The road tax status for HS53 ELU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for HS53 ELU?

The MOT for HS53 ELU is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 May 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of HS53 ELU?

The recorded mileage for HS53 ELU is 130,028 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is HS53 ELU ULEZ compliant?

No, HS53 ELU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 MINI 1.4L Diesel · HS53 ELU

HS53 ELU

2004 MINI (1.4L, diesel). First registered 28/02/2004. Recorded mileage 130,028 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2004 · Portsmouth
MOT Status: Valid until 04/05/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 130,028 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 04/05/2025

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Mileage: 130,028 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2004
Engine: 1364cc

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HS53 ELU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2024
130,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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HS53 ELU Mileage History

12/10/2021107,996 mi
12/10/2021107,996 mi
21/09/2022117,050 mi+9,054 mi
04/11/2023129,285 mi+12,235 mi
06/05/2024130,028 mi+743 mi

Average of roughly 8,587 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

HS53 ELU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 15:55

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mini Mini (HS53 ELU) between October 2021 and May 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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