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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 YZXMOT history

LS53 YZX is a blue petrol MINI first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 181,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2022.

LS53 YZX blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2023
Mileage
181,310 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YZX was last recorded at 181,310 miles on 18 Apr 2022, 3,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,496 miles · 18 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,814 miles
Average per year
7,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 181,310 miles
  • 2021 – 177,496 miles
  • 2019 – 170,043 miles
  • 2018 – 166,042 miles
  • 2017 – 162,341 miles
  • 2016 – 157,212 miles
  • 2015 – 152,497 miles
  • 2014 – 143,429 miles
  • 2013 – 134,288 miles
  • 2012 – 127,444 miles
  • 2011 – 118,539 miles
  • 2010 – 112,186 miles
  • 2009 – 103,791 miles
  • 2008 – 93,292 miles
  • 2007 – 79,958 miles
  • 2006 – 65,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface rust underneath

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Lip on front brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,310 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    181,310 miles
    Test number
    911313742108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust underneath

  2. Fail181,310 miles (+3,814)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,310 miles
    Test number
    569498373651
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust underneath

  3. Pass177,496 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    177,496 miles
    Test number
    309440890081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail177,488 miles (+7,445)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,488 miles
    Test number
    975940900894
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass170,043 miles (+4,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    170,043 miles
    Test number
    924229104609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass166,042 miles (+3,701)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    166,042 miles
    Test number
    910435760863
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass162,341 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    162,341 miles
    Test number
    952111306015
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLip on front brake discs

  8. Fail162,339 miles (+5,127)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,339 miles
    Test number
    614294264046
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rear rubbers (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLip on front brake discs

  9. Pass157,212 miles (+4,715)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    157,212 miles
    Test number
    362708717412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass152,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    152,497 miles
    Test number
    836257332003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail152,497 miles (+9,068)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,497 miles
    Test number
    553512526525
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass143,429 miles (+9,141)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    143,429 miles
    Test number
    168672254221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass134,288 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    134,288 miles
    Test number
    567227863295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  14. Fail134,288 miles (+6,844)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,288 miles
    Test number
    818587763294
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass127,444 miles (+8,905)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    695198162294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass118,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    118,539 miles
    Test number
    356403141498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail118,539 miles (+6,353)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,539 miles
    Test number
    629393841298
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass112,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    112,186 miles
    Test number
    350604360234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail112,186 miles (+8,395)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,186 miles
    Test number
    533694160238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass103,791 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,791 miles
    Test number
    764978169256
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pads warning light on dash

  21. Fail103,791 miles (+10,499)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,791 miles
    Test number
    682908269220
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pads warning light on dash

  22. Pass93,292 miles (+13,334)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    93,292 miles
    Test number
    123136138264
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  23. Pass79,958 miles (+26)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,958 miles
    Test number
    101899627241
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear offside service brake slight binding.

  24. Pass79,932 miles (+14,054)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    79,932 miles
    Test number
    790699967183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    65,878 miles
    Test number
    641100696230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS53 YZX

Does LS53 YZX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YZX expired on 17 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YZX?
The MOT on LS53 YZX expired on 17 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YZX done?
LS53 YZX was recorded at 181,310 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2022, an average of 7,446 miles a year.
Has LS53 YZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YZX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 YZX 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 YZX find?
LS53 YZX passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; surface rust underneath.

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