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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LS53 FVAMOT history

LS53 FVA is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 234,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

LS53 FVA green 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 Jan 2022
Mileage
234,064 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 FVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 FVA was last recorded at 234,064 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 6,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,322 miles · 14 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,742 miles
Average per year
10,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 234,064 miles
  • 2021 – 227,322 miles
  • 2020 – 221,748 miles
  • 2019 – 216,110 miles
  • 2018 – 204,337 miles
  • 2017 – 190,716 miles
  • 2016 – 171,864 miles
  • 2015 – 153,399 miles
  • 2014 – 142,029 miles
  • 2013 – 132,651 miles
  • 2012 – 125,436 miles
  • 2010 – 120,712 miles
  • 2009 – 115,016 miles
  • 2008 – 102,165 miles
  • 2007 – 90,960 miles
  • 2006 – 81,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail234,064 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail234,064 miles (+6,742)3 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,064 miles
    Test number
    750725460033
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass227,322 miles (+5,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    227,322 miles
    Test number
    657862894014
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass221,748 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    221,748 miles
    Test number
    278870690427
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Fail221,747 miles (+5,637)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,747 miles
    Test number
    258176886425
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass216,110 miles (+11,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    216,110 miles
    Test number
    346788960555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass204,337 miles (+13,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    204,337 miles
    Test number
    171662388215
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings starting to corrode

  7. Pass190,716 miles (+18,852)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    190,716 miles
    Test number
    571407157827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass171,864 miles (+18,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    171,864 miles
    Test number
    578435105691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass153,399 miles (+11,370)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    153,399 miles
    Test number
    645404925034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,029 miles (+9,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    142,029 miles
    Test number
    975600724042
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass132,651 miles (+74)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    132,651 miles
    Test number
    937920353049
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail132,577 miles (+7,141)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,577 miles
    Test number
    156616743061
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass125,436 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    125,436 miles
    Test number
    396588442074
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach cords

  14. Fail125,436 miles (+4,724)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,436 miles
    Test number
    985726742019
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach cords

  15. Pass120,712 miles (+5,696)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    120,712 miles
    Test number
    803845000316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,016 miles (+12,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    115,016 miles
    Test number
    450383309441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass102,165 miles (+11,205)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    102,165 miles
    Test number
    403680818363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,960 miles (+9,481)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    90,960 miles
    Test number
    294398387281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,479 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    280851696267
    • NoteFront and rear number plates water marked

  20. Fail81,479 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    800911696299
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates water marked

Questions about LS53 FVA

Does LS53 FVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 FVA expired on 13 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 FVA?
The MOT on LS53 FVA expired on 13 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 FVA done?
LS53 FVA was recorded at 234,064 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 10,004 miles a year.
Has LS53 FVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 FVA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 FVA 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 LS53 FVA find?
LS53 FVA failed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 7 more.

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