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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB53 CYCMOT history

LB53 CYC is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
72,080 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CYC was last recorded at 72,080 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,809 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,271 miles
Average per year
2,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,080 miles
  • 2025 – 64,809 miles
  • 2024 – 58,095 miles
  • 2023 – 58,079 miles
  • 2022 – 57,659 miles
  • 2021 – 56,876 miles
  • 2020 – 56,047 miles
  • 2019 – 55,280 miles
  • 2018 – 53,082 miles
  • 2017 – 50,842 miles
  • 2016 – 48,955 miles
  • 2015 – 46,266 miles
  • 2014 – 43,487 miles
  • 2013 – 40,914 miles
  • 2012 – 38,175 miles
  • 2011 – 34,770 miles
  • 2010 – 30,794 miles
  • 2009 – 27,347 miles
  • 2008 – 23,804 miles
  • 2007 – 19,717 miles
  • 2006 – 16,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,080 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,080 miles (+7,271)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    72,080 miles
    Test number
    268184622795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,809 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    64,809 miles
    Test number
    631708880032
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail64,802 miles (+6,707)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,802 miles
    Test number
    633411934459
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass58,095 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    58,095 miles
    Test number
    419379713686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail58,079 miles (+420)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,079 miles
    Test number
    503308091889
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass57,659 miles (+783)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    57,659 miles
    Test number
    356939542381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Pass56,876 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    514579965007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,047 miles (+767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    56,047 miles
    Test number
    531606194102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass55,280 miles (+2,198)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,280 miles
    Test number
    792959644353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,082 miles (+2,240)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,082 miles
    Test number
    751923230363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,842 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,842 miles
    Test number
    265819691368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,955 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    48,955 miles
    Test number
    157093705298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,266 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,266 miles
    Test number
    516391196667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,487 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,487 miles
    Test number
    245117234393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,914 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    40,914 miles
    Test number
    366678443397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,175 miles (+3,405)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,175 miles
    Test number
    217016742365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,770 miles (+3,976)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,770 miles
    Test number
    839957531318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,794 miles (+3,447)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,794 miles
    Test number
    234206720303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,347 miles (+3,543)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,347 miles
    Test number
    123012839306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,804 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,804 miles
    Test number
    111946248349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,717 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,717 miles
    Test number
    591001747303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,502 miles
    Test number
    351435446319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CYC

Does LB53 CYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CYC is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CYC?
The MOT on LB53 CYC is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CYC done?
LB53 CYC was recorded at 72,080 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 2,826 miles a year.
Has LB53 CYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CYC has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 CYC 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 CYC find?
LB53 CYC passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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