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Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 4,398 cc

LE53 KUWMOT history

LE53 KUW is a purple petrol BMW first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 70,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
70,013 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2023
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 KUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 KUW was last recorded at 70,013 miles on 18 Jul 2023, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,855 miles · 20 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,013 miles
  • 2022 – 69,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,013 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

5 tests since 17 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,013 miles (+158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,013 miles
    Test number
    357775156518
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass69,855 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,855 miles
    Test number
    864509144805
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail69,854 miles (+2)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,854 miles
    Test number
    204357870756
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail69,852 miles2 dangerous14 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,852 miles
    Test number
    857405887170
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Suspension component leaking active anti roll bar (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmits blue smoke at idle
  5. Pass111,279 km
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    111,279 km
    Test number
    648581466477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE53 KUW

Does LE53 KUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE53 KUW expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE53 KUW?
The MOT on LE53 KUW expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE53 KUW done?
LE53 KUW was recorded at 70,013 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2023, an average of 125 miles a year.
Has LE53 KUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 KUW has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LE53 KUW 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 LE53 KUW find?
LE53 KUW passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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