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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LS53 YMAMOT history

LS53 YMA is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 55,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LS53 YMA grey 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 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
55,390 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YMA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YMA was last recorded at 55,390 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,390 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,390 miles
  • 2025 – 52,359 miles
  • 2023 – 51,288 miles
  • 2022 – 45,428 miles
  • 2021 – 42,454 miles
  • 2020 – 40,341 miles
  • 2019 – 38,130 miles
  • 2018 – 34,616 miles
  • 2017 – 32,349 miles
  • 2016 – 30,822 miles
  • 2015 – 29,238 miles
  • 2014 – 26,928 miles
  • 2013 – 24,529 miles
  • 2012 – 21,584 miles
  • 2011 – 19,031 miles
  • 2010 – 16,012 miles
  • 2009 – 13,522 miles
  • 2008 – 11,028 miles
  • 2007 – 8,244 miles
  • 2006 – 6,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,390 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,390 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    55,390 miles
    Test number
    546430676786
    • 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 Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail55,390 miles (+3,031)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,390 miles
    Test number
    714756904900
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass52,359 miles (+1,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    52,359 miles
    Test number
    787407194418
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass51,288 miles (+5,860)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    51,288 miles
    Test number
    400359109113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass45,428 miles (+2,974)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    45,428 miles
    Test number
    620591266786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass42,454 miles (+2,113)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    42,454 miles
    Test number
    823055217702
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,341 miles (+2,211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,341 miles
    Test number
    236042100295
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass38,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,130 miles
    Test number
    811525291206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail38,130 miles (+3,514)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,130 miles
    Test number
    141358120674
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass34,616 miles (+2,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    34,616 miles
    Test number
    210538942466
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass32,349 miles (+1,527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,349 miles
    Test number
    441405072988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  12. Pass30,822 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,822 miles
    Test number
    824633910592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Tyre Perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Fail30,822 miles (+1,584)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,822 miles
    Test number
    687063742917
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Tyre Perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass29,238 miles (+2,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,238 miles
    Test number
    827742146373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass26,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    26,928 miles
    Test number
    896366414384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,928 miles (+2,399)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,928 miles
    Test number
    678526514301
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass24,529 miles (+2,945)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    24,529 miles
    Test number
    929895613392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre minor sidewall damage
    • NoteO/s/f tyre minor sidewall damage

  18. Pass21,584 miles (+2,553)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,584 miles
    Test number
    669080612327
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped.

  19. Pass19,031 miles (+3,019)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    19,031 miles
    Test number
    696086321346
    • NoteFront brake pads worn to sensors,front brake discs worn.

  20. Pass16,012 miles (+2,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    16,012 miles
    Test number
    523045100396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass13,522 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,522 miles
    Test number
    932743719355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,028 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    11,028 miles
    Test number
    224953708329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,244 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    8,244 miles
    Test number
    103913627392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,499 miles
    Test number
    412087516309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YMA

Does LS53 YMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YMA is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YMA?
The MOT on LS53 YMA is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 YMA done?
LS53 YMA was recorded at 55,390 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 2,550 miles a year.
Has LS53 YMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YMA has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 YMA 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 YMA find?
LS53 YMA passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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