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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.

LS53 WKA red MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass132,674 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. 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
  8. 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))
  9. Pass93,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,351 miles
    Test number
    833033804392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. 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)
  11. 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)
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. Pass75,523 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,523 miles
    Test number
    356299295079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,611 miles (+3,022)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,611 miles
    Test number
    908498994095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,589 miles (+5,215)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,589 miles
    Test number
    465557563017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,374 miles (+4,394)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,374 miles
    Test number
    489569362004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,980 miles
    Test number
    765118061096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,980 miles (+4,916)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,980 miles
    Test number
    956118361044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. 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)
  21. Pass48,038 miles (+5,884)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,038 miles
    Test number
    333801829027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,154 miles (+8,474)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,154 miles
    Test number
    114503708465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. 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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