
MINI
Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,364 cc
LS53 WKAMOT history
LS53 WKA is a red diesel MINI first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,674 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Apr 2025
- Mileage
- 132,674 mi
- At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 5,707 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS53 WKA
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- MINI
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,364 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 6 Jan 2004
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Apr 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Apr 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS53 WKA was last recorded at 132,674 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 12,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 119,794 miles · 17 Apr 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 12,880 miles
- Average per year
- 5,707 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 132,674 miles
- 2023 – 119,794 miles
- 2022 – 114,811 miles
- 2021 – 108,607 miles
- 2019 – 99,291 miles
- 2018 – 93,351 miles
- 2017 – 91,731 miles
- 2016 – 82,871 miles
- 2015 – 75,523 miles
- 2014 – 71,611 miles
- 2013 – 68,589 miles
- 2012 – 63,374 miles
- 2011 – 58,980 miles
- 2010 – 54,064 miles
- 2009 – 48,038 miles
- 2008 – 42,154 miles
- 2006 – 33,680 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
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.
Front Steering column has lateral movement caused by the adjustment lever starting to fail.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Full MOT history
23 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass132,674 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 132,674 miles
- Test number
- 139381192412
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
Fail132,674 miles (+12,880)3 repaired1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,674 miles
- Test number
- 987378618603
- Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
Pass119,794 miles (+18)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 119,794 miles
- Test number
- 723556002495
- AdvisoryFront Steering column has lateral movement caused by the adjustment lever starting to fail.
Fail119,776 miles (+4,965)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,776 miles
- Test number
- 183334478368
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower control arm inner support ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Steering column has lateral movement caused by the adjustment lever starting to fail.
Pass114,811 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 114,811 miles
- Test number
- 283693676789
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Fail114,811 miles (+6,204)3 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,811 miles
- Test number
- 760948260844
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass108,607 miles (+9,316)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 108,607 miles
- Test number
- 143482928942
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryLower part of front bumper is missing
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryTailgate struts don't support tailgate
Pass99,291 miles (+5,940)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 99,291 miles
- Test number
- 354970587693
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
Pass93,351 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 93,351 miles
- Test number
- 833033804392
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail93,340 miles (+1,609)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,340 miles
- Test number
- 671380938870
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass91,731 miles (+8,860)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 91,731 miles
- Test number
- 272129750793
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass82,871 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 82,871 miles
- Test number
- 708623003652
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
Fail82,871 miles (+7,348)2 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,871 miles
- Test number
- 511994127023
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
Pass75,523 miles (+3,912)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 75,523 miles
- Test number
- 356299295079
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,611 miles (+3,022)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 71,611 miles
- Test number
- 908498994095
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,589 miles (+5,215)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 68,589 miles
- Test number
- 465557563017
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,374 miles (+4,394)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 63,374 miles
- Test number
- 489569362004
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass58,980 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 58,980 miles
- Test number
- 765118061096
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass58,980 miles (+4,916)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 58,980 miles
- Test number
- 956118361044
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,064 miles (+6,026)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 54,064 miles
- Test number
- 410201520094
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass48,038 miles (+5,884)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 48,038 miles
- Test number
- 333801829027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,154 miles (+8,474)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 42,154 miles
- Test number
- 114503708465
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,680 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 33,680 miles
- Test number
- 250535546328
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS53 WKA
- Does LS53 WKA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LS53 WKA expired on 16 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LS53 WKA?
- The MOT on LS53 WKA expired on 16 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LS53 WKA done?
- LS53 WKA was recorded at 132,674 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 5,707 miles a year.
- Has LS53 WKA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS53 WKA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on LS53 WKA 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 WKA find?
- LS53 WKA passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 6 more.
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