2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LM53 YDE
2004 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 73,062 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,062 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM53 YDE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 73,062 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LM53 YDE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mini Mini (LM53 YDE) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 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: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective ruber sill broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.
LM53 YDE Mileage History
- 05/04/202466,250 mi
- 16/04/202569,719 mi+3,469 mi
- 17/04/202569,720 mi+1 mi
- 09/04/202673,062 mi+3,342 mi
- 09/04/202673,062 mi
Average of roughly 3,390 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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