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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LD53 KNOMOT history

LD53 KNO is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 44,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LD53 KNO grey 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 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
44,336 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KNO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KNO was last recorded at 44,336 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,280 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
1,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,336 miles
  • 2024 – 40,608 miles
  • 2023 – 35,503 miles
  • 2022 – 35,215 miles
  • 2021 – 35,023 miles
  • 2020 – 34,757 miles
  • 2019 – 34,085 miles
  • 2018 – 33,562 miles
  • 2017 – 32,764 miles
  • 2016 – 32,423 miles
  • 2015 – 31,802 miles
  • 2014 – 31,293 miles
  • 2013 – 30,455 miles
  • 2012 – 28,523 miles
  • 2011 – 27,330 miles
  • 2010 – 24,437 miles
  • 2009 – 23,658 miles
  • 2008 – 23,063 miles
  • 2007 – 21,903 miles
  • 2006 – 18,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,336 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,336 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    44,336 miles
    Test number
    408075753333
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail44,280 miles (+3,672)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,280 miles
    Test number
    290566283445
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass40,608 miles (+5,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    40,608 miles
    Test number
    789197193949
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass35,503 miles (+288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    35,503 miles
    Test number
    570121882417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass35,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    35,215 miles
    Test number
    130545313216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail35,215 miles (+192)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,215 miles
    Test number
    230977906900
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass35,023 miles (+266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    35,023 miles
    Test number
    859783653262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass34,757 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    34,757 miles
    Test number
    120684118513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,085 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    34,085 miles
    Test number
    573137557799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,562 miles (+798)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    900845528779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,764 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    32,764 miles
    Test number
    402243746220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,423 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,423 miles
    Test number
    105667050778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,802 miles (+509)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,802 miles
    Test number
    491026139162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,293 miles (+838)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    31,293 miles
    Test number
    226058454284
    • NoteFuel cap seal perishe up.
    • NoteOffside front indicator condensation inside lens.

  15. Fail30,455 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,455 miles
    Test number
    248066553289
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass30,455 miles (+1,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,455 miles
    Test number
    346596053445
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass28,523 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    28,523 miles
    Test number
    825852362289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,330 miles (+2,893)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,330 miles
    Test number
    676953861241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,437 miles (+779)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,437 miles
    Test number
    434731770275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,658 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,658 miles
    Test number
    984516069293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,063 miles (+1,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,063 miles
    Test number
    301136968249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass21,903 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,903 miles
    Test number
    651319067200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Fail21,899 miles (+3,162)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,899 miles
    Test number
    642818167209
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass18,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,737 miles
    Test number
    223722276292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KNO

Does LD53 KNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KNO is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KNO?
The MOT on LD53 KNO is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KNO done?
LD53 KNO was recorded at 44,336 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 1,336 miles a year.
Has LD53 KNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KNO has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 KNO 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 KNO find?
LD53 KNO passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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