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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 YKFMOT history

LS53 YKF is a black petrol MINI Cooper first used on 19 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2023
Mileage
79,767 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YKF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Cooper
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YKF was last recorded at 79,767 miles on 6 Oct 2022, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,731 miles · 5 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
4,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,767 miles
  • 2021 – 75,844 miles
  • 2020 – 71,243 miles
  • 2019 – 66,021 miles
  • 2018 – 57,870 miles
  • 2017 – 48,819 miles
  • 2016 – 40,621 miles
  • 2015 – 34,469 miles
  • 2014 – 32,628 miles
  • 2013 – 30,677 miles
  • 2012 – 28,544 miles
  • 2011 – 25,883 miles
  • 2010 – 23,154 miles
  • 2009 – 19,506 miles
  • 2008 – 15,878 miles
  • 2007 – 12,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,767 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front TCA

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,767 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,767 miles
    Test number
    979589787348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail79,731 miles (+3,887)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,731 miles
    Test number
    738028374783
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  3. Pass75,844 miles (+4,601)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,844 miles
    Test number
    608666674719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,243 miles (+1,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    289589918281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail70,176 miles (+4,155)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    687917585994
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap sealing rubber excessively split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

  6. Pass66,021 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,021 miles
    Test number
    827127201927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,841 miles (+7,971)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,841 miles
    Test number
    890002686111
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn TCA bush has excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also worn heavily on inner edge and punctured (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass57,870 miles (+171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,870 miles
    Test number
    386565242810
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front TCA (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail57,699 miles (+8,880)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,699 miles
    Test number
    939407133232
    • MajorWheel bearing has excessive play offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front TCA (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass48,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,819 miles
    Test number
    397208313639
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail48,819 miles (+8,198)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,819 miles
    Test number
    223402122879
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass40,621 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    40,621 miles
    Test number
    995316401493
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre nail
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail40,621 miles (+6,152)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,621 miles
    Test number
    793137262903
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre nail
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail34,469 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,469 miles
    Test number
    405286065123
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass34,469 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,469 miles
    Test number
    728046265118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,628 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,628 miles
    Test number
    935345904277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,677 miles (+2,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,677 miles
    Test number
    397640413414
    • NoteRear exhaust outer casing breaking up.

  18. Fail28,544 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,544 miles
    Test number
    219374322218
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NotePlastic Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteRear Exhaust Box corroded.

  19. Pass28,544 miles (+2,661)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,544 miles
    Test number
    436244322251
    • NotePlastic Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteRear Exhaust Box corroded.

  20. Pass25,883 miles (+2,729)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,883 miles
    Test number
    329412531499
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS SCORED

  21. Pass23,154 miles (+3,648)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,154 miles
    Test number
    820615620262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,506 miles (+3,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,506 miles
    Test number
    814155519214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,878 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    15,878 miles
    Test number
    222901128227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,478 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,478 miles
    Test number
    851068527239
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass12,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,478 miles
    Test number
    970038227228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YKF

Does LS53 YKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YKF expired on 8 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YKF?
The MOT on LS53 YKF expired on 8 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YKF done?
LS53 YKF was recorded at 79,767 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2022, an average of 4,444 miles a year.
Has LS53 YKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YKF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 YKF 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 YKF find?
LS53 YKF passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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