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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB53 RZUMOT history

LB53 RZU is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 225,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
225,703 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 RZU was last recorded at 225,703 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 7,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,299 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,404 miles
Average per year
9,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,703 miles
  • 2025 – 218,299 miles
  • 2024 – 209,644 miles
  • 2023 – 199,513 miles
  • 2022 – 191,929 miles
  • 2021 – 182,275 miles
  • 2020 – 172,618 miles
  • 2019 – 164,326 miles
  • 2018 – 155,035 miles
  • 2017 – 145,321 miles
  • 2016 – 140,580 miles
  • 2015 – 131,688 miles
  • 2014 – 119,330 miles
  • 2013 – 115,581 miles
  • 2012 – 103,398 miles
  • 2011 – 81,602 miles
  • 2010 – 65,862 miles
  • 2009 – 60,729 miles
  • 2008 – 54,705 miles
  • 2007 – 44,990 miles
  • 2006 – 33,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail225,703 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose on it's mounting.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch rubbing wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch rubbing wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35x18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail225,703 miles (+7,404)3 dangerous3 major2 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,703 miles
    Test number
    123796760041
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield loose on it's mounting.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch rubbing wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch rubbing wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass218,299 miles (+8,655)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    218,299 miles
    Test number
    357271190625
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass209,644 miles (+10,131)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    209,644 miles
    Test number
    287994157840
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed due to wear sensor wiring on lock (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass199,513 miles (+25)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    199,513 miles
    Test number
    167304808364
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail199,488 miles (+7,559)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,488 miles
    Test number
    699826347709
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass191,929 miles (+389)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    191,929 miles
    Test number
    546879576762
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc showing signs of excessive heat build up/brake pads deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail191,540 miles (+9,265)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,540 miles
    Test number
    732885051830
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35x18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc showing signs of excessive heat build up/brake pads deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass182,275 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    182,275 miles
    Test number
    729791776551
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail182,274 miles (+9,656)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,274 miles
    Test number
    792390158026
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass172,618 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,618 miles
    Test number
    486655199832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail172,616 miles (+8,290)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,616 miles
    Test number
    945713142657
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass164,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    164,326 miles
    Test number
    290723650314
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail164,326 miles (+9,291)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,326 miles
    Test number
    629155722076
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass155,035 miles (+9,714)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    155,035 miles
    Test number
    748847251422
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure underbonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass145,321 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    145,321 miles
    Test number
    754076391749
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edge and slightly perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRadiator damaged

  16. Fail145,320 miles (+4,740)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,320 miles
    Test number
    763752808842
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edge and slightly perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRadiator damaged

  17. Pass140,580 miles (+8,892)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    140,580 miles
    Test number
    129559413135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass131,688 miles (+12,358)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    131,688 miles
    Test number
    656441558190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,330 miles (+3,749)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    119,330 miles
    Test number
    606373784204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass115,581 miles (+12,183)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    115,581 miles
    Test number
    606825483262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,398 miles (+21,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,398 miles
    Test number
    468186782271
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass81,602 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    81,602 miles
    Test number
    439110001308
    • NotePlay front suspension bushes,o/s/r coilspring corroded

  23. Fail81,602 miles (+15,740)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,602 miles
    Test number
    767729191207
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay front suspension bushes,o/s/r coilspring corroded

  24. Pass65,862 miles (+5,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,862 miles
    Test number
    743181650278
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing thin

  25. Pass60,729 miles (+6,024)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,729 miles
    Test number
    872453679230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,705 miles (+9,715)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,705 miles
    Test number
    683417218358
    • NoteFront and rear pads wearing low
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low

  27. Pass44,990 miles (+11,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,990 miles
    Test number
    424624527367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass33,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,737 miles
    Test number
    212428426357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RZU

Does LB53 RZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RZU expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RZU?
The MOT on LB53 RZU expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RZU done?
LB53 RZU was recorded at 225,703 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 9,718 miles a year.
Has LB53 RZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RZU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 RZU 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 RZU find?
LB53 RZU failed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 2 defects repaired at the test, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability; offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and 19 more.

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