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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

5157DMOT history

5157D is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 50,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

5157D blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
50,550 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5157D
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5157D was last recorded at 50,550 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 1,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,037 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,513 miles
Average per year
1,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,550 miles
  • 2025 – 49,037 miles
  • 2024 – 48,736 miles
  • 2023 – 48,343 miles
  • 2022 – 48,340 miles
  • 2021 – 47,948 miles
  • 2019 – 47,399 miles
  • 2018 – 46,368 miles
  • 2017 – 45,571 miles
  • 2016 – 44,221 miles
  • 2015 – 43,163 miles
  • 2014 – 41,731 miles
  • 2013 – 40,614 miles
  • 2012 – 39,381 miles
  • 2011 – 37,403 miles
  • 2010 – 34,696 miles
  • 2009 – 29,035 miles
  • 2008 – 24,265 miles
  • 2007 – 19,309 miles
  • 2006 – 14,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,550 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,550 miles (+1,513)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    50,550 miles
    Test number
    204991780132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass49,037 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    49,037 miles
    Test number
    835780834323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,736 miles (+393)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    48,736 miles
    Test number
    452683934253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,343 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    48,343 miles
    Test number
    974488478999
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail48,343 miles (+3)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,343 miles
    Test number
    997136101218
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass48,340 miles (+392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    48,340 miles
    Test number
    765545921286
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass47,948 miles (+549)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    47,948 miles
    Test number
    298573410456
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass47,399 miles (+1,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,399 miles
    Test number
    504933191168
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass46,368 miles (+797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    268345743682
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass45,571 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,571 miles
    Test number
    164718253555
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail45,563 miles (+1,342)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,563 miles
    Test number
    900109296411
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass44,221 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,221 miles
    Test number
    878153746519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,163 miles (+1,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    159101235117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass41,731 miles (+1,117)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    927922034123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass40,614 miles (+1,233)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,614 miles
    Test number
    956490723159
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail39,381 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,381 miles
    Test number
    207604812105
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass39,381 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,381 miles
    Test number
    345184912179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,403 miles (+2,707)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,403 miles
    Test number
    369867731121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch stiff

  19. Pass34,696 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,696 miles
    Test number
    502782830117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,035 miles (+4,770)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,035 miles
    Test number
    660103839143
    • NoteBonnet safety catch linkage seized
    • NoteCrack in windscreen out of drivers vision
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges and chunks out of sidewalls

  21. Pass24,265 miles (+4,956)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,265 miles
    Test number
    241943138177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,309 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,309 miles
    Test number
    581154737182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,502 miles
    Test number
    980262736186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 5157D

What vehicle is registration 5157D currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5157D on a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 5157D currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5157D is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5157D?
The MOT on 5157D is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5157D done?
5157D was recorded at 50,550 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 1,810 miles a year.
Has 5157D ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5157D has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on 5157D 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 5157D find?
5157D passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 1 more.

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