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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LS53 FVPMOT history

LS53 FVP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

LS53 FVP blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
141,155 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 FVP
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
17 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 FVP was last recorded at 141,155 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,195 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
960 miles
Average per year
4,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,155 miles
  • 2024 – 140,195 miles
  • 2023 – 138,932 miles
  • 2022 – 135,173 miles
  • 2021 – 130,897 miles
  • 2020 – 126,973 miles
  • 2019 – 121,479 miles
  • 2018 – 116,896 miles
  • 2017 – 110,660 miles
  • 2016 – 104,078 miles
  • 2015 – 97,266 miles
  • 2014 – 90,925 miles
  • 2012 – 83,119 miles
  • 2011 – 73,093 miles
  • 2010 – 66,648 miles
  • 2009 – 62,115 miles
  • 2008 – 57,795 miles
  • 2007 – 53,548 miles
  • 2006 – 47,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,155 miles
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake lazy
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside wheelarches/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySill covers and undertrays fitted obscuring inspection

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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,155 miles (+960)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    141,155 miles
    Test number
    742544088097
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake lazy
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside wheelarches/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers and undertrays fitted obscuring inspection

  2. Pass140,195 miles (+1,263)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,195 miles
    Test number
    873970608066
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarches nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring inspection

  3. Pass138,932 miles (+3,759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,932 miles
    Test number
    461225616609
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass135,173 miles (+4,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    135,173 miles
    Test number
    207868199356
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass130,897 miles (+3,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,897 miles
    Test number
    486859357089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,973 miles (+5,494)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,973 miles
    Test number
    168728629670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass121,479 miles (+4,583)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,479 miles
    Test number
    515092397810
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,896 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,896 miles
    Test number
    628886220064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail116,880 miles (+6,220)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,880 miles
    Test number
    287821827852
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high x2 (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass110,660 miles (+6,582)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,660 miles
    Test number
    366807885492
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass104,078 miles (+6,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,078 miles
    Test number
    324867152893
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass97,266 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,266 miles
    Test number
    489017615166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail97,266 miles (+6,341)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,266 miles
    Test number
    615827315121
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass90,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,925 miles
    Test number
    157436934189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail90,922 miles (+7,803)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,922 miles
    Test number
    615406734187
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass83,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,119 miles
    Test number
    509014922361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,119 miles (+10,026)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,119 miles
    Test number
    806094622317
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass73,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,093 miles
    Test number
    189798891202
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail73,093 miles (+6,445)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,093 miles
    Test number
    688968291254
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass66,648 miles (+4,533)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,648 miles
    Test number
    452840610341
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close limit

  21. Pass62,115 miles (+4,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,115 miles
    Test number
    784406799268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass57,795 miles (+4,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    57,795 miles
    Test number
    740255808355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass53,548 miles (+5,630)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,548 miles
    Test number
    961213207388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,918 miles
    Test number
    710014216329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,912 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,912 miles
    Test number
    541244016340
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LS53 FVP

Does LS53 FVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 FVP expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 FVP?
The MOT on LS53 FVP expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 FVP done?
LS53 FVP was recorded at 141,155 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 4,920 miles a year.
Has LS53 FVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 FVP has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LS53 FVP 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 FVP find?
LS53 FVP passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 9 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 nearside and offside; offside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 6 more.

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