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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB53 UKWMOT history

LB53 UKW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 60,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
60,531 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UKW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UKW was last recorded at 60,531 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 3,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,984 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,547 miles
Average per year
2,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,531 miles
  • 2025 – 56,984 miles
  • 2024 – 51,357 miles
  • 2023 – 51,357 miles
  • 2022 – 50,390 miles
  • 2021 – 45,461 miles
  • 2019 – 44,746 miles
  • 2018 – 43,155 miles
  • 2017 – 41,641 miles
  • 2016 – 40,801 miles
  • 2015 – 38,750 miles
  • 2014 – 35,383 miles
  • 2013 – 32,489 miles
  • 2012 – 29,920 miles
  • 2011 – 26,823 miles
  • 2010 – 24,411 miles
  • 2009 – 21,760 miles
  • 2008 – 18,722 miles
  • 2007 – 16,349 miles
  • 2006 – 13,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,531 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,531 miles (+3,547)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    60,531 miles
    Test number
    606291918888
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass56,984 miles (+5,627)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    56,984 miles
    Test number
    437659097875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass51,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    51,357 miles
    Test number
    834278256137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail51,357 miles (+967)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,357 miles
    Test number
    649757924742
    • MajorCentral Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass50,390 miles (+4,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,390 miles
    Test number
    706515449823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass45,461 miles (+186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    45,461 miles
    Test number
    536807634536
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both side (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass45,275 miles (+529)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    45,275 miles
    Test number
    202886724018
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass44,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,746 miles
    Test number
    165553536256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Fail44,746 miles (+1,591)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,746 miles
    Test number
    944087464091
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass43,155 miles (+1,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,155 miles
    Test number
    729405257913
    • AdvisoryRear both side Shock Absorber casing corroded

  11. Pass41,641 miles (+840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,641 miles
    Test number
    949631660945
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)

  12. Pass40,801 miles (+2,051)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,801 miles
    Test number
    616602947739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body wing damaged.
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal deteriorated

  13. Pass38,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    38,750 miles
    Test number
    733445349057
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  14. Fail38,750 miles (+3,367)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,750 miles
    Test number
    511800177774
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing

  15. Pass35,383 miles (+2,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,383 miles
    Test number
    516309644316
    • NoteMiddle exhaust bracket deterioreted.

  16. Pass32,489 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    32,489 miles
    Test number
    397817053339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail32,489 miles (+2,569)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,489 miles
    Test number
    568007253372
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass29,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,920 miles
    Test number
    978632603068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,920 miles (+3,097)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,920 miles
    Test number
    746626462368
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,823 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    26,823 miles
    Test number
    429012261386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,411 miles
    Test number
    491234660304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,411 miles (+2,651)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,411 miles
    Test number
    262383960320
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass21,760 miles (+3,038)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,760 miles
    Test number
    450178359350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,722 miles (+2,373)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,722 miles
    Test number
    514195668342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,349 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,349 miles
    Test number
    172461467372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,273 miles
    Test number
    993591646336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UKW

Does LB53 UKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UKW is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UKW?
The MOT on LB53 UKW is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 UKW done?
LB53 UKW was recorded at 60,531 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 2,425 miles a year.
Has LB53 UKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UKW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 UKW 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 UKW find?
LB53 UKW passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front brake hose slightly damaged; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose, and 1 more.

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