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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LL53 STXMOT history

LL53 STX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 91,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

LL53 STX silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
91,597 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 STX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 STX was last recorded at 91,597 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 1,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,077 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,520 miles
Average per year
3,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,597 miles
  • 2024 – 90,077 miles
  • 2023 – 87,956 miles
  • 2022 – 85,291 miles
  • 2021 – 82,556 miles
  • 2020 – 78,972 miles
  • 2019 – 72,961 miles
  • 2018 – 69,157 miles
  • 2017 – 65,106 miles
  • 2016 – 61,598 miles
  • 2015 – 57,400 miles
  • 2014 – 53,507 miles
  • 2013 – 49,556 miles
  • 2012 – 44,859 miles
  • 2011 – 40,624 miles
  • 2009 – 33,535 miles
  • 2008 – 28,363 miles
  • 2007 – 23,405 miles
  • 2006 – 17,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,597 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion around bottom of battery tray
  • AdvisoryCorrosion around fuel tank mounts
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Corroded and leaking (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,597 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    91,597 miles
    Test number
    439159995132
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around bottom of battery tray
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around fuel tank mounts
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Corroded and leaking (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,597 miles (+1,520)1 major1 repaired3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,597 miles
    Test number
    447063030810
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around bottom of battery tray
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around fuel tank mounts
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Corroded and leaking (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,077 miles (+2,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,077 miles
    Test number
    976551868269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,956 miles (+2,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,956 miles
    Test number
    216260450073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass85,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    414224089860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,291 miles (+2,735)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    142990402393
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass82,556 miles (+3,584)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,556 miles
    Test number
    335798174076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,972 miles (+5,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,972 miles
    Test number
    106620383838
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  9. Pass73,624 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    73,624 miles
    Test number
    293943817471
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail73,622 miles (+661)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,622 miles
    Test number
    805172143324
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation both rear (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass72,961 miles (+3,804)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,961 miles
    Test number
    556275711867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded

  12. Pass69,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,157 miles
    Test number
    494203580504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail69,156 miles (+4,050)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,156 miles
    Test number
    376223917626
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass65,106 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    296992379952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail65,105 miles (+3,507)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,105 miles
    Test number
    300867463380
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass61,598 miles (+4,198)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    61,598 miles
    Test number
    259947855369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass57,400 miles (+3,893)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,400 miles
    Test number
    697511145038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass53,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,507 miles
    Test number
    319658044075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail53,506 miles (+3,950)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,506 miles
    Test number
    865218544034
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass49,556 miles (+4,697)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,556 miles
    Test number
    825810753061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,859 miles (+4,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    869797422015
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass40,624 miles (+7,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,624 miles
    Test number
    399729241008
    • 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)

  23. Pass33,535 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,535 miles
    Test number
    741933929225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,534 miles (+5,171)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,534 miles
    Test number
    551532129232
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass28,363 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,363 miles
    Test number
    223775528298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,405 miles (+5,651)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,405 miles
    Test number
    613005427282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,754 miles
    Test number
    681547536250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 STX

Does LL53 STX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 STX is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 STX?
The MOT on LL53 STX is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 STX done?
LL53 STX was recorded at 91,597 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 3,850 miles a year.
Has LL53 STX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 STX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 STX 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 STX find?
LL53 STX passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 7 more.

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