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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 KXYMOT history

LD53 KXY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 150,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

LD53 KXY 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 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
150,669 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KXY
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 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KXY was last recorded at 150,669 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 9,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,643 miles · 8 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
9,026 miles
Average per year
6,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,669 miles
  • 2024 – 141,643 miles
  • 2023 – 136,887 miles
  • 2022 – 129,826 miles
  • 2021 – 120,139 miles
  • 2020 – 112,351 miles
  • 2019 – 104,231 miles
  • 2018 – 96,776 miles
  • 2017 – 92,337 miles
  • 2016 – 87,871 miles
  • 2015 – 77,276 miles
  • 2014 – 71,152 miles
  • 2013 – 65,552 miles
  • 2012 – 60,831 miles
  • 2011 – 54,208 miles
  • 2010 – 47,464 miles
  • 2009 – 39,332 miles
  • 2008 – 33,509 miles
  • 2007 – 29,378 miles
  • 2006 – 22,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,669 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Diff leak
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,669 miles (+9,026)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    150,669 miles
    Test number
    569348245312
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass141,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    717277181764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail141,643 miles (+4,756)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    679712096867
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass136,887 miles (+7,061)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    136,887 miles
    Test number
    163229342925
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visiable rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAfter market headlights and bulbs fitted

  5. Pass129,826 miles (+9,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,826 miles
    Test number
    638205273534
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,139 miles (+7,788)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,139 miles
    Test number
    789786820955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,351 miles (+8,120)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    112,351 miles
    Test number
    934352410656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,231 miles (+7,455)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    104,231 miles
    Test number
    325794057053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn inner shoulder and tread close to 3mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to o/s/r rear by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner and outer shoulders
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  9. Pass96,776 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,776 miles
    Test number
    236634278043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,337 miles (+4,466)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,337 miles
    Test number
    707342113121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,871 miles (+10,595)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,871 miles
    Test number
    595557585073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,276 miles (+6,124)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,276 miles
    Test number
    126437725236
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass71,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,152 miles
    Test number
    315448124240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,152 miles (+5,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,152 miles
    Test number
    285448024218
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass65,552 miles (+4,721)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,552 miles
    Test number
    495845713244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEML on

  16. Pass60,831 miles (+6,623)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    797331732253
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteAirbag light does not illuminate off
    • NoteEngine management does not illuminate off

  17. Pass54,208 miles (+28)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,208 miles
    Test number
    355929631205
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail54,180 miles (+6,716)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,180 miles
    Test number
    967058731288
    • FailureFront Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass47,464 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,464 miles
    Test number
    334348420274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,403 miles (+8,071)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,403 miles
    Test number
    912806420240
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnable to view rear coil springs fully
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  21. Pass39,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    342856819204
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail39,332 miles (+5,823)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    392925319214
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail33,509 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,509 miles
    Test number
    384097928411
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass33,509 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,509 miles
    Test number
    790017828200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,378 miles
    Test number
    593828347306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail29,378 miles (+7,314)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,378 miles
    Test number
    490438647467
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass22,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    22,064 miles
    Test number
    354044726353
    • 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)

Questions about LD53 KXY

Does LD53 KXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KXY is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KXY?
The MOT on LD53 KXY is valid until 20 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 KXY done?
LD53 KXY was recorded at 150,669 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 6,679 miles a year.
Has LD53 KXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KXY has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 KXY 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 KXY find?
LD53 KXY passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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