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White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LU53 YARMOT history

LU53 YAR is a white petrol MINI first used on 22 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 35,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LU53 YAR white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
35,368 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU53 YAR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU53 YAR was last recorded at 35,368 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 4,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,511 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,857 miles
Average per year
1,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,368 miles
  • 2025 – 30,511 miles
  • 2024 – 28,323 miles
  • 2020 – 28,270 miles
  • 2019 – 28,040 miles
  • 2018 – 27,574 miles
  • 2017 – 26,973 miles
  • 2016 – 26,409 miles
  • 2015 – 25,789 miles
  • 2014 – 25,679 miles
  • 2013 – 25,149 miles
  • 2012 – 24,403 miles
  • 2011 – 23,035 miles
  • 2010 – 22,006 miles
  • 2009 – 21,047 miles
  • 2008 – 19,345 miles
  • 2007 – 16,472 miles
  • 2006 – 13,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,368 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust backbox corroded but not blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damage to rim edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Noise on steering when turning with vehicle weight on ground

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass35,368 miles (+4,857)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    35,368 miles
    Test number
    819845063721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass30,511 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    30,511 miles
    Test number
    487898273853
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded but not blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail30,501 miles (+2,178)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,501 miles
    Test number
    580902340771
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded but not blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass28,323 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    28,323 miles
    Test number
    485197850715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass28,270 miles (+230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    28,270 miles
    Test number
    439455422143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damage to rim edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass28,040 miles (+466)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    28,040 miles
    Test number
    329446800604
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted damage to rim edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass27,574 miles (+601)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    27,574 miles
    Test number
    865773831316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    26,973 miles
    Test number
    741600200471
    • AdvisoryNoise on steering when turning with vehicle weight on ground

  9. Fail26,973 miles (+564)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,973 miles
    Test number
    531542970099
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise on steering when turning with vehicle weight on ground

  10. Pass26,409 miles (+620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    640271505185
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass25,789 miles (+110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,789 miles
    Test number
    688190815219
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass25,679 miles (+530)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    25,679 miles
    Test number
    468489114232
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust back box corroded

  13. Pass25,149 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,149 miles
    Test number
    116117713286
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust backbox slightly corroded

  14. Fail25,149 miles (+746)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,149 miles
    Test number
    347157413401
    • Repaired at testRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust backbox slightly corroded

  15. Pass24,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    24,403 miles
    Test number
    807515312248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,403 miles (+1,368)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,403 miles
    Test number
    846745112264
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass23,035 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,035 miles
    Test number
    175090021227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,006 miles
    Test number
    390548830477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,006 miles (+959)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,006 miles
    Test number
    540438130257
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass21,047 miles (+1,702)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,047 miles
    Test number
    561643459236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,345 miles (+2,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,345 miles
    Test number
    533394158245
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass16,472 miles (+3,202)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,472 miles
    Test number
    174664057273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,270 miles
    Test number
    660958566267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU53 YAR

Does LU53 YAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU53 YAR is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU53 YAR?
The MOT on LU53 YAR is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU53 YAR done?
LU53 YAR was recorded at 35,368 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 1,108 miles a year.
Has LU53 YAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU53 YAR has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LU53 YAR 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 LU53 YAR find?
LU53 YAR passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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