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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LB53 MXCMOT history

LB53 MXC is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 22 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
132,378 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MXC was last recorded at 132,378 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 3,636 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,742 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,636 miles
Average per year
5,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,378 miles
  • 2025 – 128,742 miles
  • 2024 – 124,953 miles
  • 2023 – 124,787 miles
  • 2018 – 123,848 miles
  • 2017 – 119,167 miles
  • 2016 – 114,864 miles
  • 2015 – 111,393 miles
  • 2014 – 104,321 miles
  • 2013 – 98,048 miles
  • 2012 – 97,466 miles
  • 2010 – 85,123 miles
  • 2009 – 69,467 miles
  • 2008 – 56,045 miles
  • 2007 – 45,230 miles
  • 2006 – 27,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,378 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,378 miles (+3,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    132,378 miles
    Test number
    294773126577
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass128,742 miles (+3,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    128,742 miles
    Test number
    974715606081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,953 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,953 miles
    Test number
    111716373299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,787 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    124,787 miles
    Test number
    474260951105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,848 miles (+4,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    123,848 miles
    Test number
    136643571097
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased

  6. Pass119,167 miles (+4,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,167 miles
    Test number
    654975376060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass114,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,864 miles
    Test number
    130763900278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,864 miles (+3,471)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,864 miles
    Test number
    953426236541
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  9. Pass111,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    278929665019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,393 miles (+7,072)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,393 miles
    Test number
    285172965038
    • FailureFront Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass104,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    104,321 miles
    Test number
    837449044094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail104,321 miles (+6,273)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,321 miles
    Test number
    865498544032
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass98,048 miles (+582)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,048 miles
    Test number
    616524973016
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass97,466 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    478498622327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    306421812032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,212 miles (+7,089)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    919691812006
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass85,123 miles (+15,656)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    161035330314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,467 miles (+13,422)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,467 miles
    Test number
    142978029383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,045 miles (+10,815)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,045 miles
    Test number
    374334228370
    • NoteSee checklist 25473

  20. Pass45,230 miles (+18,151)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    45,230 miles
    Test number
    233915357330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,079 miles
    Test number
    811262646318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MXC

Does LB53 MXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MXC is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MXC?
The MOT on LB53 MXC is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 MXC done?
LB53 MXC was recorded at 132,378 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 5,468 miles a year.
Has LB53 MXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MXC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on LB53 MXC 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 MXC find?
LB53 MXC passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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