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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LS53 FSZMOT history

LS53 FSZ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 182,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2025.

LS53 FSZ blue 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 13 Jun 2026
Mileage
182,292 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 FSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 FSZ was last recorded at 182,292 miles on 14 Jun 2025, 1,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jul 2007: 74,098 miles, lower than 116,782 miles on 28 Sept 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
180,668 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,624 miles
Average per year
3,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,292 miles
  • 2024 – 180,668 miles
  • 2023 – 175,989 miles
  • 2022 – 174,140 miles
  • 2021 – 171,045 miles
  • 2020 – 164,283 miles
  • 2019 – 159,442 miles
  • 2018 – 155,182 miles
  • 2017 – 150,619 miles
  • 2016 – 146,581 miles
  • 2014 – 115,737 miles
  • 2013 – 112,063 miles
  • 2012 – 109,224 miles
  • 2011 – 104,379 miles
  • 2010 – 101,334 miles
  • 2009 – 90,963 miles
  • 2008 – 81,991 miles
  • 2007 – 74,098 miles
  • 2006 – 116,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,292 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,292 miles (+1,624)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    182,292 miles
    Test number
    475594279516
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass180,668 miles (+4,679)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    180,668 miles
    Test number
    809858846235
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass175,989 miles (+1,849)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    175,989 miles
    Test number
    949031487984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass174,140 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    174,140 miles
    Test number
    154763974338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass171,045 miles (+6,762)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    171,045 miles
    Test number
    776562028083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,283 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    164,283 miles
    Test number
    758235532738
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables are very slightly sticky on release
    • AdvisoryThere is a very slight exhaust blow by the turbo

  7. Fail164,280 miles (+4,838)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,280 miles
    Test number
    258282408405
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryThe handbrake is poor both sides
    • AdvisoryThe nearside rear tyre is very close to worn out

  8. Pass159,442 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,442 miles
    Test number
    256943419654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,182 miles (+4,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    155,182 miles
    Test number
    997791756985
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass150,619 miles (+4,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    150,619 miles
    Test number
    830081481052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOrange light illuminated on dash board

  11. Pass146,581 miles (+30,844)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    146,581 miles
    Test number
    978517973972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,737 miles (+13)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    179818004367
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail115,724 miles (+3,661)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    937944304375
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass112,063 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,063 miles
    Test number
    319557293282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,224 miles (+4,845)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,224 miles
    Test number
    325369472496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,379 miles (+3,045)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    104,379 miles
    Test number
    248961861182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,334 miles (+10,371)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    101,334 miles
    Test number
    133202180161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,963 miles (+8,972)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,963 miles
    Test number
    661856409209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,991 miles (+7,893)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,991 miles
    Test number
    280606588184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,098 miles (-42,684)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    74,098 miles
    Test number
    661496207281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass116,782 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    116,782 miles
    Test number
    302291176261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail116,782 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,782 miles
    Test number
    710371276297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS53 FSZ

Does LS53 FSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 FSZ expired on 13 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 FSZ?
The MOT on LS53 FSZ expired on 13 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 FSZ done?
LS53 FSZ was recorded at 182,292 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2025, an average of 3,501 miles a year.
Has LS53 FSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 FSZ has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 FSZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 FSZ find?
LS53 FSZ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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