 – 11,255 miles
  • 2009 – 10,521 miles
  • 2008 – 9,557 miles
  • 2006 – 8,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,401 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded , not leaking
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s , pitted / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Surface to discs face on all 4 discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust back box deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel cap/sealing device perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,401 miles (+230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    22,401 miles
    Test number
    745267930865
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded , not leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s , pitted / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass22,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    22,171 miles
    Test number
    978637348720
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface to discs face on all 4 discs

  3. Fail22,171 miles (+199)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,171 miles
    Test number
    344391449148
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface to discs face on all 4 discs

  4. Pass21,972 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    21,972 miles
    Test number
    114991907834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass21,605 miles (+577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    21,605 miles
    Test number
    775388837813
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Back Box Corroded

  6. Pass21,028 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    21,028 miles
    Test number
    415321930466
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device perished

  7. Fail21,028 miles (+352)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,028 miles
    Test number
    678074576617
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device perished

  8. Pass20,676 miles (+427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    20,676 miles
    Test number
    709433147341
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass20,249 miles (+446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    20,249 miles
    Test number
    505944966437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass19,803 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    19,803 miles
    Test number
    497660112396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    19,081 miles
    Test number
    638681521471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail19,081 miles (+1,058)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,081 miles
    Test number
    642914779449
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass18,023 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    18,023 miles
    Test number
    328346283876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,101 miles (+194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,101 miles
    Test number
    474946922737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly

  15. Pass16,907 miles (+647)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    16,907 miles
    Test number
    678802775059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,260 miles (+984)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    16,260 miles
    Test number
    765557604102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    15,276 miles
    Test number
    739859203127
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  18. Fail15,276 miles (+851)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,276 miles
    Test number
    666648003153
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass14,425 miles (+1,695)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    14,425 miles
    Test number
    476070612197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,730 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    12,730 miles
    Test number
    277216711118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,255 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    11,255 miles
    Test number
    252629300025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,521 miles (+964)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    10,521 miles
    Test number
    242435809092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,557 miles (+1,125)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    9,557 miles
    Test number
    461872808097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail8,432 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,432 miles
    Test number
    293024856360
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass8,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    8,432 miles
    Test number
    701964256369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 LJN

Does LS53 LJN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 LJN is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LJN?
The MOT on LS53 LJN is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 LJN done?
LS53 LJN was recorded at 22,401 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 717 miles a year.
Has LS53 LJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LJN has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 LJN 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 LJN find?
LS53 LJN passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust rear silencer corroded , not leaking; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s , pitted / corroded.

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