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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LR53 THKMOT history

LR53 THK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 127,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

LR53 THK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
127,222 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 THK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 THK was last recorded at 127,222 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 1,918 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,304 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,918 miles
Average per year
5,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,222 miles
  • 2025 – 125,304 miles
  • 2024 – 121,559 miles
  • 2023 – 118,495 miles
  • 2022 – 116,076 miles
  • 2021 – 114,057 miles
  • 2020 – 112,501 miles
  • 2019 – 107,977 miles
  • 2018 – 103,341 miles
  • 2017 – 97,385 miles
  • 2016 – 93,034 miles
  • 2015 – 86,091 miles
  • 2014 – 86,048 miles
  • 2013 – 78,759 miles
  • 2012 – 71,955 miles
  • 2011 – 64,413 miles
  • 2010 – 56,867 miles
  • 2009 – 48,379 miles
  • 2008 – 40,765 miles
  • 2007 – 33,257 miles
  • 2006 – 25,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,222 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,222 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    127,222 miles
    Test number
    287190387186
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  2. Fail127,222 miles (+1,918)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,222 miles
    Test number
    573233798935
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  3. Pass125,304 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    125,304 miles
    Test number
    154376727042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail125,302 miles (+3,743)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,302 miles
    Test number
    427141952995
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass121,559 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,559 miles
    Test number
    864712074823
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks on Engine & Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail121,558 miles (+3,063)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,558 miles
    Test number
    269698478847
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leaks on Engine & Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,495 miles (+2,419)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    482243127793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,076 miles (+2,019)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    116,076 miles
    Test number
    680656011942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,057 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    114,057 miles
    Test number
    394871495512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail114,055 miles (+1,554)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,055 miles
    Test number
    399557017574
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low

  11. Pass112,501 miles (+4,524)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,501 miles
    Test number
    490961293979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  12. Pass107,977 miles (+4,636)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,977 miles
    Test number
    613630811032
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass103,341 miles (+108)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    103,341 miles
    Test number
    311748395580
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box area
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak diff area
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes heavily corroded

  14. Fail103,233 miles (+5,848)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,233 miles
    Test number
    696663612957
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box area
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak diff area
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes heavily corroded

  15. Pass97,385 miles (+4,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    97,385 miles
    Test number
    657681465417
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear metal brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass93,034 miles (+53)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    93,034 miles
    Test number
    194909205061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre bold on edges and valve deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers only just hit screen
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail92,981 miles (+6,890)2 failures1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    688729861366
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre bold on edges and valve deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers only just hit screen
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass86,091 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,091 miles
    Test number
    767414445075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail86,081 miles (+33)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,081 miles
    Test number
    269046235007
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail86,048 miles (+7,289)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,048 miles
    Test number
    796153354340
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass78,759 miles (+6,804)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    78,759 miles
    Test number
    735768633303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,955 miles (+7,542)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,955 miles
    Test number
    467137022347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,413 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,413 miles
    Test number
    595793531344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,867 miles (+8,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,867 miles
    Test number
    213360540381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass48,379 miles (+7,614)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,379 miles
    Test number
    482396339476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,765 miles (+7,508)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    471390248316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,257 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    33,257 miles
    Test number
    462481237425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,911 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,911 miles
    Test number
    962676956323
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass25,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,854 miles
    Test number
    970187206390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,854 miles1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,854 miles
    Test number
    452123886285
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LR53 THK

Does LR53 THK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 THK is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 THK?
The MOT on LR53 THK is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 THK done?
LR53 THK was recorded at 127,222 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 5,229 miles a year.
Has LR53 THK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 THK has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 THK 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 THK find?
LR53 THK passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff, and 1 more.

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