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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX53 TCVMOT history

LX53 TCV is a black petrol MINI first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2024.

LX53 TCV black MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2025
Mileage
96,956 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 TCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 TCV was last recorded at 96,956 miles on 6 Mar 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,956 miles · 5 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,956 miles
  • 2023 – 96,665 miles
  • 2022 – 95,609 miles
  • 2021 – 87,973 miles
  • 2020 – 85,951 miles
  • 2019 – 79,171 miles
  • 2018 – 71,639 miles
  • 2017 – 64,109 miles
  • 2015 – 60,675 miles
  • 2014 – 57,363 miles
  • 2013 – 51,001 miles
  • 2012 – 46,943 miles
  • 2011 – 44,083 miles
  • 2010 – 40,392 miles
  • 2009 – 36,971 miles
  • 2008 – 32,179 miles
  • 2007 – 26,913 miles
  • 2006 – 21,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,956 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,956 miles
    Test number
    300513794129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail96,956 miles (+291)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,956 miles
    Test number
    184596898930
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass96,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,665 miles
    Test number
    634572195158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail96,665 miles (+1,056)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,665 miles
    Test number
    612111888424
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,609 miles (+7,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,609 miles
    Test number
    236908231794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering ram modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.5 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed

  6. Pass87,973 miles (+2,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,973 miles
    Test number
    143300321908
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass85,951 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,951 miles
    Test number
    352047581661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,171 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    713996592452
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective only just has a beam pattern and may fail next Mot (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail79,171 miles (+7,532)4 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    952927751429
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective only just has a beam pattern and may fail next Mot (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass71,639 miles (+7,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,639 miles
    Test number
    935487400529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes starting to weep oil

  11. Pass64,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,109 miles
    Test number
    291682338536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,109 miles (+3,434)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,109 miles
    Test number
    505164079922
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass60,675 miles (+3,312)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,675 miles
    Test number
    691482317740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,363 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,363 miles
    Test number
    377204444292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass57,363 miles (+6,362)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,363 miles
    Test number
    588114044214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,001 miles (+20)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,001 miles
    Test number
    677362463194
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall perishing slightly

  17. Fail50,981 miles (+4,038)4 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,981 miles
    Test number
    268331263420
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall perishing slightly

  18. Pass46,943 miles (+2,860)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,943 miles
    Test number
    269158352148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorated

  19. Pass44,083 miles (+3,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,083 miles
    Test number
    538654851131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail40,392 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,392 miles
    Test number
    343983350170
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass40,392 miles (+3,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,392 miles
    Test number
    380293550151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass36,971 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,971 miles
    Test number
    832506959212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,179 miles (+5,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,179 miles
    Test number
    700437058297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass26,913 miles (+5,343)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,913 miles
    Test number
    280526237270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,570 miles
    Test number
    384739726463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 TCV

Does LX53 TCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 TCV expired on 5 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 TCV?
The MOT on LX53 TCV expired on 5 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 TCV done?
LX53 TCV was recorded at 96,956 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2024, an average of 4,295 miles a year.
Has LX53 TCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 TCV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LX53 TCV 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 LX53 TCV find?
LX53 TCV passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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