The road tax status for YL53 EPU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YL53 EPU?

The MOT for YL53 EPU is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 January 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of YL53 EPU?

The recorded mileage for YL53 EPU is 109,774 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YL53 EPU ULEZ compliant?

No, YL53 EPU 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 1.6L Petrol · YL53 EPU

YL53 EPU

2004 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 109,774 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2004 · Sheffield
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 26 Jan 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 109,774 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2004

Engine

1598cc

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YL53 EPU Key Findings

26 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2024
109,774 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (19 mentions)

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YL53 EPU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Oct 2026, 06:25

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26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mini Mini (YL53 EPU) between January 2007 and January 2024.

The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 24 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (19 issues), Lighting (15 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 42 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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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YL53 EPU Mileage History

31/01/200719,054 mi
21/03/200719,072 mi+18 mi
05/03/200822,830 mi+3,758 mi
23/03/200925,552 mi+2,722 mi
16/11/200927,530 mi+1,978 mi
08/11/201033,450 mi+5,920 mi
14/11/201138,678 mi+5,228 mi
09/11/201254,236 mi+15,558 mi
16/11/201254,236 mi
07/11/201369,233 mi+14,997 mi
15/11/201369,235 mi+2 mi
19/11/201470,641 mi+1,406 mi
20/11/201470,642 mi+1 mi
18/11/201580,173 mi+9,531 mi
19/11/201580,174 mi+1 mi
21/11/201685,913 mi+5,739 mi
18/11/201786,279 mi+366 mi
07/11/201886,869 mi+590 mi
07/01/202089,367 mi+2,498 mi
04/01/202192,915 mi+3,548 mi
25/01/202299,648 mi+6,733 mi
27/01/202299,648 mi
25/01/2023104,727 mi+5,079 mi
26/01/2023104,727 mi
23/01/2024109,773 mi+5,046 mi
24/01/2024109,774 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 5,343 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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