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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD53 VHUMOT history

LD53 VHU is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LD53 VHU blue 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 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
140,907 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VHU was last recorded at 140,907 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 5,417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,490 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,417 miles
Average per year
5,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,907 miles
  • 2024 – 135,490 miles
  • 2023 – 132,622 miles
  • 2022 – 129,426 miles
  • 2021 – 125,180 miles
  • 2020 – 122,707 miles
  • 2019 – 119,838 miles
  • 2018 – 116,590 miles
  • 2017 – 112,021 miles
  • 2016 – 105,976 miles
  • 2015 – 100,118 miles
  • 2014 – 93,613 miles
  • 2013 – 85,834 miles
  • 2012 – 79,965 miles
  • 2011 – 74,224 miles
  • 2010 – 65,978 miles
  • 2009 – 54,920 miles
  • 2008 – 50,061 miles
  • 2007 – 45,044 miles
  • 2006 – 39,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,907 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 jacking point missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    140,907 miles
    Test number
    990772561026
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,907 miles (+5,417)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,907 miles
    Test number
    450055001969
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,490 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    135,490 miles
    Test number
    977937139096
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail135,490 miles (+2,868)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,490 miles
    Test number
    795974798667
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass132,622 miles (+3,196)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,622 miles
    Test number
    789663062274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass129,426 miles (+4,246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    129,426 miles
    Test number
    365336898746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,180 miles
    Test number
    311733909934
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail125,180 miles (+2,473)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,180 miles
    Test number
    954568764228
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass122,707 miles (+2,869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,707 miles
    Test number
    594218367328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass119,838 miles (+3,248)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,838 miles
    Test number
    191583099256
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll 'd' mount bushes worn
    • AdvisoryLower subframe damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside front steering arm inner joint play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass116,590 miles (+4,569)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,590 miles
    Test number
    312889064030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,021 miles (+6,045)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,021 miles
    Test number
    285169828797
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom ball joints have developed slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll linkage has developed play
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer wall damaged and outer wall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside front anti roll linkage lower gaiter starting to split
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass105,976 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    624075620288
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ** Strong advise ** (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail105,976 miles (+5,858)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,976 miles
    Test number
    708119419055
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel rim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ** Strong advise ** (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass100,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    100,118 miles
    Test number
    996499492975
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  16. Fail100,118 miles (+6,505)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,118 miles
    Test number
    931371652847
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + wall damade (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  17. Pass93,613 miles (+7,779)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,613 miles
    Test number
    277895644273
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bushes weak
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing thin on edges

  18. Fail85,834 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,834 miles
    Test number
    315493973428
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass85,834 miles (+5,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,834 miles
    Test number
    819353573200
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail79,965 miles3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,965 miles
    Test number
    237754762227
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass79,965 miles (+5,741)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,965 miles
    Test number
    545974862226
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass74,224 miles (+8,246)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,224 miles
    Test number
    895836361216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass65,978 miles (+11,058)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,978 miles
    Test number
    823770760235
    • Note***strong advise*** rear pads worn
    • NoteCat exhaust bracket rattle
    • NoteNearside wiper judder

  24. Pass54,920 miles (+4,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,920 miles
    Test number
    513797949228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass50,061 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    50,061 miles
    Test number
    484373768239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,044 miles
    Test number
    371650857231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,044 miles (+5,823)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,044 miles
    Test number
    723370657237
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak - needs to be investigated

  28. Pass39,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    39,221 miles
    Test number
    192265676235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VHU

Does LD53 VHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 VHU is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VHU?
The MOT on LD53 VHU is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 VHU done?
LD53 VHU was recorded at 140,907 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 5,238 miles a year.
Has LD53 VHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VHU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 VHU 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 VHU find?
LD53 VHU passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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