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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LD53 FZGMOT history

LD53 FZG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2023.

LD53 FZG silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2024
Mileage
104,117 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FZG
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
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FZG was last recorded at 104,117 miles on 9 Sept 2023, 4,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,071 miles · 27 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
4,046 miles
Average per year
5,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,117 miles
  • 2022 – 100,071 miles
  • 2021 – 96,137 miles
  • 2019 – 89,272 miles
  • 2018 – 85,272 miles
  • 2017 – 66,570 miles
  • 2016 – 56,345 miles
  • 2015 – 52,606 miles
  • 2014 – 49,332 miles
  • 2013 – 46,196 miles
  • 2012 – 42,004 miles
  • 2011 – 37,333 miles
  • 2010 – 32,698 miles
  • 2009 – 28,857 miles
  • 2008 – 25,195 miles
  • 2007 – 21,702 miles
  • 2006 – 17,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,117 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,117 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    104,117 miles
    Test number
    155648942262
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail104,117 miles (+4,046)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,117 miles
    Test number
    629315031505
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass100,071 miles (+3,934)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,071 miles
    Test number
    628734072267
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,137 miles
    Test number
    621553141598
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail96,133 miles (+6,861)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,133 miles
    Test number
    590822918758
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass89,272 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,272 miles
    Test number
    295253767705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,266 miles (+3,994)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,266 miles
    Test number
    310259392501
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,272 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,272 miles
    Test number
    982606103124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,262 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,262 miles
    Test number
    794364290163
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail85,260 miles (+18,690)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,260 miles
    Test number
    904261187345
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

  11. Pass66,570 miles (+10,225)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    244596506537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,345 miles (+3,739)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,345 miles
    Test number
    457203318595
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside & offside front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryThe engine has a slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryThe engine has upper & lower covers fitted.

  13. Pass52,606 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,606 miles
    Test number
    719262441194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,332 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,332 miles
    Test number
    106150164253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,196 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,196 miles
    Test number
    195028843211
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass46,196 miles (+4,192)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,196 miles
    Test number
    378608743237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,004 miles (+4,671)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,004 miles
    Test number
    639587552299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,333 miles (+4,635)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,333 miles
    Test number
    196522471223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  19. Pass32,698 miles (+3,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,698 miles
    Test number
    412855760284
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

  20. Fail28,857 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,857 miles
    Test number
    351598059483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront pads look to be getting low

  21. Pass28,857 miles (+3,662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,857 miles
    Test number
    700388959229
    • NoteFront pads look to be getting low

  22. Pass25,195 miles (+3,493)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,195 miles
    Test number
    232291868216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,702 miles (+3,789)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,702 miles
    Test number
    271110667249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,913 miles
    Test number
    152111776247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 FZG

Does LD53 FZG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 FZG expired on 8 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FZG?
The MOT on LD53 FZG expired on 8 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 FZG done?
LD53 FZG was recorded at 104,117 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2023, an average of 5,087 miles a year.
Has LD53 FZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FZG has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 FZG 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 FZG find?
LD53 FZG passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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