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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

LB53 MXTMOT history

LB53 MXT is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
122,371 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 MXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 MXT was last recorded at 122,371 miles on 15 May 2026, 15,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
106,832 miles · 21 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
15,539 miles
Average per year
4,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,371 miles
  • 2023 – 106,832 miles
  • 2022 – 106,440 miles
  • 2021 – 105,523 miles
  • 2020 – 104,119 miles
  • 2019 – 103,677 miles
  • 2018 – 100,920 miles
  • 2017 – 94,904 miles
  • 2016 – 89,795 miles
  • 2015 – 84,347 miles
  • 2014 – 79,728 miles
  • 2013 – 74,157 miles
  • 2012 – 69,091 miles
  • 2011 – 67,446 miles
  • 2010 – 63,445 miles
  • 2009 – 55,723 miles
  • 2008 – 47,482 miles
  • 2007 – 38,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,371 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,371 miles (+15,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,371 miles
    Test number
    193128381668
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass106,832 miles (+392)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,832 miles
    Test number
    973717785008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,440 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,440 miles
    Test number
    196086445452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,523 miles (+1,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,523 miles
    Test number
    707430820795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass104,119 miles (+442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,119 miles
    Test number
    161754852454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  6. Pass103,677 miles (+2,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    103,677 miles
    Test number
    149040119346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  7. Pass100,920 miles (+6,016)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,920 miles
    Test number
    676192168840
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass94,904 miles (+5,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,904 miles
    Test number
    473631602316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass89,795 miles (+5,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    89,795 miles
    Test number
    347840039291
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass84,347 miles (+4,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,347 miles
    Test number
    367640215235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass79,728 miles (+5,571)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    738137214262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,157 miles
    Test number
    728967323205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,157 miles (+5,066)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,157 miles
    Test number
    286377523243
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass69,091 miles (+1,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    69,091 miles
    Test number
    179378122277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass67,446 miles (+4,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,446 miles
    Test number
    296577811275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass63,445 miles (+7,722)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,445 miles
    Test number
    751856710295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,723 miles (+8,241)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,723 miles
    Test number
    254161239276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,482 miles (+8,900)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,482 miles
    Test number
    163716228224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,582 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,582 miles
    Test number
    684153937295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,431 miles
    Test number
    323381947011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 MXT

Does LB53 MXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 MXT is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 MXT?
The MOT on LB53 MXT is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 MXT done?
LB53 MXT was recorded at 122,371 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 4,463 miles a year.
Has LB53 MXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 MXT has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on LB53 MXT 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 MXT find?
LB53 MXT passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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