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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LX53 WKCMOT history

LX53 WKC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 258,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LX53 WKC blue 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
258,611 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 WKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 WKC was last recorded at 258,611 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
258,162 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
449 miles
Average per year
10,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 258,611 miles
  • 2024 – 258,162 miles
  • 2023 – 251,636 miles
  • 2022 – 239,406 miles
  • 2021 – 226,794 miles
  • 2020 – 211,308 miles
  • 2019 – 203,359 miles
  • 2018 – 195,030 miles
  • 2016 – 186,683 miles
  • 2015 – 166,744 miles
  • 2014 – 153,441 miles
  • 2013 – 139,029 miles
  • 2012 – 125,894 miles
  • 2011 – 110,843 miles
  • 2010 – 88,299 miles
  • 2009 – 72,583 miles
  • 2008 – 58,237 miles
  • 2007 – 55,305 miles
  • 2006 – 44,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,611 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySill Covers 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass258,611 miles (+449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    258,611 miles
    Test number
    592651663588
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill Covers Fitted

  2. Pass258,162 miles (+6,526)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    258,162 miles
    Test number
    449756174063
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose mounting points corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody and body corrosion
    • AdvisorySill kit fitted

  3. Pass251,636 miles (+12,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    251,636 miles
    Test number
    173048463444
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass239,406 miles (+12,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    239,406 miles
    Test number
    648242893288
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass226,794 miles (+207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    226,794 miles
    Test number
    989062700407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail226,587 miles (+15,279)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,587 miles
    Test number
    580874575678
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing stalk missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear underbody inner sills damaged/corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s head light pattern poor

  7. Pass211,308 miles (+7,949)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    211,308 miles
    Test number
    521672021684
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy juddering at rear wheels when carrying out handbrake performance

  8. Pass203,359 miles (+8,329)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    203,359 miles
    Test number
    490118215274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass195,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    195,030 miles
    Test number
    857517845864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail195,030 miles (+8,347)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,030 miles
    Test number
    328241428121
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened brake linings worn out, repaired at the station (3.5.1n)

  11. Pass186,683 miles (+19,939)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    186,683 miles
    Test number
    606186126561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre badly worn on inside edge

  12. Pass166,744 miles (+13,303)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    166,744 miles
    Test number
    587713185117
    • NoteCentre exhaust cracked

  13. Pass153,441 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    153,441 miles
    Test number
    328237874158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail153,441 miles (+14,412)4 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,441 miles
    Test number
    888826274186
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass139,029 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    139,029 miles
    Test number
    657725383154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail139,029 miles (+13,135)2 failures1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,029 miles
    Test number
    328054483135
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass125,894 miles (+15,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    125,894 miles
    Test number
    627445782131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass110,843 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    110,843 miles
    Test number
    116290281103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition (badly lipped)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield is insecure
    • NoteRear shock absorber dust covers broken
    • NoteSmall stone chip in windscreen

  19. Fail110,843 miles (+22,544)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,843 miles
    Test number
    709590281148
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition (badly lipped)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield is insecure
    • NoteRear shock absorber dust covers broken
    • NoteSmall stone chip in windscreen

  20. Pass88,299 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    88,299 miles
    Test number
    340860740066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail88,299 miles (+15,716)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,299 miles
    Test number
    382189730089
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass72,583 miles (+14,346)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,583 miles
    Test number
    963613129091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,237 miles
    Test number
    882373548031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,237 miles (+2,932)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,237 miles
    Test number
    582092148007
    • FailureWheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  25. Pass55,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,305 miles
    Test number
    662819747286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,305 miles (+10,749)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,305 miles
    Test number
    794399547276
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass44,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,556 miles
    Test number
    550741766254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 WKC

Does LX53 WKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 WKC is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 WKC?
The MOT on LX53 WKC is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 WKC done?
LX53 WKC was recorded at 258,611 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 10,959 miles a year.
Has LX53 WKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 WKC has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LX53 WKC 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 LX53 WKC find?
LX53 WKC passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: central oil leak, but not excessive engine oil; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; sill covers fitted.

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