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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LD53 FHEMOT history

LD53 FHE is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LD53 FHE silver 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 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
147,924 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FHE was last recorded at 147,924 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,924 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,924 miles
  • 2025 – 144,123 miles
  • 2023 – 140,778 miles
  • 2022 – 130,362 miles
  • 2020 – 126,362 miles
  • 2019 – 120,201 miles
  • 2018 – 114,507 miles
  • 2017 – 111,960 miles
  • 2016 – 96,914 miles
  • 2015 – 88,660 miles
  • 2014 – 84,656 miles
  • 2013 – 70,345 miles
  • 2011 – 63,277 miles
  • 2010 – 57,442 miles
  • 2009 – 54,381 miles
  • 2008 – 49,603 miles
  • 2007 – 44,838 miles
  • 2006 – 34,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,924 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX JOINT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,924 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    147,924 miles
    Test number
    167019873147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,924 miles (+3,801)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,924 miles
    Test number
    419916993261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed rear tail box disconnected clamps missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,123 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    144,123 miles
    Test number
    281330468256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS LIGHT IS ON

  4. Fail144,122 miles (+3,344)3 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,122 miles
    Test number
    725432045084
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator WARNING LIGHT IS ON (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS LIGHT IS ON

  5. Pass140,778 miles (+4,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    140,778 miles
    Test number
    211883083934
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass136,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    136,494 miles
    Test number
    257944260849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,494 miles (+6,132)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,494 miles
    Test number
    360483006952
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass130,362 miles (+4,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    130,362 miles
    Test number
    726593411167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass126,362 miles (+6,161)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,362 miles
    Test number
    589071599908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,201 miles (+5,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,201 miles
    Test number
    533458995612
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust clamp split
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass114,507 miles (+2,547)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    114,507 miles
    Test number
    590668631284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,960 miles (+15,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,960 miles
    Test number
    996369430717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass96,914 miles (+292)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,914 miles
    Test number
    791427592666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,622 miles (+7,962)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,622 miles
    Test number
    523692477209
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass88,660 miles (+4,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,660 miles
    Test number
    768346225083
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass84,656 miles (+14,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    999250734055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass70,345 miles (+7,068)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,345 miles
    Test number
    875042623081
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass63,277 miles (+5,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,277 miles
    Test number
    396775281257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass57,442 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,442 miles
    Test number
    602807160222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,381 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,381 miles
    Test number
    473875789271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,603 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    474016458294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,838 miles (+10,271)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,838 miles
    Test number
    333455587447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,567 miles
    Test number
    290944086220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,567 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,567 miles
    Test number
    694983386208
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LD53 FHE

Does LD53 FHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 FHE is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FHE?
The MOT on LD53 FHE is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 FHE done?
LD53 FHE was recorded at 147,924 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,840 miles a year.
Has LD53 FHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FHE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 FHE 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 FHE find?
LD53 FHE passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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