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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB53 MWZMOT history

LB53 MWZ is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 24 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,048 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MWZ was last recorded at 126,048 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,046 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,048 miles
  • 2025 – 126,046 miles
  • 2024 – 118,836 miles
  • 2023 – 110,974 miles
  • 2022 – 104,910 miles
  • 2021 – 95,467 miles
  • 2020 – 93,557 miles
  • 2019 – 92,233 miles
  • 2018 – 90,146 miles
  • 2017 – 86,810 miles
  • 2016 – 83,237 miles
  • 2015 – 82,684 miles
  • 2013 – 81,124 miles
  • 2012 – 75,199 miles
  • 2011 – 64,478 miles
  • 2010 – 52,312 miles
  • 2009 – 40,901 miles
  • 2008 – 37,766 miles
  • 2007 – 31,909 miles
  • 2006 – 28,327 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,048 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,048 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,048 miles
    Test number
    357661040123
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,046 miles (+7,210)4 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,046 miles
    Test number
    495503351229
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,836 miles (+7,862)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,836 miles
    Test number
    691739464205
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass110,974 miles (+6,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,974 miles
    Test number
    839459603209
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre pipe to offside rear join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,910 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    104,910 miles
    Test number
    391699721081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail104,907 miles (+9,440)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,907 miles
    Test number
    457739309234
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass95,467 miles (+1,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,467 miles
    Test number
    109443248515
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass93,557 miles (+1,324)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,557 miles
    Test number
    130434223211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated ((both)) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ((rear bush)) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded ((both)) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing ((both))corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass92,233 miles (+2,087)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,233 miles
    Test number
    689175333908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal worn

  10. Pass90,146 miles (+3,336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,146 miles
    Test number
    912930711418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass86,810 miles (+3,573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,810 miles
    Test number
    583161919793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass83,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    497624657905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,237 miles (+553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    179880021707
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded nsr to flex. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded osr to flex (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass82,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,684 miles
    Test number
    709060265197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,684 miles (+1,560)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,684 miles
    Test number
    989280165169
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass81,124 miles (+5,925)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    239344173217
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer in poor condition but still sealing

  17. Pass75,199 miles (+10,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,199 miles
    Test number
    975279572205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    64,478 miles
    Test number
    176517771220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail64,478 miles (+12,166)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,478 miles
    Test number
    927207771244
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass52,312 miles (+11,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,312 miles
    Test number
    960323670211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass40,901 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,901 miles
    Test number
    700158469295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,766 miles (+5,857)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,766 miles
    Test number
    513740188221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,909 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,909 miles
    Test number
    924839527238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,327 miles
    Test number
    951004556355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MWZ

Does LB53 MWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MWZ is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MWZ?
The MOT on LB53 MWZ is valid until 1 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 MWZ done?
LB53 MWZ was recorded at 126,048 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 5,133 miles a year.
Has LB53 MWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MWZ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 MWZ 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 MWZ find?
LB53 MWZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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