2004 MINI 1.6L Petrol · MM53 LLJ
2004 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 114,259 miles. MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18 Feb 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,259 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MM53 LLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2025
- 114,259 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MM53 LLJ 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 (MM53 LLJ) between April 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 February 2025 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: Brakes (14 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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))”.
MM53 LLJ Mileage History
- 20/04/2023111,897 mi
- 20/04/2023111,897 mi
- 28/02/2024112,566 mi+669 mi
- 28/02/2024112,566 mi
- 19/02/2025114,259 mi+1,693 mi
Average of roughly 1,286 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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