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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX53 WMJMOT history

LX53 WMJ is a blue petrol MINI first used on 21 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

LX53 WMJ blue MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2023
Mileage
70,882 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 WMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 WMJ was last recorded at 70,882 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 1,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Mar 2019: 61,255 miles, lower than 61,526 miles on 8 Mar 2019.

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
69,509 miles · 2 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,373 miles
Average per year
3,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 70,882 miles
  • 2021 – 69,509 miles
  • 2020 – 66,570 miles
  • 2019 – 61,255 miles
  • 2018 – 54,601 miles
  • 2017 – 54,346 miles
  • 2016 – 45,699 miles
  • 2015 – 41,837 miles
  • 2014 – 40,153 miles
  • 2013 – 36,196 miles
  • 2012 – 30,590 miles
  • 2011 – 23,302 miles
  • 2010 – 21,275 miles
  • 2009 – 19,250 miles
  • 2008 – 16,733 miles
  • 2007 – 13,040 miles
  • 2006 – 10,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,882 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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box bracket lose at rubbers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,882 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,882 miles
    Test number
    903550648659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,509 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,509 miles
    Test number
    654430435020
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail69,501 miles (+2,931)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,501 miles
    Test number
    147302081600
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass66,570 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    982535971418
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail66,570 miles (+5,315)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    327498559107
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass61,255 miles (-271)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,255 miles
    Test number
    501507041584
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box bracket lose at rubbers (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail61,526 miles (+6,925)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,526 miles
    Test number
    584283485416
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose back box bracket lose at rubbers (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass54,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    207191497264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,601 miles (+255)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    402563358619
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail54,346 miles (+3,530)8 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    532622330437
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass50,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,816 miles
    Test number
    224521372570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail50,816 miles (+5,117)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,816 miles
    Test number
    145052899913
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.047 should not exceed 1.030 (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers deteriorated

  13. Pass45,699 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,699 miles
    Test number
    121168183034
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split on ends
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail45,699 miles (+3,862)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,699 miles
    Test number
    794802534136
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split on ends
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass41,837 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,837 miles
    Test number
    326854455077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,153 miles (+3,957)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,153 miles
    Test number
    946057254035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,196 miles (+5,606)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    36,196 miles
    Test number
    255743473259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass30,590 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,590 miles
    Test number
    885420282232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,302 miles (+2,027)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,302 miles
    Test number
    775886461228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,275 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,275 miles
    Test number
    353123050453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,250 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    19,250 miles
    Test number
    164163859298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,733 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    16,733 miles
    Test number
    171774658299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,040 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,040 miles
    Test number
    543336357274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,179 miles
    Test number
    310475056216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 WMJ

Does LX53 WMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 WMJ expired on 29 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 WMJ?
The MOT on LX53 WMJ expired on 29 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 WMJ done?
LX53 WMJ was recorded at 70,882 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 3,843 miles a year.
Has LX53 WMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 WMJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LX53 WMJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 WMJ find?
LX53 WMJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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