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BMW 735

Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 3,600 cc

LB53 UKOMOT history

LB53 UKO is a beige petrol BMW 735 first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 83,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2025
Mileage
83,121 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UKO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
735
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UKO was last recorded at 83,121 miles on 19 Feb 2024, 3,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,567 miles · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,554 miles
Average per year
3,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,121 miles
  • 2023 – 79,567 miles
  • 2022 – 78,902 miles
  • 2021 – 78,877 miles
  • 2019 – 74,025 miles
  • 2018 – 69,232 miles
  • 2017 – 65,059 miles
  • 2016 – 59,769 miles
  • 2015 – 56,561 miles
  • 2014 – 50,760 miles
  • 2013 – 45,747 miles
  • 2012 – 42,355 miles
  • 2011 – 35,617 miles
  • 2010 – 30,563 miles
  • 2009 – 24,608 miles
  • 2008 – 22,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,121 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,121 miles (+3,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,121 miles
    Test number
    552585589833
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass79,567 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,567 miles
    Test number
    453961100588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  3. Fail79,556 miles (+654)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,556 miles
    Test number
    722025572039
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  4. Pass78,902 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,902 miles
    Test number
    934925093981
    • AdvisoryMovement visible in n/s + o/s steering rack ends[drum sticks] not yet excessive

  5. Fail78,877 miles (+4,852)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    135533596259
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  6. Pass74,025 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,025 miles
    Test number
    942438497927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,232 miles (+4,173)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,232 miles
    Test number
    945497823713
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and damaged on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive just acceptable (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres badly cracking

  8. Pass65,059 miles (+5,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,059 miles
    Test number
    709319428447
    • 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)

  9. Pass59,769 miles (+3,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,769 miles
    Test number
    944258388252
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing signs of cracking and close to limits

  10. Pass56,561 miles (+5,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,561 miles
    Test number
    584889443122
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres has perishing to tread and outer side walls
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryN/side front tyre has slight damage to outer side wall.
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  11. Pass50,760 miles (+5,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,760 miles
    Test number
    585848434357
    • NoteOil leak on engine and gear box

  12. Pass45,747 miles (+3,392)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,747 miles
    Test number
    835106023345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,355 miles (+6,738)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,355 miles
    Test number
    525645122301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,617 miles (+5,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,617 miles
    Test number
    179800431315
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass30,563 miles (+5,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,563 miles
    Test number
    670934520330
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass24,608 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,608 miles
    Test number
    301450439386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,987 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,987 miles
    Test number
    450698158440
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass22,987 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,987 miles
    Test number
    794468458306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,548 miles
    Test number
    333774108073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UKO

Does LB53 UKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 UKO expired on 18 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UKO?
The MOT on LB53 UKO expired on 18 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 UKO done?
LB53 UKO was recorded at 83,121 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2024, an average of 3,880 miles a year.
Has LB53 UKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UKO has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 UKO 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 UKO find?
LB53 UKO passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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