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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,895 cc

LD53 KYXMOT history

LD53 KYX is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 133,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2021.

LD53 KYX grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Dec 2022
Mileage
133,500 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KYX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KYX was last recorded at 133,500 miles on 22 Dec 2021, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,476 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
6,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 133,500 miles
  • 2020 – 131,471 miles
  • 2019 – 128,136 miles
  • 2018 – 121,487 miles
  • 2017 – 115,037 miles
  • 2016 – 109,219 miles
  • 2015 – 103,121 miles
  • 2014 – 95,366 miles
  • 2013 – 86,663 miles
  • 2012 – 79,458 miles
  • 2011 – 73,487 miles
  • 2010 – 67,192 miles
  • 2009 – 60,600 miles
  • 2008 – 51,973 miles
  • 2007 – 43,279 miles
  • 2006 – 32,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,500 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,500 miles (+24)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    133,500 miles
    Test number
    339872515144
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail133,476 miles (+2,005)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,476 miles
    Test number
    398996521529
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded

  3. Pass131,471 miles (+3,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,471 miles
    Test number
    781545471929
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,136 miles (+6,649)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,136 miles
    Test number
    187823387669
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,487 miles (+6,450)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    121,487 miles
    Test number
    929709411125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight smoke on acceleration

  6. Pass115,037 miles (+5,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    115,037 miles
    Test number
    403005041582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass109,219 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,219 miles
    Test number
    361663887790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,121 miles (+7,755)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,121 miles
    Test number
    354350703345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,366 miles (+8,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,366 miles
    Test number
    146167054307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass86,663 miles (+7,205)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,663 miles
    Test number
    365087253395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,458 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    79,458 miles
    Test number
    197387152340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,487 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,487 miles
    Test number
    709402561358
    • NoteAdvise both sides rear indicators slightly white
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion forming on offside rear metal brake pipe.

  13. Fail73,487 miles (+6,295)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,487 miles
    Test number
    245522361350
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise offside wiper blade poor

  14. Pass67,192 miles (+6,592)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,192 miles
    Test number
    564614940357
    • NoteAdvise slight fading on rear no plate

  15. Pass60,600 miles (+8,627)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,600 miles
    Test number
    493206949303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,973 miles (+8,694)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,973 miles
    Test number
    910331648339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,279 miles (+10,290)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,279 miles
    Test number
    393422247330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    32,989 miles
    Test number
    590950156354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KYX

Does LD53 KYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 KYX expired on 27 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KYX?
The MOT on LD53 KYX expired on 27 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 KYX done?
LD53 KYX was recorded at 133,500 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2021, an average of 6,693 miles a year.
Has LD53 KYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KYX has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 KYX 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 KYX find?
LD53 KYX passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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