MINI logo

MINI

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX53 FPNMOT history

LX53 FPN is a blue petrol MINI first used on 1 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 77,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2023.

LX53 FPN blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MINI Hatch, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2024
Mileage
77,443 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,295 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LX53 FPN in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 FPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 FPN was last recorded at 77,443 miles on 23 Nov 2023, 4,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Dec 2012: 4,533 miles, lower than 41,688 miles on 12 Dec 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,866 miles · 5 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,577 miles
Average per year
3,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 77,443 miles
  • 2022 – 72,866 miles
  • 2021 – 68,943 miles
  • 2020 – 62,986 miles
  • 2018 – 61,475 miles
  • 2016 – 56,472 miles
  • 2014 – 50,658 miles
  • 2013 – 48,372 miles
  • 2012 – 4,533 miles
  • 2011 – 41,688 miles
  • 2010 – 39,108 miles
  • 2009 – 34,420 miles
  • 2008 – 29,341 miles
  • 2007 – 24,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,443 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,443 miles (+4,577)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,443 miles
    Test number
    333979760764
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,866 miles (+3,923)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,866 miles
    Test number
    393144619413
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass68,943 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,943 miles
    Test number
    967125270458
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  4. Fail68,943 miles (+5,957)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,943 miles
    Test number
    573406057245
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  5. Pass62,986 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,986 miles
    Test number
    642726379633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,475 miles (+5)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,475 miles
    Test number
    268265879913
    • DangerousCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail61,470 miles (+2,080)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,470 miles
    Test number
    519923371381
    • DangerousCoolant leak
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,390 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,390 miles
    Test number
    587825930119
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail59,390 miles (+2,918)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,390 miles
    Test number
    864666626714
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass56,472 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,472 miles
    Test number
    581781551708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail56,472 miles (+3,295)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,472 miles
    Test number
    109896674394
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass53,177 miles (+2,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,177 miles
    Test number
    732238976348
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has minor damage outside of swept area

  13. Pass50,658 miles (+2,286)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    348899634354
    • NoteNearside front wiper worn.

  14. Pass48,372 miles (+43,839)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    48,372 miles
    Test number
    435557823473
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer wall cut

  15. Pass4,533 miles (-37,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    4,533 miles
    Test number
    868955952364
    • 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)

  16. Pass41,688 miles (+2,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,688 miles
    Test number
    857416541333
    • NoteN/s & o/s/r tyres slight worn at inner shoulders

  17. Pass39,108 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,108 miles
    Test number
    933478820376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,062 miles (+4,642)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,062 miles
    Test number
    573086320352
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear Emissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass34,420 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,420 miles
    Test number
    733805629355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,413 miles (+5,072)2 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,413 miles
    Test number
    520274629353
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass29,341 miles (+4,893)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,341 miles
    Test number
    531184628378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,448 miles
    Test number
    324246897485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,448 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,448 miles
    Test number
    603166197285
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about LX53 FPN

Does LX53 FPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 FPN expired on 22 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 FPN?
The MOT on LX53 FPN expired on 22 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 FPN done?
LX53 FPN was recorded at 77,443 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2023, an average of 3,295 miles a year.
Has LX53 FPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 FPN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LX53 FPN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 FPN find?
LX53 FPN passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LX53F registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.