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BMW M3

Purple · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LS53 RJJMOT history

LS53 RJJ is a purple petrol BMW M3 first used on 20 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 80,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LS53 RJJ purple 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 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,932 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 RJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 RJJ was last recorded at 80,932 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 386 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,546 miles · 13 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
386 miles
Average per year
3,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,932 miles
  • 2020 – 80,546 miles
  • 2017 – 79,058 miles
  • 2016 – 77,862 miles
  • 2015 – 77,298 miles
  • 2014 – 76,809 miles
  • 2013 – 74,337 miles
  • 2012 – 68,500 miles
  • 2011 – 61,121 miles
  • 2010 – 55,396 miles
  • 2009 – 53,802 miles
  • 2008 – 42,436 miles
  • 2007 – 29,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,932 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,932 miles
    Test number
    892426370881
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  2. Fail80,916 miles (+370)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    159620932780
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass80,546 miles (+1,488)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,546 miles
    Test number
    748697484225
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass79,058 miles (+1,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,058 miles
    Test number
    897072736768
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass77,862 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,862 miles
    Test number
    611958979591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,298 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,298 miles
    Test number
    978478471980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,809 miles (+2,472)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,809 miles
    Test number
    229775264259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteRear discs worn,heavily pitted,scored and corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust clamps broken

  8. Pass74,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    307605653225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,336 miles (+5,836)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,336 miles
    Test number
    459465153231
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass68,500 miles (+7,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,500 miles
    Test number
    875258672127
    • 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)

  11. Pass61,121 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,121 miles
    Test number
    379004521447
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NotePad light on

  12. Fail61,121 miles (+5,725)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,121 miles
    Test number
    808574021205
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NotePad light on

  13. Pass55,396 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    360569570133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,802 miles (+11,366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,802 miles
    Test number
    264948679234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass42,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,436 miles
    Test number
    311704258270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail42,432 miles (+12,673)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,432 miles
    Test number
    360144358226
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass29,759 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,759 miles
    Test number
    711154557255
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail29,755 miles (+15,850)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,755 miles
    Test number
    294943157206
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass13,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,905 miles
    Test number
    873987017033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 RJJ

Does LS53 RJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 RJJ is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 RJJ?
The MOT on LS53 RJJ is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 RJJ done?
LS53 RJJ was recorded at 80,932 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,433 miles a year.
Has LS53 RJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 RJJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 RJJ 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 RJJ find?
LS53 RJJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: under tray fitted.

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