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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 LKKMOT history

LS53 LKK is a blue petrol MINI first used on 8 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 130,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LS53 LKK blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
130,213 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LKK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LKK was last recorded at 130,213 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,213 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,213 miles
  • 2025 – 127,766 miles
  • 2024 – 124,788 miles
  • 2023 – 121,899 miles
  • 2022 – 116,929 miles
  • 2021 – 110,743 miles
  • 2020 – 103,151 miles
  • 2019 – 93,137 miles
  • 2017 – 82,935 miles
  • 2015 – 64,891 miles
  • 2014 – 57,975 miles
  • 2013 – 51,320 miles
  • 2012 – 44,346 miles
  • 2011 – 37,433 miles
  • 2010 – 30,721 miles
  • 2009 – 25,107 miles
  • 2008 – 19,501 miles
  • 2007 – 14,112 miles
  • 2006 – 9,020 miles
  • 2005 – 5,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,213 miles
  • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on the outer edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

34 tests since 17 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,213 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    130,213 miles
    Test number
    278079720785
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail130,213 miles (+2,447)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,213 miles
    Test number
    343410226719
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass127,766 miles (+2,978)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    127,766 miles
    Test number
    448484323862
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass124,788 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,788 miles
    Test number
    698745866395
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail124,788 miles (+2,889)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,788 miles
    Test number
    443194802663
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass121,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,899 miles
    Test number
    189445860993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail121,899 miles (+4,970)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,899 miles
    Test number
    953309817603
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass116,929 miles (+6,186)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,929 miles
    Test number
    643574322217
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass110,743 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,743 miles
    Test number
    263904570196
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail110,743 miles (+7,592)1 dangerous3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,743 miles
    Test number
    747922980589
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass103,151 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,151 miles
    Test number
    910324415337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail103,151 miles (+10,014)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,151 miles
    Test number
    354380173550
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass93,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,137 miles
    Test number
    986732715635
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  14. Fail93,137 miles (+10,202)3 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,137 miles
    Test number
    325382109067
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  15. Pass82,935 miles (+9,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,935 miles
    Test number
    902176055647
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  16. Pass72,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,947 miles
    Test number
    706343029259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail72,947 miles (+8,056)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,947 miles
    Test number
    463160959607
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,891 miles
    Test number
    704938022584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,891 miles (+6,916)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,891 miles
    Test number
    279198118257
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass57,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,975 miles
    Test number
    648391954359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,975 miles (+6,655)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,975 miles
    Test number
    239391054314
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass51,320 miles (+6,974)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,320 miles
    Test number
    958452253359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,346 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,346 miles
    Test number
    418513462477
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail44,346 miles (+6,913)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,346 miles
    Test number
    435633362492
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass37,433 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,433 miles
    Test number
    418545351396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Fail37,433 miles (+6,712)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,433 miles
    Test number
    307334451349
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front driving lamp insecure
    • NoteOffside front driving lamp not working and insecure
    • NoteRear windscreen washers not working

  27. Pass30,721 miles (+5,614)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,721 miles
    Test number
    291454560374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Fail25,107 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,107 miles
    Test number
    630253359383
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass25,107 miles (+5,606)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,107 miles
    Test number
    761093659334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass19,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,501 miles
    Test number
    853480738390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail19,501 miles (+5,389)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,501 miles
    Test number
    351939728331
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear wiper rubber completely split

  32. Pass14,112 miles (+5,092)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,112 miles
    Test number
    181782067329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass9,020 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    9,020 miles
    Test number
    504773256340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass5,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    5,198 miles
    Test number
    100051055375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 LKK

Does LS53 LKK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 LKK is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LKK?
The MOT on LS53 LKK is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 LKK done?
LS53 LKK was recorded at 130,213 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 6,232 miles a year.
Has LS53 LKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LKK has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 LKK 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 LKK find?
LS53 LKK passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyres wearing on the outer edges; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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