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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LD53 WXOMOT history

LD53 WXO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

LD53 WXO 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 29 May 2025
Mileage
113,486 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WXO was last recorded at 113,486 miles on 30 May 2024, 635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,851 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
635 miles
Average per year
5,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,486 miles
  • 2021 – 112,851 miles
  • 2019 – 105,344 miles
  • 2018 – 98,869 miles
  • 2017 – 94,860 miles
  • 2016 – 77,906 miles
  • 2015 – 74,119 miles
  • 2014 – 64,924 miles
  • 2013 – 57,860 miles
  • 2012 – 49,796 miles
  • 2011 – 43,064 miles
  • 2010 – 39,863 miles
  • 2009 – 34,584 miles
  • 2008 – 28,436 miles
  • 2006 – 24,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,486 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,486 miles (+635)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    113,486 miles
    Test number
    122020272565
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass112,851 miles (+7,507)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,851 miles
    Test number
    667383268038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,344 miles (+6,475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,344 miles
    Test number
    431320483279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger Wing Mirror Missing

  4. Pass98,869 miles (+4,009)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,869 miles
    Test number
    744742496210
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass94,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,860 miles
    Test number
    884105356840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,860 miles (+16,954)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,860 miles
    Test number
    581646256449
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  7. Pass77,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,906 miles
    Test number
    947501708397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,906 miles (+3,787)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,906 miles
    Test number
    183758569510
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass74,119 miles (+9,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,119 miles
    Test number
    874436687700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not 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)

  10. Pass64,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    64,924 miles
    Test number
    577135714372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,924 miles (+7,064)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,924 miles
    Test number
    736221014329
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  12. Pass57,860 miles (+57)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,860 miles
    Test number
    349426513391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  13. Fail57,803 miles (+8,007)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,803 miles
    Test number
    178351113378
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  14. Pass49,796 miles (+6,732)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,796 miles
    Test number
    408479882242
    • NoteEml light illuminated
    • NoteMajor oil leak
    • NoteO/s/front tyre fouling wheel arch liner

  15. Pass43,064 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,064 miles
    Test number
    786565881299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,045 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    659892341267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,863 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,863 miles
    Test number
    664641610279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,584 miles (+6,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,584 miles
    Test number
    843410559056
    • 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)

  19. Pass28,436 miles (+4,252)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,436 miles
    Test number
    683782858087
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass24,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,184 miles
    Test number
    690474716369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WXO

Does LD53 WXO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 WXO expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WXO?
The MOT on LD53 WXO expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 WXO done?
LD53 WXO was recorded at 113,486 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 5,088 miles a year.
Has LD53 WXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WXO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on LD53 WXO 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 WXO find?
LD53 WXO passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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