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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB53 MFYMOT history

LB53 MFY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 69,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
69,466 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MFY was last recorded at 69,466 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,459 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,466 miles
  • 2024 – 65,856 miles
  • 2023 – 62,685 miles
  • 2022 – 60,372 miles
  • 2021 – 58,007 miles
  • 2019 – 51,477 miles
  • 2018 – 48,088 miles
  • 2017 – 46,538 miles
  • 2016 – 45,163 miles
  • 2015 – 43,531 miles
  • 2014 – 40,807 miles
  • 2013 – 38,567 miles
  • 2012 – 34,963 miles
  • 2011 – 32,603 miles
  • 2010 – 29,061 miles
  • 2009 – 23,615 miles
  • 2007 – 19,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,466 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,466 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    69,466 miles
    Test number
    886554653923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail69,459 miles (+1,540)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,459 miles
    Test number
    764121504833
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass67,919 miles (+2,063)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,919 miles
    Test number
    570927272427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass65,856 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    65,856 miles
    Test number
    100031871902
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail65,839 miles (+3,154)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    912403165757
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,685 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    805931211611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail62,678 miles (+2,306)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    433428875309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass60,372 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    909123213523
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail60,372 miles (+2,365)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    772030271548
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass58,007 miles (+6,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,007 miles
    Test number
    595709981861
    • AdvisoryDifferential bushes weak.

  11. Pass51,477 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,477 miles
    Test number
    683523273429
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail51,474 miles (+3,386)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,474 miles
    Test number
    938342701779
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass48,088 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,088 miles
    Test number
    894912615546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,538 miles (+1,375)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,538 miles
    Test number
    181201412716
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has cuts NOT showing ply or cords.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has cuts NOT showing ply or cords.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cuts NOT showing ply or cords.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has cuts NOT showing ply or cords.

  15. Pass45,163 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,163 miles
    Test number
    279396954512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail45,163 miles (+1,632)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,163 miles
    Test number
    411834260188
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass43,531 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,531 miles
    Test number
    857383035107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,807 miles (+2,240)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,807 miles
    Test number
    916526734182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,567 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    355425533117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,493 miles (+3)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,493 miles
    Test number
    259378723462
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust system has a bracket deteriorated

  21. Fail38,490 miles (+3,527)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,490 miles
    Test number
    985677623126
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass34,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    647946322111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,963 miles (+2,360)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,963 miles
    Test number
    675646322175
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass32,603 miles (+3,542)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,603 miles
    Test number
    906487321174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,061 miles (+5,446)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,061 miles
    Test number
    201041520452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,615 miles
    Test number
    721554729185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail23,615 miles (+4,161)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,615 miles
    Test number
    193534829187
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  28. Pass19,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,454 miles
    Test number
    254968937328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MFY

Does LB53 MFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MFY is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MFY?
The MOT on LB53 MFY is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 MFY done?
LB53 MFY was recorded at 69,466 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 2,773 miles a year.
Has LB53 MFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MFY has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 MFY 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 MFY find?
LB53 MFY passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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