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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 NYUMOT history

LS53 NYU is a yellow petrol MINI first used on 14 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

LS53 NYU yellow MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,497 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 NYU was last recorded at 120,497 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,167 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
330 miles
Average per year
5,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,497 miles
  • 2024 – 106,535 miles
  • 2023 – 96,602 miles
  • 2022 – 94,077 miles
  • 2021 – 92,231 miles
  • 2020 – 90,937 miles
  • 2019 – 88,739 miles
  • 2018 – 82,561 miles
  • 2017 – 77,101 miles
  • 2016 – 71,253 miles
  • 2015 – 65,662 miles
  • 2014 – 58,998 miles
  • 2013 – 53,096 miles
  • 2012 – 46,515 miles
  • 2011 – 40,523 miles
  • 2010 – 33,874 miles
  • 2009 – 24,711 miles
  • 2008 – 17,320 miles
  • 2007 – 12,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,497 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,497 miles (+330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,497 miles
    Test number
    966662818880
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield lose

  2. Fail120,167 miles (+13,632)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,167 miles
    Test number
    685047272917
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel not working (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield lose

  3. Pass106,535 miles (+9,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    106,535 miles
    Test number
    932559964196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass96,602 miles (+2,525)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,602 miles
    Test number
    356239229997
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass94,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    94,077 miles
    Test number
    837061394214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,077 miles (+1,846)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,077 miles
    Test number
    971949148592
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass92,231 miles (+1,294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,231 miles
    Test number
    988799966603
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have general age related corrosion

  8. Pass90,937 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,937 miles
    Test number
    317977294535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail90,937 miles (+2,198)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,937 miles
    Test number
    691510468608
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass88,739 miles (+6,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,739 miles
    Test number
    795459079010
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes have general age related corrosion or have been greased

  11. Pass82,561 miles (+5,460)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    784688991556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass77,101 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,101 miles
    Test number
    528733399276
    • 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)

  13. Fail77,101 miles (+5,848)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,101 miles
    Test number
    362602527858
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded offside front to rear corroded next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  14. Pass71,253 miles (+5,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    71,253 miles
    Test number
    833212549557
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass65,662 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,662 miles
    Test number
    911270974729
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail65,638 miles (+6,640)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,638 miles
    Test number
    913199686587
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass58,998 miles (+5,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,998 miles
    Test number
    338861664492
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass53,096 miles (+6,581)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,096 miles
    Test number
    169774663234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers door check strap faulty
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded away

  19. Pass46,515 miles (+5,992)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,515 miles
    Test number
    476081162214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,523 miles (+6,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,523 miles
    Test number
    196718751212
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass33,874 miles (+9,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,874 miles
    Test number
    571879850266
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass24,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,711 miles
    Test number
    582239659258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,711 miles (+7,391)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,711 miles
    Test number
    484928359231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass17,320 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,320 miles
    Test number
    393326168285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,096 miles (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,096 miles
    Test number
    483266008263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    12,749 miles
    Test number
    511766687047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 NYU

Does LS53 NYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 NYU is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NYU?
The MOT on LS53 NYU is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 NYU done?
LS53 NYU was recorded at 120,497 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 5,806 miles a year.
Has LS53 NYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NYU has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 NYU 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 NYU find?
LS53 NYU passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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