FX53TUW

BMW 3 SERIES (2004)

MOT & Tax Status for FX53TUW

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Outstanding Safety Recall

The DVSA reports that this vehicle has an active manufacturer recall which has not yet been completed. Recalls are issued for safety-critical defects and repairs are carried out free of charge by any main dealer. Contact the manufacturer with the VIN to arrange the work before driving or purchasing this vehicle.

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Tax Status

Taxed

Due 01 Aug 2027

MOT Status

Valid

Expires 09 May 2027

Colour

SILVER

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Based on live UK average petrol (e10) prices and the official CO2 figure for this vehicle.

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Fuel economy

28.4 mpg

Estimated from 230 g/km CO2

Cost per mile

25.9p

At 161.5p/litre UK avg

Fill-up cost

£113.06

Approx. 70L tank

Yearly fuel

£1,915

At UK avg 7,400 mi/year

Estimates use the official manufacturer CO2 figure and a real-world correction. Live fuel price is the UK average from 7943 forecourts via the GOV.UK Fuel Finder scheme. Real-world MPG can vary by 10-15%.

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Vehicle Specifications

Model

3 SERIES

Body Type

Coupe

Fuel Type

PETROL

Engine Size

2,979 cc

First Registered

Jan 2004

First Used on Road

07 Jan 2004

CO2 Emissions

230 g/km

Wheelplan

2 AXLE RIGID BODY

Revenue Weight

1,965 kg

Type Approval

Last V5C Issued

18 Aug 2025

Safety Recall

Yes (action required)

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Tyre Size

Standard fitment 225/45R17

All four wheels 17" wheel

225/45R17 W 91

Fitted to front and rear

Width

225 mm

Tread width

Profile

45%

Sidewall

Wheel

17"

Rim

Speed W

168 mph

Max speed

Load 91

615 kg

Per tyre

What do these numbers mean?

Take 225/45R18 W 91 as an example:

225 is the tread width in millimetres.
45 is the profile: the sidewall height is 45% of the width.
R18 means a radial tyre on an 18 inch wheel.
W is the speed rating (the fastest the tyre is rated for, 168 mph here).
91 is the load index (the most weight one tyre can carry, 615 kg here).

Manufacturer standard (OE) tyre sizes for this vehicle. Always check the sizes printed on your existing tyres or the sticker inside the driver's door before buying, as fitments can vary by trim and wheel option.

About FX53TUW

Registration FX53TUW is a 2004 silver BMW 3 SERIES with a 2,979cc petrol engine. The vehicle is approximately 22 years old and therefore requires an annual MOT test.

The current MOT certificate is valid until 09 May 2027, which is 255 days away. Booking the next test early is recommended, as slots fill up quickly near expiry.

Vehicle tax is paid and next due on 01 August 2027, 339 days from today.

The vehicle has 26 MOT tests on record, including 20 passes and 6 failures, with 42 defects or advisories noted across the history.

Latest recorded mileage was 124,169 miles on 02 May 2026. The vehicle has covered an average of 4,616 miles per year across its MOT history, below the UK average of around 7,400, suggesting light use.

CO₂ emissions are rated at 230 g/km, a high-emission figure in the top VED band.

This summary is generated from live DVLA and DVSA records for FX53TUW. It is intended as guidance only. Always verify independently before any purchase.

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MOT History 26 tests

Recorded mileage and result at each MOT test Pass Fail

MOT test number: 529725176338
Expiry date: 09 May 2027
Mileage recorded: 124,169 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT test number: 848428310420
Expiry date: 09 May 2026
Mileage recorded: 117,897 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

MINOR Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very cracked/perrished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

ADVISORY Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output requires cleaning asap (4.1.4 (b))

MOT test number: 256271934399
Mileage recorded: 117,894 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

MINOR Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very cracked/perrished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

ADVISORY Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output requires cleaning asap (4.1.4 (b))

MOT test number: 240871102159
Mileage recorded: 114,620 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

MAJOR Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

MOT test number: 508955710002
Expiry date: 08 May 2022
Mileage recorded: 110,247 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

MOT test number: 652663470267
Mileage recorded: 110,238 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

MOT test number: 486332355775
Mileage recorded: 98,745 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

FAIL Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

FAIL Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

MOT test number: 816232995384
Expiry date: 06 May 2018
Mileage recorded: 96,016 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

ADVISORY Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)

MOT test number: 937394495018
Mileage recorded: 96,010 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

ADVISORY Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)

FAIL Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

FAIL Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

MOT test number: 349884222163
Expiry date: 05 May 2013
Mileage recorded: 77,870 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

ADVISORY Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

USER ENTERED nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

MOT test number: 387426321152
Expiry date: 05 May 2012
Mileage recorded: 71,766 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

MOT test number: 972093299080
Expiry date: 04 Apr 2010
Mileage recorded: 55,152 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

ADVISORY Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

ADVISORY Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

USER ENTERED engine has an oil leak

MOT test number: 710086398095
Expiry date: 04 Apr 2009
Mileage recorded: 46,827 MI
Registration at time of test: FX53TUW
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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Data last updated: 08 Aug 2026 at 14:04. Run a fresh check for the latest data.

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