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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LR53 BVBMOT history

LR53 BVB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 108,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LR53 BVB blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,707 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BVB
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 valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BVB was last recorded at 108,707 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 3,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,646 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,061 miles
Average per year
5,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,707 miles
  • 2025 – 105,646 miles
  • 2024 – 100,221 miles
  • 2023 – 97,346 miles
  • 2021 – 91,753 miles
  • 2020 – 86,853 miles
  • 2019 – 81,326 miles
  • 2018 – 76,425 miles
  • 2017 – 71,821 miles
  • 2016 – 62,406 miles
  • 2015 – 52,733 miles
  • 2014 – 43,896 miles
  • 2013 – 33,416 miles
  • 2012 – 24,390 miles
  • 2011 – 21,067 miles
  • 2010 – 19,165 miles
  • 2009 – 17,254 miles
  • 2008 – 15,137 miles
  • 2007 – 12,388 miles
  • 2006 – 9,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,707 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Under the vehicle rear side corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,707 miles (+3,061)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,707 miles
    Test number
    524361578443
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass105,646 miles (+5,425)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,646 miles
    Test number
    486717721984
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,221 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,221 miles
    Test number
    512546055052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,346 miles (+5,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,346 miles
    Test number
    346539458528
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slight cracks (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass91,753 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    699848851042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,697 miles (+4,836)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,697 miles
    Test number
    604229124543
    • MajorCentral Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  7. Pass86,861 miles (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,861 miles
    Test number
    543707782843
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle rear side corrosion

  8. Fail86,853 miles (+162)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,853 miles
    Test number
    911375382885
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure N/S/F & O/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle rear side corrosion

  9. Fail86,691 miles (+75)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,691 miles
    Test number
    506458317065
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail86,616 miles (+5,290)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,616 miles
    Test number
    364891324248
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass81,326 miles (+4,901)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,326 miles
    Test number
    675035311373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,425 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,425 miles
    Test number
    249487272678
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate

  13. Fail76,425 miles (+4,604)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,425 miles
    Test number
    406024056863
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached lower arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate

  14. Pass71,821 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,821 miles
    Test number
    889897920277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail71,821 miles (+9,415)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,821 miles
    Test number
    861735480981
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass62,406 miles (+9,673)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,406 miles
    Test number
    516241484302
    • AdvisoryNail n/s/f tyre
    • AdvisoryNail n/s/r
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass52,733 miles (+8,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,733 miles
    Test number
    797069676702
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush o/s and n/s (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,896 miles (+10,480)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    43,896 miles
    Test number
    307421854464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,416 miles (+9,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,416 miles
    Test number
    938049853212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass24,390 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,390 miles
    Test number
    265982672263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,067 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    21,067 miles
    Test number
    726313661290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,165 miles
    Test number
    341796960450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,165 miles (+1,911)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,165 miles
    Test number
    410125860265
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass17,254 miles (+2,117)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,254 miles
    Test number
    491507869276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,137 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,137 miles
    Test number
    550890978270
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass15,137 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    15,137 miles
    Test number
    830210178228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,388 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,388 miles
    Test number
    394229867280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,781 miles
    Test number
    462452066243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 BVB

Does LR53 BVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BVB is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BVB?
The MOT on LR53 BVB is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 BVB done?
LR53 BVB was recorded at 108,707 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 5,125 miles a year.
Has LR53 BVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BVB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR53 BVB 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 LR53 BVB find?
LR53 BVB passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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