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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LD53 FGKMOT history

LD53 FGK is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 163,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

LD53 FGK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
163,177 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FGK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FGK was last recorded at 163,177 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 5,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,859 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,318 miles
Average per year
6,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,177 miles
  • 2024 – 157,859 miles
  • 2023 – 151,760 miles
  • 2022 – 144,875 miles
  • 2021 – 139,055 miles
  • 2020 – 135,964 miles
  • 2017 – 128,473 miles
  • 2016 – 110,307 miles
  • 2015 – 95,630 miles
  • 2014 – 92,744 miles
  • 2013 – 87,526 miles
  • 2012 – 70,654 miles
  • 2011 – 63,095 miles
  • 2009 – 55,656 miles
  • 2008 – 48,623 miles
  • 2007 – 47,217 miles
  • 2006 – 37,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,177 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,177 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,177 miles
    Test number
    552598251006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,859 miles (+6,099)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    157,859 miles
    Test number
    935283730783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass151,760 miles (+6,885)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    151,760 miles
    Test number
    854155834351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,875 miles (+5,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,875 miles
    Test number
    512406324711
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass139,055 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,055 miles
    Test number
    531984049315
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

  6. Fail139,029 miles (+3,065)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,029 miles
    Test number
    977099839898
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All over (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Surface corrosion under vehicle ( including suspension components)

  7. Pass135,964 miles (+7,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,964 miles
    Test number
    787412091911
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass128,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,473 miles
    Test number
    677877878171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail128,473 miles (+18,166)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,473 miles
    Test number
    849619054389
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass110,307 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    110,307 miles
    Test number
    128568535157
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

  11. Fail110,307 miles (+14,677)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,307 miles
    Test number
    673546371637
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

  12. Pass95,630 miles (+2,886)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,630 miles
    Test number
    808915435010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes slightly grabbing on handbrake
    • NoteFront disc's slightly lipped
    • NoteFront pads getting low
    • NoteHandbrake lever high

  13. Pass92,744 miles (+5,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,744 miles
    Test number
    827705344055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass87,526 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,526 miles
    Test number
    537891723045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust coupling has snapped but not blowing
    • NoteStability control droplink on the osf lower arm has snapped off

  15. Fail87,526 miles (+16,872)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,526 miles
    Test number
    108558513004
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust coupling has snapped but not blowing
    • NoteStability control droplink on the osf lower arm has snapped off

  16. Fail70,654 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,654 miles
    Test number
    177471822410
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass70,654 miles (+7,559)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,654 miles
    Test number
    196291022482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,095 miles (+7,439)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,095 miles
    Test number
    195157401007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,656 miles (+3,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    301526559338
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass51,878 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    823261329059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,623 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,623 miles
    Test number
    582288718007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,217 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,217 miles
    Test number
    344694787453
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp lens damaged

  23. Fail47,217 miles (+9,631)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,217 miles
    Test number
    602264987295
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp lens damaged

  24. Pass37,586 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,586 miles
    Test number
    384103486463
    • NoteRear axle leak

Questions about LD53 FGK

Does LD53 FGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 FGK is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FGK?
The MOT on LD53 FGK is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 FGK done?
LD53 FGK was recorded at 163,177 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 6,589 miles a year.
Has LD53 FGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FGK has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 FGK 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 LD53 FGK find?
LD53 FGK passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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