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BMW 5 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB53 HWEMOT history

LB53 HWE is a black petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 7 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 130,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2023
Mileage
130,479 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2022
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 HWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 HWE was last recorded at 130,479 miles on 15 Nov 2022, 5,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,542 miles · 7 Jan 2020
Between the last two tests
5,937 miles
Average per year
5,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,479 miles
  • 2020 – 124,542 miles
  • 2019 – 116,432 miles
  • 2018 – 106,182 miles
  • 2017 – 94,573 miles
  • 2015 – 85,428 miles
  • 2013 – 78,181 miles
  • 2012 – 73,750 miles
  • 2011 – 68,589 miles
  • 2010 – 65,128 miles
  • 2009 – 60,073 miles
  • 2008 – 53,386 miles
  • 2007 – 47,737 miles
  • 2006 – 38,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,479 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,479 miles (+5,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,479 miles
    Test number
    718500776678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass124,542 miles (+8,110)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,542 miles
    Test number
    490564141789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,432 miles (+10,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,432 miles
    Test number
    742281421632
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,182 miles (+11,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    106,182 miles
    Test number
    911013883712
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass94,573 miles (+9,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,573 miles
    Test number
    312752831594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass85,428 miles (+3,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,428 miles
    Test number
    200233909734
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass81,983 miles (+3,802)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,983 miles
    Test number
    716225605039
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass78,181 miles (+4,431)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    78,181 miles
    Test number
    328839723366
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass73,750 miles (+5,161)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,750 miles
    Test number
    895923632320
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass68,589 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,589 miles
    Test number
    448836721351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,128 miles (+5,055)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,128 miles
    Test number
    732258340301
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  12. Pass60,073 miles (+6,687)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,073 miles
    Test number
    470500259387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,386 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    594557838394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass53,386 miles (+5,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    941347338347
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass47,737 miles (+9,271)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,737 miles
    Test number
    791122537375
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering control arm, felt through steering wheel

  16. Pass38,466 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,466 miles
    Test number
    414235956382
    • NoteBoth front tyre's are wearing uneven on the inside of tyre's.

Questions about LB53 HWE

Does LB53 HWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 HWE expired on 14 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 HWE?
The MOT on LB53 HWE expired on 14 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 HWE done?
LB53 HWE was recorded at 130,479 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2022, an average of 5,786 miles a year.
Has LB53 HWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 HWE has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2008.
Has the mileage on LB53 HWE 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 HWE find?
LB53 HWE passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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