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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y253 LRXMOT history

Y253 LRX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 70,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

Y253 LRX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
70,317 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 LRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 LRX was last recorded at 70,317 miles on 18 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,315 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,317 miles
  • 2025 – 67,895 miles
  • 2023 – 66,439 miles
  • 2022 – 66,062 miles
  • 2021 – 65,093 miles
  • 2020 – 64,140 miles
  • 2019 – 62,935 miles
  • 2018 – 59,754 miles
  • 2017 – 55,717 miles
  • 2016 – 49,935 miles
  • 2015 – 47,982 miles
  • 2014 – 44,667 miles
  • 2013 – 43,332 miles
  • 2012 – 41,387 miles
  • 2011 – 39,286 miles
  • 2010 – 37,316 miles
  • 2009 – 35,092 miles
  • 2008 – 32,772 miles
  • 2007 – 27,356 miles
  • 2006 – 25,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,317 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,317 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    70,317 miles
    Test number
    665037495911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail70,315 miles (+2,420)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    365840526964
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass67,895 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    67,895 miles
    Test number
    780839516173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,439 miles (+377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    66,439 miles
    Test number
    906704704672
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass66,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,062 miles
    Test number
    576954038759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,062 miles (+969)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,062 miles
    Test number
    737191198967
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass65,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    65,093 miles
    Test number
    625334694402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,093 miles (+953)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,093 miles
    Test number
    595500303783
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass64,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    346972716188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,140 miles (+1,205)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    125352949020
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass62,935 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,935 miles
    Test number
    248225633308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,918 miles (+3,164)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,918 miles
    Test number
    858885369682
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass59,754 miles (+4,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,754 miles
    Test number
    837299848471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass55,717 miles (+5,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,717 miles
    Test number
    842527835099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock damp
    • AdvisoryRear indicator bulbs turning white in colour

  15. Pass49,935 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,935 miles
    Test number
    145550030285
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail49,873 miles (+1,891)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,873 miles
    Test number
    559806537501
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on min

  17. Pass47,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,982 miles
    Test number
    581626521275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail47,982 miles (+3,315)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,982 miles
    Test number
    965731285442
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass44,667 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,667 miles
    Test number
    286542064267
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Fail44,667 miles (+1,335)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,667 miles
    Test number
    727492564268
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Pass43,332 miles (+1,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,332 miles
    Test number
    639221463217
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass41,387 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,387 miles
    Test number
    316445952270
    • NoteBrake fluid service light on
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear top mounts seperating

  23. Fail41,387 miles (+2,101)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,387 miles
    Test number
    859640452232
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake fluid service light on
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear top mounts seperating

  24. Pass39,286 miles (+1,970)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,286 miles
    Test number
    358832361454
    • NoteOsf suspension has reduced clearance between wheel and shock
    • NoteRear top mounts separating

  25. Pass37,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,316 miles
    Test number
    372774560276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,316 miles (+2,224)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,316 miles
    Test number
    694944060233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass35,092 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,092 miles
    Test number
    303673759456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail35,092 miles (+2,320)1 failure3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,092 miles
    Test number
    134333459283
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass32,772 miles (+5,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,772 miles
    Test number
    971150868203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass27,356 miles (+325)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,356 miles
    Test number
    193001067249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass27,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,031 miles
    Test number
    101349437020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail27,031 miles (+2,009)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,031 miles
    Test number
    903189337045
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  33. Pass25,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,022 miles
    Test number
    220428036094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 LRX

Does Y253 LRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y253 LRX is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y253 LRX?
The MOT on Y253 LRX is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y253 LRX done?
Y253 LRX was recorded at 70,317 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,234 miles a year.
Has Y253 LRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 LRX has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y253 LRX 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 Y253 LRX find?
Y253 LRX passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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