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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 ZTLMOT history

LS53 ZTL is a yellow petrol MINI ONE first used on 8 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 142,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2024
Mileage
142,380 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ZTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
ONE
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ZTL was last recorded at 142,380 miles on 24 Nov 2023, 5,415 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,965 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,415 miles
Average per year
6,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,380 miles
  • 2022 – 136,965 miles
  • 2021 – 131,170 miles
  • 2020 – 126,164 miles
  • 2019 – 121,358 miles
  • 2018 – 111,959 miles
  • 2017 – 103,773 miles
  • 2016 – 94,440 miles
  • 2015 – 84,135 miles
  • 2014 – 75,585 miles
  • 2013 – 71,191 miles
  • 2012 – 66,033 miles
  • 2011 – 61,134 miles
  • 2010 – 56,101 miles
  • 2009 – 50,540 miles
  • 2008 – 43,806 miles
  • 2007 – 37,051 miles
  • 2006 – 30,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,380 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fuel tank frame is corroded but not seriously weakned

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,380 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    142,380 miles
    Test number
    521859671369
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail142,380 miles (+5,415)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,380 miles
    Test number
    640191348648
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,965 miles (+5,795)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,965 miles
    Test number
    706683596682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are worn on inner/outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are slightly corroded on inner edge

  4. Pass131,170 miles (+124)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,170 miles
    Test number
    121380679979
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Fail131,046 miles (+4,882)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,046 miles
    Test number
    960546515425
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure fuel tank support frame excess corroded and weakened (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass126,164 miles (+165)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,164 miles
    Test number
    299977237995
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank frame is corroded but not seriously weakned

  7. Fail125,999 miles (+4,641)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,999 miles
    Test number
    484247701294
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank frame is corroded but not seriously weakned

  8. Pass121,358 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,358 miles
    Test number
    207468405345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail121,357 miles (+9,398)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,357 miles
    Test number
    128242388501
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass111,959 miles (+50)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,959 miles
    Test number
    410392912773
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail111,909 miles (+8,136)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,909 miles
    Test number
    929810254703
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass103,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    103,773 miles
    Test number
    329201534919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has repair plug in tread.

  13. Fail103,773 miles (+9,333)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,773 miles
    Test number
    746061395032
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases unable to carry out emissions test (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has repair plug in tread.

  14. Pass94,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,440 miles
    Test number
    992262292414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,440 miles (+10,305)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,440 miles
    Test number
    995428463505
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass84,135 miles (+8,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    84,135 miles
    Test number
    154882831040
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor condition

  17. Pass75,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    75,585 miles
    Test number
    375936534346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,585 miles (+4,394)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,585 miles
    Test number
    577206734351
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass71,191 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,191 miles
    Test number
    237836633351
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking due to age
    • NoteSlight bind on n/s/r brake

  20. Fail71,191 miles (+5,158)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,191 miles
    Test number
    367356233376
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking due to age
    • NoteSlight bind on n/s/r brake

  21. Pass66,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,033 miles
    Test number
    255491442361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,033 miles (+4,899)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,033 miles
    Test number
    358349632355
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass61,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,134 miles
    Test number
    577459221310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,134 miles (+5,033)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,134 miles
    Test number
    789769521314
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass56,101 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,101 miles
    Test number
    354206030300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,092 miles (+5,552)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,092 miles
    Test number
    420003830345
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass50,540 miles (+6,734)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,540 miles
    Test number
    414256439491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,806 miles (+6,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,806 miles
    Test number
    981122938333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass37,051 miles (+6,164)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,051 miles
    Test number
    790100337314
    • NoteFront wiper blade condition becoming poor.
    • NoteSlight bind on offside rear brake?

  30. Pass30,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,887 miles
    Test number
    994921636399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 ZTL

Does LS53 ZTL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 ZTL expired on 13 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ZTL?
The MOT on LS53 ZTL expired on 13 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 ZTL done?
LS53 ZTL was recorded at 142,380 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2023, an average of 6,562 miles a year.
Has LS53 ZTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ZTL has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 ZTL 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 ZTL find?
LS53 ZTL passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 6 more.

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