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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB53 MWGMOT history

LB53 MWG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2024
Mileage
132,239 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MWG was last recorded at 132,239 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 2,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,913 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,326 miles
Average per year
6,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,239 miles
  • 2021 – 129,913 miles
  • 2018 – 118,006 miles
  • 2017 – 113,219 miles
  • 2016 – 109,200 miles
  • 2015 – 103,941 miles
  • 2014 – 97,931 miles
  • 2013 – 93,171 miles
  • 2012 – 87,743 miles
  • 2011 – 83,356 miles
  • 2010 – 69,795 miles
  • 2009 – 51,575 miles
  • 2008 – 40,178 miles
  • 2007 – 35,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,239 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened slightly bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity slightly reduced

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.

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,239 miles (+2,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,239 miles
    Test number
    470960076849
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened slightly bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity slightly reduced

  2. Pass129,913 miles (+11,907)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    837443145621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,006 miles (+4,787)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    118,006 miles
    Test number
    946453387171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,219 miles
    Test number
    536359106730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,219 miles (+4,019)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,219 miles
    Test number
    354559517684
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edges 255/35/18 budget (4.1.D.1a)

  6. Pass109,200 miles (+5,259)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,200 miles
    Test number
    875128347667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,941 miles (+6,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,941 miles
    Test number
    175985850246
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are corroded
    • AdvisoryOs rear suspension arm is slightly out of shape but not seriously weakend

  8. Pass97,931 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,931 miles
    Test number
    346172004346
    • 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 Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOsf tyre in poor condition
    • NoteWheels corroded

  9. Fail97,931 miles (+4,760)2 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,931 miles
    Test number
    759102304382
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • 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 Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOsf tyre in poor condition
    • NoteWheels corroded

  10. Pass93,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,171 miles
    Test number
    325202213383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,171 miles (+5,428)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,171 miles
    Test number
    476026503319
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass87,743 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    87,743 miles
    Test number
    345007302338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,612 miles (+4,256)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    389921502357
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass83,356 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    83,356 miles
    Test number
    938635911359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil level low.
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn on inner edge.

  15. Fail83,356 miles (+13,561)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,356 miles
    Test number
    337815511330
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine oil level low.
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn on inner edge.

  16. Fail69,795 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,795 miles
    Test number
    370374110396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass69,795 miles (+18,220)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,795 miles
    Test number
    592204510398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass51,575 miles (+11,397)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,575 miles
    Test number
    410098679105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,178 miles (+4,544)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,178 miles
    Test number
    263558278158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,634 miles
    Test number
    260782797042
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB53 MWG

Does LB53 MWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 MWG expired on 11 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MWG?
The MOT on LB53 MWG expired on 11 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 MWG done?
LB53 MWG was recorded at 132,239 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 6,122 miles a year.
Has LB53 MWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MWG has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on LB53 MWG 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 MWG find?
LB53 MWG passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: offside rear lower suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened slightly bent; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; headlamp light intensity slightly reduced.

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