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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB53 RZXMOT history

LB53 RZX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2022
Mileage
111,755 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RZX was last recorded at 111,755 miles on 22 Nov 2021, 5,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,971 miles · 1 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
5,784 miles
Average per year
6,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 111,755 miles
  • 2020 – 105,971 miles
  • 2019 – 98,871 miles
  • 2018 – 96,151 miles
  • 2017 – 90,629 miles
  • 2016 – 85,185 miles
  • 2015 – 80,456 miles
  • 2014 – 74,742 miles
  • 2013 – 69,071 miles
  • 2012 – 62,472 miles
  • 2011 – 55,681 miles
  • 2010 – 52,114 miles
  • 2009 – 43,658 miles
  • 2008 – 34,984 miles
  • 2007 – 24,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,755 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,755 miles (+5,784)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,755 miles
    Test number
    712975100499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  2. Pass105,971 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,971 miles
    Test number
    684564663143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail105,968 miles (+7,097)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,968 miles
    Test number
    240049290387
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass98,871 miles (+2,720)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,871 miles
    Test number
    138950458421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,151 miles (+5,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,151 miles
    Test number
    746421044170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass90,629 miles (+5,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    90,629 miles
    Test number
    497016537080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Pass85,185 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,185 miles
    Test number
    363435292292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,456 miles (+5,714)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,456 miles
    Test number
    616472366894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,742 miles (+5,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    74,742 miles
    Test number
    575072404323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  10. Pass69,071 miles (+6,599)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,071 miles
    Test number
    786385613340
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  11. Pass62,472 miles (+6,791)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,472 miles
    Test number
    605686422322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass55,681 miles (+3,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,681 miles
    Test number
    646083531358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  13. Pass52,114 miles (+8,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,114 miles
    Test number
    312014770168
    • 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)
  14. Pass43,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,658 miles
    Test number
    493684169112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,658 miles (+8,674)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,658 miles
    Test number
    823734469109
    • FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass34,984 miles (+3)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,984 miles
    Test number
    684315168167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTwo small cuts to side wall of nearside front tyre.
  17. Fail34,981 miles (+10,750)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,981 miles
    Test number
    333963968158
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTwo small cuts to side wall of nearside front tyre.
  18. Pass24,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,231 miles
    Test number
    201935167169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RZX

Does LB53 RZX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RZX expired on 30 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RZX?
The MOT on LB53 RZX expired on 30 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RZX done?
LB53 RZX was recorded at 111,755 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2021, an average of 6,060 miles a year.
Has LB53 RZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RZX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LB53 RZX 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 RZX find?
LB53 RZX passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2021 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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