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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LL53 CXEMOT history

LL53 CXE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2025.

LL53 CXE grey 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 7 Aug 2026
Mileage
94,973 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 CXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 CXE was last recorded at 94,973 miles on 8 Aug 2025, 8,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,476 miles · 6 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8,497 miles
Average per year
4,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,973 miles
  • 2023 – 86,476 miles
  • 2022 – 79,685 miles
  • 2021 – 72,958 miles
  • 2020 – 68,490 miles
  • 2019 – 63,100 miles
  • 2018 – 60,112 miles
  • 2017 – 51,306 miles
  • 2016 – 50,120 miles
  • 2015 – 46,740 miles
  • 2014 – 38,852 miles
  • 2013 – 35,841 miles
  • 2012 – 32,168 miles
  • 2010 – 28,124 miles
  • 2009 – 24,608 miles
  • 2008 – 19,141 miles
  • 2007 – 12,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,973 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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 delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,973 miles (+8,497)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,973 miles
    Test number
    926993845924
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,476 miles (+659)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,476 miles
    Test number
    642524514748
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail85,817 miles (+6,132)3 dangerous4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,817 miles
    Test number
    965517253502
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner flange (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to condition of brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass79,685 miles (+6,727)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,685 miles
    Test number
    214148276760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass72,958 miles (+4,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    917807116611
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass68,490 miles (+5,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,490 miles
    Test number
    753027937582
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass63,100 miles (+2,988)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,100 miles
    Test number
    316834175323
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass60,112 miles (+8,806)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    60,112 miles
    Test number
    941390683395
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes heavily greased
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,306 miles (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    734883830253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,120 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,120 miles
    Test number
    668367186209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,740 miles (+1,397)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,740 miles
    Test number
    191436269375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,343 miles (+6,491)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,343 miles
    Test number
    195498975030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,852 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,852 miles
    Test number
    466594744074
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail38,852 miles (+3,011)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,852 miles
    Test number
    177189734065
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass35,841 miles (+3,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,841 miles
    Test number
    537655123009
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass32,168 miles (+36)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,168 miles
    Test number
    477255302087
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise tracking

  17. Fail32,132 miles (+4,008)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,132 miles
    Test number
    298824002007
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting 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 mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise tracking
    • NoteFront tyres badly worn on edges and sidewall damage

  18. Pass28,124 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,124 miles
    Test number
    291277530008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,608 miles (+5,467)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,608 miles
    Test number
    574944729032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,141 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,141 miles
    Test number
    432260158072
    • NoteBonnet and Roof damaged.

  21. Fail19,141 miles (+6,679)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,141 miles
    Test number
    153310558010
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBonnet and Roof damaged.

  22. Pass12,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    12,462 miles
    Test number
    752757217056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 CXE

Does LL53 CXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 CXE expired on 7 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 CXE?
The MOT on LL53 CXE expired on 7 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 CXE done?
LL53 CXE was recorded at 94,973 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2025, an average of 4,446 miles a year.
Has LL53 CXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 CXE has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 CXE 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 LL53 CXE find?
LL53 CXE passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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