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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 LJVMOT history

LS53 LJV is a black petrol MINI first used on 22 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 111,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2025.

LS53 LJV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
111,259 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LJV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LJV was last recorded at 111,259 miles on 10 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,259 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,259 miles
  • 2024 – 107,735 miles
  • 2023 – 103,294 miles
  • 2022 – 100,124 miles
  • 2019 – 100,049 miles
  • 2018 – 97,883 miles
  • 2017 – 88,725 miles
  • 2016 – 80,914 miles
  • 2015 – 71,882 miles
  • 2014 – 63,810 miles
  • 2013 – 44,799 miles
  • 2012 – 42,736 miles
  • 2011 – 38,839 miles
  • 2010 – 34,340 miles
  • 2009 – 30,702 miles
  • 2008 – 27,159 miles
  • 2007 – 23,709 miles
  • 2006 – 19,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,259 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,259 miles
    Test number
    257228088259
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail111,259 miles (+3,524)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,259 miles
    Test number
    770037254003
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass107,735 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    107,735 miles
    Test number
    674638540010
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail107,722 miles (+4,428)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,722 miles
    Test number
    736444675330
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass103,294 miles (+3,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,294 miles
    Test number
    510597260401
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass100,124 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,124 miles
    Test number
    805474724939
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail100,124 miles (+12)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,124 miles
    Test number
    830544054229
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail100,112 miles (+63)6 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    312947844842
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryDoor windows inop

  9. Pass100,049 miles (+2,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,049 miles
    Test number
    523415483627
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass97,883 miles (+9,158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,883 miles
    Test number
    774504051391
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWipers split at ends

  11. Pass88,725 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,725 miles
    Test number
    715809140827
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail88,725 miles (+7,811)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,725 miles
    Test number
    922949555716
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported brake pad wire (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass80,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,914 miles
    Test number
    488726232330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mounts badly deteriorated but system is still adequately supported.

  14. Fail80,914 miles (+9,032)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,914 miles
    Test number
    420187205377
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber mounts badly deteriorated but system is still adequately supported.

  15. Pass71,882 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,882 miles
    Test number
    667377045184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres getting bald on the edges
    • NoteNSR brake has a slightt bind when turned by hand.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust rubbers broken causing exhaust to rattle.

  16. Fail71,882 miles (+8,072)3 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,882 miles
    Test number
    819607645145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres getting bald on the edges
    • NoteNSR brake has a slightt bind when turned by hand.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust rubbers broken causing exhaust to rattle.

  17. Fail63,810 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,810 miles
    Test number
    369951194199
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,810 miles (+19,011)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,810 miles
    Test number
    618891394106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,799 miles
    Test number
    338125573102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail44,795 miles (+2,059)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,795 miles
    Test number
    726515373164
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass42,736 miles (+3,897)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,736 miles
    Test number
    346626172469
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket is broken exhaust still secure

  22. Pass38,839 miles (+4,499)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,839 miles
    Test number
    155541571222
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake pads are worn

  23. Pass34,340 miles (+3,638)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,340 miles
    Test number
    351718070419
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn
    • NoteNearside front suspension arm bush is weak
    • NoteRear number plate is starting to de-laminate

  24. Pass30,702 miles (+3,543)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,702 miles
    Test number
    484527989275
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn

  25. Pass27,159 miles (+3,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,159 miles
    Test number
    293461788277
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass23,709 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    23,709 miles
    Test number
    932350897288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,182 miles
    Test number
    260200096258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS53 LJV

Does LS53 LJV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 LJV expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LJV?
The MOT on LS53 LJV expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 LJV done?
LS53 LJV was recorded at 111,259 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2025, an average of 4,982 miles a year.
Has LS53 LJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LJV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 LJV 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 LJV find?
LS53 LJV passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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