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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

V53 VBWMOT history

V53 VBW is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 168,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

V53 VBW white 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 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
168,811 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 VBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 VBW was last recorded at 168,811 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,811 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,811 miles
  • 2024 – 160,433 miles
  • 2023 – 152,683 miles
  • 2022 – 146,974 miles
  • 2021 – 141,968 miles
  • 2020 – 139,980 miles
  • 2019 – 134,198 miles
  • 2018 – 128,343 miles
  • 2017 – 120,753 miles
  • 2016 – 115,549 miles
  • 2015 – 110,800 miles
  • 2014 – 107,475 miles
  • 2013 – 101,241 miles
  • 2012 – 96,803 miles
  • 2011 – 89,734 miles
  • 2010 – 85,074 miles
  • 2009 – 80,204 miles
  • 2008 – 74,803 miles
  • 2006 – 72,693 miles
  • 2005 – 70,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,811 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUndertrayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,811 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    168,811 miles
    Test number
    851320306738
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  2. Fail168,811 miles (+8,378)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,811 miles
    Test number
    620888646589
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  3. Pass160,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    160,433 miles
    Test number
    653619507110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Fail160,433 miles (+7,750)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,433 miles
    Test number
    388806225004
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil illuminated
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass152,683 miles (+139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    152,683 miles
    Test number
    422734550361
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail152,544 miles (+5,570)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,544 miles
    Test number
    109680719696
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass146,974 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    146,974 miles
    Test number
    713634157919
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  8. Fail146,974 miles (+5,006)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,974 miles
    Test number
    869201212140
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  9. Pass141,968 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,968 miles
    Test number
    564758516722
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail141,967 miles (+1,987)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,967 miles
    Test number
    623717343686
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass139,980 miles (+5,782)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,980 miles
    Test number
    274448084902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass134,198 miles (+5,855)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,198 miles
    Test number
    313948562627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass128,343 miles (+7,590)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,343 miles
    Test number
    458207708964
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (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)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edge

  14. Pass120,753 miles (+5,204)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    120,753 miles
    Test number
    520392506174
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres heavily worn on the inner edges
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Offside front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Offside front lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside and offside rear (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass115,549 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,549 miles
    Test number
    985784026555
    • 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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail115,549 miles (+4,749)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,549 miles
    Test number
    982191666062
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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 Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass110,800 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    110,800 miles
    Test number
    466296175044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has large cut in tread, cords/ply not visible

  18. Fail110,800 miles (+3,325)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,800 miles
    Test number
    877456975057
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has large cut in tread, cords/ply not visible

  19. Pass107,475 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    107,475 miles
    Test number
    637193974058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,449 miles (+6,208)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,449 miles
    Test number
    118002974451
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass101,241 miles (+4,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,241 miles
    Test number
    499814293056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass96,803 miles (+7,069)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    96,803 miles
    Test number
    479044912167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,734 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    89,734 miles
    Test number
    785456191099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    442564500114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,074 miles (+4,870)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    872544500160
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass80,204 miles (+5,401)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,204 miles
    Test number
    620136209113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail74,803 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,803 miles
    Test number
    242185008112
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear no plate no plate stained still legible at 20 metres

  28. Pass74,803 miles (+79)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,803 miles
    Test number
    271975708468
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear no plate no plate stained still legible at 20 metres

  29. Pass74,724 miles (+2,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    74,724 miles
    Test number
    232797118051
    • NoteNail in n/s rear tyre

  30. Pass72,693 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    471087116308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass70,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    70,795 miles
    Test number
    941187685238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 VBW

Does V53 VBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 VBW is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V53 VBW?
The MOT on V53 VBW is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 VBW done?
V53 VBW was recorded at 168,811 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 4,867 miles a year.
Has V53 VBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 VBW has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V53 VBW 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 V53 VBW find?
V53 VBW passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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