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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB53 CWZMOT history

LB53 CWZ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 180,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2023
Mileage
180,317 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CWZ was last recorded at 180,317 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 6,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,257 miles · 13 Dec 2019
Between the last two tests
6,060 miles
Average per year
9,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 180,317 miles
  • 2019 – 174,257 miles
  • 2018 – 166,520 miles
  • 2017 – 158,549 miles
  • 2016 – 151,850 miles
  • 2015 – 143,479 miles
  • 2014 – 136,040 miles
  • 2013 – 127,425 miles
  • 2012 – 116,702 miles
  • 2011 – 106,056 miles
  • 2010 – 93,507 miles
  • 2009 – 82,570 miles
  • 2008 – 70,624 miles
  • 2007 – 55,732 miles
  • 2006 – 41,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,317 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,317 miles (+6,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    180,317 miles
    Test number
    226984311336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass174,257 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    174,257 miles
    Test number
    861128664266
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail174,257 miles (+7,737)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,257 miles
    Test number
    422726241668
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,520 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    166,520 miles
    Test number
    145376402941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    158,549 miles
    Test number
    618465708186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail158,549 miles (+6,699)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,549 miles
    Test number
    730530543190
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  7. Pass151,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    151,850 miles
    Test number
    928862254547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,850 miles (+8,371)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,850 miles
    Test number
    419067320174
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass143,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    143,479 miles
    Test number
    523200730110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,479 miles (+7,439)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,479 miles
    Test number
    328711349949
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  11. Pass136,040 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    136,040 miles
    Test number
    576576744342
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail136,039 miles (+8,614)4 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,039 miles
    Test number
    527744144378
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass127,425 miles (+10,723)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    127,425 miles
    Test number
    159471153394
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSmall cut in offside front outer sidewall no cords showing at time of test

  14. Pass116,702 miles (+10,646)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    116,702 miles
    Test number
    505223552364
    • NoteEmisions to clean tos test
    • NoteO/s/r side lights dim

  15. Pass106,056 miles (+12,549)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    106,056 miles
    Test number
    199018241360
    • NoteBacking on n/plates starting to pill away from plate
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes starting to rust
    • NoteCan not check outer door sills trims fitted
    • NoteO/s/r indictor bulb starting to loose colour

  16. Pass93,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    93,507 miles
    Test number
    353034550329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,507 miles (+10,937)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,507 miles
    Test number
    280134650335
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn low

  18. Pass82,570 miles (+11,946)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    541581559366
    • NoteBacking on both n/plates starting to come away from plates
    • NoteCan not check outer door seals trims fitted over seals

  19. Pass70,624 miles (+14,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,624 miles
    Test number
    703424368366
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  20. Pass55,732 miles (+14,016)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    55,732 miles
    Test number
    932192757328
    • NoteSlight tyre wear on n/s/r
    • NoteSmall stone chip o/s/f screen less than 10mm
    • NoteStrong advice front brake pads wearing low

  21. Pass41,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    41,716 miles
    Test number
    110944756339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CWZ

Does LB53 CWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 CWZ expired on 27 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CWZ?
The MOT on LB53 CWZ expired on 27 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 CWZ done?
LB53 CWZ was recorded at 180,317 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 9,174 miles a year.
Has LB53 CWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CWZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LB53 CWZ 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 LB53 CWZ find?
LB53 CWZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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