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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LB53 APFMOT history

LB53 APF is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 167,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,326 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 APF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 APF was last recorded at 167,326 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 13,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2011: 65,065 miles, lower than 85,064 miles on 11 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
154,111 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
13,215 miles
Average per year
6,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,326 miles
  • 2024 – 154,111 miles
  • 2023 – 142,758 miles
  • 2022 – 140,876 miles
  • 2021 – 139,540 miles
  • 2020 – 137,828 miles
  • 2019 – 135,066 miles
  • 2018 – 128,596 miles
  • 2017 – 123,384 miles
  • 2016 – 117,328 miles
  • 2015 – 110,511 miles
  • 2014 – 104,361 miles
  • 2013 – 97,761 miles
  • 2012 – 89,187 miles
  • 2011 – 65,065 miles
  • 2009 – 73,712 miles
  • 2008 – 62,646 miles
  • 2007 – 51,688 miles
  • 2006 – 39,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,326 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Fuel cap seal perished

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre Valve is perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,326 miles (+13,215)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,326 miles
    Test number
    227530493362
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,111 miles (+11,353)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    154,111 miles
    Test number
    331211371190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass142,758 miles (+1,882)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,758 miles
    Test number
    149071612535
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade poor fitment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus tyre is perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus tyre is perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass140,876 miles (+1,336)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,876 miles
    Test number
    875502656022
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Valve is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass139,540 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    139,540 miles
    Test number
    317464744013
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre valve is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail139,532 miles (+1,704)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,532 miles
    Test number
    514938619246
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre valve is perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass137,828 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,828 miles
    Test number
    182883363361
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (BOTH) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect signs of possible Heavy leak in the past (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus tyre valve is perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail137,828 miles (+2,762)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,828 miles
    Test number
    282464276209
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (BOTH) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect signs of possible Heavy leak in the past (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus tyre valve is perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass135,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,066 miles
    Test number
    517307858954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail135,066 miles (+6,470)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,066 miles
    Test number
    210279964042
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass128,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    128,596 miles
    Test number
    942598171424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail128,596 miles (+5,212)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,596 miles
    Test number
    292480993510
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass123,384 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,384 miles
    Test number
    527284771063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake efficiency low

  14. Fail123,376 miles (+6,048)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,376 miles
    Test number
    305192100964
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre out of shape (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass117,328 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    117,328 miles
    Test number
    509629858813
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail117,326 miles (+6,815)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,326 miles
    Test number
    208881965265
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass110,511 miles (+6,150)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    110,511 miles
    Test number
    148578032501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass104,361 miles (+6,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,361 miles
    Test number
    517492944373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass97,761 miles (+19)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,761 miles
    Test number
    469603743347
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs inner faces corroded badly.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge.

  20. Fail97,742 miles (+8,555)2 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,742 miles
    Test number
    296500943330
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake discs inner faces corroded badly.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge.

  21. Pass89,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,187 miles
    Test number
    906883752147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail89,187 miles (+24,122)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,187 miles
    Test number
    888772452160
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass65,065 miles (-19,999)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,065 miles
    Test number
    656632731144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,064 miles (+11,352)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    809261231112
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass73,712 miles (+11,066)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,712 miles
    Test number
    880686919308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre rear tyre treads getting low.
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes have slight play.
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer starting to perish.

  26. Pass62,646 miles (+10,958)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,646 miles
    Test number
    104817838301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFuel cap seal is slightly perishing

  27. Pass51,688 miles (+11)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    51,688 miles
    Test number
    762726147365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to o/s/f bumper and trims
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp cracked

  28. Fail51,677 miles (+11,792)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,677 miles
    Test number
    680895647377
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to o/s/f bumper and trims
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp cracked

  29. Pass39,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    39,885 miles
    Test number
    440347926432
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB53 APF

Does LB53 APF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 APF is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 APF?
The MOT on LB53 APF is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 APF done?
LB53 APF was recorded at 167,326 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 6,733 miles a year.
Has LB53 APF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 APF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 APF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 APF find?
LB53 APF passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides.

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