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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 VNLMOT history

LD53 VNL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 85,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2023.

LD53 VNL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2024
Mileage
85,074 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VNL
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
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VNL was last recorded at 85,074 miles on 19 Jul 2023, 1,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,283 miles · 12 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,791 miles
Average per year
3,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,074 miles
  • 2022 – 83,283 miles
  • 2021 – 80,305 miles
  • 2020 – 78,663 miles
  • 2019 – 76,997 miles
  • 2018 – 75,232 miles
  • 2017 – 73,815 miles
  • 2016 – 72,645 miles
  • 2015 – 70,184 miles
  • 2014 – 68,167 miles
  • 2013 – 57,836 miles
  • 2012 – 46,672 miles
  • 2011 – 38,941 miles
  • 2010 – 35,697 miles
  • 2009 – 33,461 miles
  • 2008 – 31,806 miles
  • 2007 – 28,355 miles
  • 2006 – 22,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,074 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,074 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    598804876942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,283 miles (+2,978)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,283 miles
    Test number
    463744455608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,305 miles
    Test number
    925558020617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail80,305 miles (+1,642)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,305 miles
    Test number
    825356557754
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,663 miles
    Test number
    549846004516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,663 miles (+1,666)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,663 miles
    Test number
    854563108945
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass76,997 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    76,997 miles
    Test number
    782146369549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,232 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,232 miles
    Test number
    151475763496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,815 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,815 miles
    Test number
    728850115728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,645 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,645 miles
    Test number
    545234730069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,184 miles (+2,017)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    70,184 miles
    Test number
    458746595144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass68,167 miles (+10,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,167 miles
    Test number
    115996594104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass57,836 miles (+11,164)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,836 miles
    Test number
    719440813249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,672 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,672 miles
    Test number
    298353092120
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass46,672 miles (+7,731)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,672 miles
    Test number
    375783592146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,941 miles (+3,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,941 miles
    Test number
    677933091113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  17. Pass35,697 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,697 miles
    Test number
    732664590190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,461 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,461 miles
    Test number
    951488499168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,806 miles (+3,451)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,806 miles
    Test number
    293793608294
    • NoteBoth number plates un-sealed vynl

  20. Pass28,355 miles (+5,552)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    28,355 miles
    Test number
    820833717287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    22,803 miles
    Test number
    371453536232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VNL

Does LD53 VNL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 VNL expired on 28 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VNL?
The MOT on LD53 VNL expired on 28 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 VNL done?
LD53 VNL was recorded at 85,074 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2023, an average of 3,683 miles a year.
Has LD53 VNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VNL has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 VNL 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 VNL find?
LD53 VNL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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