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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD53 VVHMOT history

LD53 VVH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2023.

LD53 VVH blue 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 9 Oct 2024
Mileage
88,119 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VVH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VVH was last recorded at 88,119 miles on 9 Oct 2023, 5,733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,386 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5,733 miles
Average per year
4,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,119 miles
  • 2022 – 82,386 miles
  • 2021 – 77,693 miles
  • 2020 – 73,695 miles
  • 2019 – 69,967 miles
  • 2018 – 61,472 miles
  • 2017 – 57,473 miles
  • 2016 – 56,034 miles
  • 2015 – 54,583 miles
  • 2014 – 52,292 miles
  • 2013 – 49,597 miles
  • 2012 – 47,496 miles
  • 2011 – 44,624 miles
  • 2010 – 39,707 miles
  • 2009 – 33,140 miles
  • 2008 – 26,635 miles
  • 2006 – 17,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,119 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,119 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,119 miles
    Test number
    716507100784
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,118 miles (+5,732)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,118 miles
    Test number
    370286057853
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,386 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,386 miles
    Test number
    926612708922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,385 miles (+4,692)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,385 miles
    Test number
    684815597971
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass77,693 miles (+3,998)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,693 miles
    Test number
    653631868367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,695 miles
    Test number
    855045298705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,695 miles (+3,728)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,695 miles
    Test number
    437389444475
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator not working both rear indicators (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning rear side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  8. Pass69,967 miles (+8,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,967 miles
    Test number
    115871384608
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass61,472 miles (+3,999)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,472 miles
    Test number
    666663660715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,473 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,473 miles
    Test number
    924091151121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,034 miles (+1,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,034 miles
    Test number
    887576335574
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass54,583 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    54,583 miles
    Test number
    710008345798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,292 miles (+2,695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    369973254422
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass49,597 miles (+2,101)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,597 miles
    Test number
    948645843223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,496 miles
    Test number
    539588252205
    • 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)

  16. Fail47,496 miles (+2,872)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,496 miles
    Test number
    308728352453
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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. Pass44,624 miles (+4,917)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,624 miles
    Test number
    616082851261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,707 miles (+6,567)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,707 miles
    Test number
    303589930208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    492327239210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,140 miles (+6,505)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    482046839284
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass26,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,635 miles
    Test number
    582162958208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,635 miles (+9,546)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,635 miles
    Test number
    302522958400
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass17,089 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,089 miles
    Test number
    651116666262
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 VVH

Does LD53 VVH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 VVH expired on 9 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VVH?
The MOT on LD53 VVH expired on 9 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 VVH done?
LD53 VVH was recorded at 88,119 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2023, an average of 4,168 miles a year.
Has LD53 VVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VVH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 VVH 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 VVH find?
LD53 VVH passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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