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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 LKEMOT history

LS53 LKE is a red petrol MINI first used on 1 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 66,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

LS53 LKE red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2026
Mileage
66,098 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LKE was last recorded at 66,098 miles on 25 Mar 2025, 698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,400 miles · 4 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
698 miles
Average per year
3,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,098 miles
  • 2024 – 65,400 miles
  • 2023 – 63,739 miles
  • 2022 – 62,286 miles
  • 2020 – 60,768 miles
  • 2019 – 58,568 miles
  • 2018 – 57,108 miles
  • 2017 – 55,948 miles
  • 2016 – 54,318 miles
  • 2015 – 52,819 miles
  • 2014 – 50,644 miles
  • 2013 – 47,833 miles
  • 2012 – 41,298 miles
  • 2011 – 35,585 miles
  • 2010 – 30,582 miles
  • 2009 – 25,294 miles
  • 2008 – 20,133 miles
  • 2007 – 15,349 miles
  • 2006 – 9,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,098 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre incorrect rotation.
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,098 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,098 miles
    Test number
    152127117128
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre incorrect rotation.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail66,098 miles (+698)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,098 miles
    Test number
    769761400491
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre incorrect rotation.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass65,400 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    65,400 miles
    Test number
    542599966140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail65,379 miles (+1,640)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,379 miles
    Test number
    697595865462
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass63,739 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,739 miles
    Test number
    320911290106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,286 miles (+1,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    62,286 miles
    Test number
    328218099903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slight separation around tread pattern.

  7. Pass60,768 miles (+2,200)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,768 miles
    Test number
    757199238481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,568 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    798473666187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,108 miles (+1,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,108 miles
    Test number
    253231203874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre separating.

  10. Pass55,948 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    55,948 miles
    Test number
    274889102881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,318 miles (+1,499)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,318 miles
    Test number
    758840658083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    221880905702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,819 miles (+2,175)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    457319941427
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass50,644 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,644 miles
    Test number
    196784604333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,638 miles (+2,805)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    768961104325
    • FailureInner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass47,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,833 miles
    Test number
    126731103383
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail47,833 miles (+6,535)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,833 miles
    Test number
    429781103418
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass41,298 miles (+5,713)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,298 miles
    Test number
    177443802336
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded

  19. Pass35,585 miles (+5,003)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,585 miles
    Test number
    758722791268
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slightly pitted on the inside

  20. Pass30,582 miles (+5,288)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,582 miles
    Test number
    374581880420
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  21. Pass25,294 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,294 miles
    Test number
    510880009395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,133 miles (+4,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,133 miles
    Test number
    580013108398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass15,349 miles (+5,638)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    15,349 miles
    Test number
    390972307361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,711 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    9,711 miles
    Test number
    104995706399
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LS53 LKE

Does LS53 LKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 LKE expired on 3 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LKE?
The MOT on LS53 LKE expired on 3 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 LKE done?
LS53 LKE was recorded at 66,098 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2025, an average of 3,065 miles a year.
Has LS53 LKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LKE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 LKE 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 LKE find?
LS53 LKE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front.; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch., and 3 more.

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