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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 KXXMOT history

LD53 KXX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LD53 KXX black 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 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
129,729 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KXX was last recorded at 129,729 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Dec 2017: 113,050 miles, lower than 116,187 miles on 7 Nov 2016.
  • 29 Oct 2024: 129,183 miles, lower than 176,220 miles on 27 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,599 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
130 miles
Average per year
4,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,729 miles
  • 2025 – 129,599 miles
  • 2024 – 129,183 miles
  • 2023 – 176,220 miles
  • 2022 – 127,195 miles
  • 2021 – 122,263 miles
  • 2019 – 121,420 miles
  • 2018 – 113,055 miles
  • 2017 – 113,050 miles
  • 2016 – 116,187 miles
  • 2015 – 111,217 miles
  • 2014 – 107,060 miles
  • 2013 – 103,973 miles
  • 2012 – 98,029 miles
  • 2011 – 90,649 miles
  • 2010 – 84,149 miles
  • 2009 – 77,721 miles
  • 2008 – 64,949 miles
  • 2007 – 52,250 miles
  • 2006 – 39,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,729 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass129,729 miles (+130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    129,729 miles
    Test number
    228463535576
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass129,599 miles (+416)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,599 miles
    Test number
    963532882556
    • AdvisoryBonnet release, at slam panel very stiff to operate.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured And O/S/R also. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt slow to retract.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin And O/S/R inner pad worn close to its wear sensor. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Xenon headlamp has reduced light output.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, on engine.

  3. Pass129,183 miles (-47,037)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,183 miles
    Test number
    176687256611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin And inner pad worn close to its wear sensor. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Xenon headlamp light output reduced, even after full warm up.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, undertray restricting inspection.

  4. Pass176,220 miles (+49,025)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    176,220 miles
    Test number
    363714870588
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak, undertray restricting inspection.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Quite badly distorted, on inner edge. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad worn close to its wear sensor.

  5. Pass127,195 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    127,195 miles
    Test number
    758086955834
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail127,182 miles (+4,919)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,182 miles
    Test number
    971547129005
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass122,263 miles (+7)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,263 miles
    Test number
    167477886244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner light lens perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering some components for inspection

  8. Fail122,256 miles (+836)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,256 miles
    Test number
    551040825088
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner light lens perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise to be replaced asap (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering some components for inspection

  9. Pass121,420 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    155396280731
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail121,403 miles (+8,348)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,403 miles
    Test number
    485489476887
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides next to the wheels (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass113,055 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,055 miles
    Test number
    120788393818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail113,050 miles (-3,137)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,050 miles
    Test number
    165668972655
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass116,187 miles (+4,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,187 miles
    Test number
    694488927210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass111,217 miles (+4,157)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,217 miles
    Test number
    907028104300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass107,060 miles (+3,087)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    107,060 miles
    Test number
    399188404309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,973 miles (+5,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,973 miles
    Test number
    465479503418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass98,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,029 miles
    Test number
    767919122237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,029 miles (+7,380)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,029 miles
    Test number
    229982822264
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass90,649 miles (+6,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,649 miles
    Test number
    295982121216
    • 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)

  20. Pass84,149 miles (+6,428)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    84,149 miles
    Test number
    131581320266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,721 miles (+12,772)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,721 miles
    Test number
    642416669277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,949 miles (+12,699)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,949 miles
    Test number
    522879168248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,250 miles (+12,700)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,250 miles
    Test number
    300704467450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,550 miles
    Test number
    854029666297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KXX

Does LD53 KXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KXX is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KXX?
The MOT on LD53 KXX is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KXX done?
LD53 KXX was recorded at 129,729 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,494 miles a year.
Has LD53 KXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KXX has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 KXX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Dec 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 KXX find?
LD53 KXX passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs.

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