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Red and Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,275 cc

V53 JELMOT history

V53 JEL is a red and silver petrol Rover Mini first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 51,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
51,922 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 JEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Red and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 JEL was last recorded at 51,922 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,920 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,922 miles
  • 2025 – 51,748 miles
  • 2024 – 51,648 miles
  • 2023 – 51,484 miles
  • 2022 – 51,213 miles
  • 2021 – 50,613 miles
  • 2020 – 49,880 miles
  • 2019 – 49,204 miles
  • 2018 – 48,243 miles
  • 2017 – 47,026 miles
  • 2016 – 45,893 miles
  • 2015 – 44,945 miles
  • 2013 – 44,067 miles
  • 2012 – 43,356 miles
  • 2011 – 42,168 miles
  • 2009 – 37,588 miles
  • 2008 – 34,973 miles
  • 2007 – 32,255 miles
  • 2006 – 29,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,922 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,922 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    51,922 miles
    Test number
    496808967214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail51,920 miles (+172)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,920 miles
    Test number
    572888374190
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,748 miles (+100)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,748 miles
    Test number
    280099911319
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass51,648 miles (+164)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    51,648 miles
    Test number
    508117184245
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass51,484 miles (+271)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,484 miles
    Test number
    533457737815
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass51,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    51,213 miles
    Test number
    902741832752
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail51,213 miles (+600)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,213 miles
    Test number
    561071989695
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass50,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    50,613 miles
    Test number
    890821863094
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail50,613 miles (+733)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,613 miles
    Test number
    272418839253
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass49,880 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,880 miles
    Test number
    135760892609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,798 miles (+594)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,798 miles
    Test number
    887275774018
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass49,204 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    49,204 miles
    Test number
    325666293572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,243 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    469049373490
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint Hub (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  14. Fail48,243 miles (+1,217)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    940885071378
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint Hub (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Pass47,026 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,026 miles
    Test number
    836111041368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,893 miles (+948)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,893 miles
    Test number
    519141630316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,945 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    469569005073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,067 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,067 miles
    Test number
    339934233292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,356 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    707528252297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,353 miles (+1,185)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,353 miles
    Test number
    405255752249
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteS R S light on

  21. Pass42,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,168 miles
    Test number
    478236881269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,168 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,168 miles
    Test number
    957368071237
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    544667770231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    601775070245
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass37,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,588 miles
    Test number
    563655279277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,588 miles (+2,615)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,588 miles
    Test number
    900888169209
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass34,973 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,973 miles
    Test number
    570209288267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,911 miles (+2,656)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,911 miles
    Test number
    771412088268
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass32,255 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,255 miles
    Test number
    142443487294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,170 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,170 miles
    Test number
    811634626203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail29,164 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,164 miles
    Test number
    293313626254
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about V53 JEL

Does V53 JEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 JEL is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V53 JEL?
The MOT on V53 JEL is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 JEL done?
V53 JEL was recorded at 51,922 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,141 miles a year.
Has V53 JEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 JEL has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V53 JEL 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 V53 JEL find?
V53 JEL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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