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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LD53 KDXMOT history

LD53 KDX is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

LD53 KDX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,563 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KDX was last recorded at 91,563 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 7,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,832 miles · 21 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,731 miles
Average per year
4,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,563 miles
  • 2024 – 83,832 miles
  • 2023 – 80,795 miles
  • 2021 – 77,994 miles
  • 2020 – 71,129 miles
  • 2019 – 64,030 miles
  • 2018 – 54,937 miles
  • 2017 – 50,230 miles
  • 2016 – 46,558 miles
  • 2015 – 41,337 miles
  • 2014 – 35,179 miles
  • 2013 – 32,005 miles
  • 2012 – 29,315 miles
  • 2011 – 26,479 miles
  • 2010 – 22,854 miles
  • 2009 – 19,379 miles
  • 2007 – 14,104 miles
  • 2006 – 9,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,563 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,563 miles (+7,731)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,563 miles
    Test number
    793495387458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,832 miles (+3,037)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,832 miles
    Test number
    247855465855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,795 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    80,795 miles
    Test number
    511908667739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,994 miles (+6,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,994 miles
    Test number
    459354862811
    • AdvisorySlight play front lower ball joints
  5. Pass71,129 miles (+7,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,129 miles
    Test number
    782672537050
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front lower arms
  6. Pass64,030 miles (+9,093)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,030 miles
    Test number
    822817332064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,937 miles
    Test number
    454156327090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering arm
  8. Fail54,934 miles (+4,704)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    506040209903
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass50,230 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    50,230 miles
    Test number
    684878446487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail50,228 miles (+3,670)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,228 miles
    Test number
    789550148540
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass46,558 miles (+5,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    46,558 miles
    Test number
    135481689278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass41,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,337 miles
    Test number
    918674698183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,337 miles (+6,158)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,337 miles
    Test number
    669558165988
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  14. Pass35,179 miles (+3,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,179 miles
    Test number
    837852334232
    • NoteNearside front wiper split, but still clearing screen
  15. Pass32,005 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,005 miles
    Test number
    986346533232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,315 miles (+2,836)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,315 miles
    Test number
    976286332268
    • NoteAll four tyres showing cracks
  17. Pass26,479 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,479 miles
    Test number
    727829731280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,854 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    22,854 miles
    Test number
    630340730280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,379 miles
    Test number
    161259239239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,379 miles (+5,275)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,379 miles
    Test number
    324209339223
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  21. Fail14,104 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,104 miles
    Test number
    121646657244
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  22. Pass14,104 miles (+4,363)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    14,104 miles
    Test number
    772956857240
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  23. Pass9,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,741 miles
    Test number
    391785456213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KDX

Does LD53 KDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KDX is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KDX?
The MOT on LD53 KDX is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KDX done?
LD53 KDX was recorded at 91,563 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 4,215 miles a year.
Has LD53 KDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KDX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LD53 KDX 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 KDX find?
LD53 KDX passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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