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BMW 545

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,398 cc

LD53 KGAMOT history

LD53 KGA is a blue petrol BMW 545 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2026.

LD53 KGA blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2027
Mileage
132,866 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KGA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
545
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KGA was last recorded at 132,866 miles on 29 Oct 2026, 3,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,430 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3,436 miles
Average per year
5,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,866 miles
  • 2025 – 129,430 miles
  • 2024 – 126,509 miles
  • 2023 – 122,684 miles
  • 2022 – 119,274 miles
  • 2021 – 116,079 miles
  • 2020 – 112,688 miles
  • 2019 – 107,962 miles
  • 2018 – 103,563 miles
  • 2017 – 101,326 miles
  • 2016 – 99,326 miles
  • 2015 – 90,368 miles
  • 2014 – 84,987 miles
  • 2013 – 79,179 miles
  • 2012 – 76,313 miles
  • 2011 – 72,900 miles
  • 2010 – 67,852 miles
  • 2008 – 61,637 miles
  • 2007 – 51,474 miles
  • 2006 – 25,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,866 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Headlamp aim not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,866 miles (+3,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    132,866 miles
    Test number
    499241991394
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,430 miles (+163)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,430 miles
    Test number
    749169335773
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail129,267 miles (+2,758)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,267 miles
    Test number
    814920752549
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust modified
    • AdvisoryUnder shield has bolt missing

  4. Pass126,509 miles (+3,825)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,509 miles
    Test number
    312963866512
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

  5. Pass122,684 miles (+3,410)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,684 miles
    Test number
    677058592645
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,274 miles (+3,195)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,274 miles
    Test number
    100208709522
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass116,079 miles (+3,391)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    116,079 miles
    Test number
    441020463673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,688 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,688 miles
    Test number
    547975498398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,962 miles (+4,399)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,962 miles
    Test number
    772986156722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,563 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    103,563 miles
    Test number
    220495549657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,548 miles (+276)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,548 miles
    Test number
    296555575638
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  12. Fail103,272 miles (+1,946)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,272 miles
    Test number
    893320131907
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass101,326 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,326 miles
    Test number
    619453216366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,326 miles (+8,958)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,326 miles
    Test number
    465849409533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,368 miles (+5,381)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,368 miles
    Test number
    416688305117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,987 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,987 miles
    Test number
    698248484146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,815 miles (+5,636)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,815 miles
    Test number
    888963644000
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,179 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    166980453046
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on inner edge (raised tread)
    • NoteFuel low level light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to legal limit within centre 3/4 part of tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner side centre 3/4

  19. Fail79,179 miles (+2,866)2 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    828200753014
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on inner edge (raised tread)
    • NoteFuel low level light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to legal limit within centre 3/4 part of tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner side centre 3/4

  20. Pass76,313 miles (+3,413)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,313 miles
    Test number
    236600362057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread low and wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect rear coil springs due to layout (tops covered)

  21. Pass72,900 miles (+5,048)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,900 miles
    Test number
    598240521082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,852 miles (+6,215)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,852 miles
    Test number
    864824000033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,637 miles (+10,163)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    61,637 miles
    Test number
    633541738370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    51,474 miles
    Test number
    833302607356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,474 miles (+26,135)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,474 miles
    Test number
    461702207407
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass25,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,339 miles
    Test number
    133310126332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KGA

Does LD53 KGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KGA is valid until 11 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KGA?
The MOT on LD53 KGA is valid until 11 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KGA done?
LD53 KGA was recorded at 132,866 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2026, an average of 5,390 miles a year.
Has LD53 KGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KGA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 KGA 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 KGA find?
LD53 KGA passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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