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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LS53 ZTOMOT history

LS53 ZTO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 59,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2023.

LS53 ZTO 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 3 Jan 2025
Mileage
59,015 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 ZTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 ZTO was last recorded at 59,015 miles on 22 Dec 2023, 267 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,748 miles · 23 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
267 miles
Average per year
2,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 59,015 miles
  • 2022 – 58,748 miles
  • 2020 – 57,853 miles
  • 2019 – 57,175 miles
  • 2018 – 55,598 miles
  • 2017 – 54,469 miles
  • 2016 – 52,823 miles
  • 2015 – 50,674 miles
  • 2014 – 48,413 miles
  • 2013 – 46,485 miles
  • 2012 – 44,273 miles
  • 2011 – 42,999 miles
  • 2010 – 41,905 miles
  • 2009 – 40,254 miles
  • 2008 – 35,133 miles
  • 2007 – 27,869 miles
  • 2006 – 20,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,015 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,015 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,015 miles
    Test number
    403022679047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass58,748 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    58,748 miles
    Test number
    525599136618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    516516431644
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail58,382 miles (+529)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,382 miles
    Test number
    232266135846
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass57,853 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,853 miles
    Test number
    422760505366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,175 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,175 miles
    Test number
    267958072772
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail57,175 miles (+1,577)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,175 miles
    Test number
    386555114486
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass55,598 miles (+14)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,598 miles
    Test number
    354139997446
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail55,584 miles (+1,115)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,584 miles
    Test number
    527794995146
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass54,469 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,469 miles
    Test number
    293087605611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,823 miles (+2,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    52,823 miles
    Test number
    967434536906
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass50,674 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    50,674 miles
    Test number
    932157132843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,413 miles (+1,928)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,413 miles
    Test number
    406785844389
    • NoteN/s and o/s wing mirrors loose

  14. Pass46,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,485 miles
    Test number
    979988943336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,485 miles (+2,212)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,485 miles
    Test number
    397147343366
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass44,273 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    439685652349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth wing mirror slightly loose
    • NoteN/s wing mirror cover tapped on

  17. Fail44,273 miles (+1,274)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    629825252322
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth wing mirror slightly loose
    • NoteN/s wing mirror cover tapped on

  18. Pass42,999 miles (+1,094)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,999 miles
    Test number
    557123441321
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on tread on edges
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/lipped

  19. Pass41,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    41,905 miles
    Test number
    784904640341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,905 miles (+1,651)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,905 miles
    Test number
    181164140330
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass40,254 miles (+5,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,254 miles
    Test number
    190655349312
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  22. Pass35,133 miles (+7,264)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,133 miles
    Test number
    483716068397
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edge

  23. Pass27,869 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    27,869 miles
    Test number
    251605767399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,746 miles (+7,113)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,746 miles
    Test number
    423978457342
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight wear front and rear brake disc

  25. Pass20,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,633 miles
    Test number
    861855456343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 ZTO

Does LS53 ZTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 ZTO expired on 3 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 ZTO?
The MOT on LS53 ZTO expired on 3 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 ZTO done?
LS53 ZTO was recorded at 59,015 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2023, an average of 2,257 miles a year.
Has LS53 ZTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 ZTO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 ZTO 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 ZTO find?
LS53 ZTO passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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