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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

B20 LESMOT history

B20 LES is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

B20 LES blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
67,911 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 LES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 LES was last recorded at 67,911 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,900 miles · 4 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,911 miles
  • 2025 – 66,611 miles
  • 2024 – 65,542 miles
  • 2023 – 64,438 miles
  • 2021 – 63,124 miles
  • 2020 – 61,089 miles
  • 2019 – 55,008 miles
  • 2018 – 50,736 miles
  • 2016 – 44,670 miles
  • 2015 – 39,520 miles
  • 2014 – 31,006 miles
  • 2013 – 25,401 miles
  • 2011 – 23,747 miles
  • 2010 – 22,571 miles
  • 2009 – 21,137 miles
  • 2008 – 19,602 miles
  • 2007 – 17,664 miles
  • 2006 – 15,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,911 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel cap sealing device perished/deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,911 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    67,911 miles
    Test number
    865591749404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail67,900 miles (+1,289)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,900 miles
    Test number
    802493864532
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass66,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    66,611 miles
    Test number
    173667161613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail66,611 miles (+1,069)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,611 miles
    Test number
    602880155034
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass65,542 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,542 miles
    Test number
    163582828087
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass64,438 miles (+1,314)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,438 miles
    Test number
    581351236644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass63,124 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,124 miles
    Test number
    226840484907
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perished/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail63,118 miles (+2,029)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,118 miles
    Test number
    376354149602
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative self-levelling system linkage detached (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Outer spring clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & Undertrays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perished/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass61,089 miles (+6,081)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,089 miles
    Test number
    109342018491
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly cracking on outer edges ,small cuts also present. Recommend replace..
    • AdvisoryBrake pad /brake fluid sensor light on..
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears.. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear section.. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge also perishing,recommend replace.. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perishing..
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components..
  10. Pass55,008 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,008 miles
    Test number
    731503222582
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated or brake pad warning light. (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs very rusty.
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear section. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perishing.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.
  11. Fail55,000 miles (+4,264)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,000 miles
    Test number
    603575056991
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated or brake pad warning light. (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs very rusty.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perishing.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.
  12. Pass50,736 miles (+6,066)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    50,736 miles
    Test number
    771590366853
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets rusty.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear indicator wire broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear section. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts/rears. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.
  13. Pass44,670 miles (+5,150)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,670 miles
    Test number
    778265715844
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Badly perished and cracking also wearing on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most wishbone bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most wishbone bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket corroded awaybut remains supported by other mounts.
    • AdvisoryNsr pad wear indicator wire broken.
  14. Pass39,520 miles (+10)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,520 miles
    Test number
    795664325133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteFront tyre wearing on inner edges
  15. Fail39,510 miles (+8,504)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,510 miles
    Test number
    518222325123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteFront tyre wearing on inner edges
  16. Pass31,006 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,006 miles
    Test number
    585662824170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs weartng thin
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s/f tyre sidewall
  17. Fail30,998 miles (+5,597)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,998 miles
    Test number
    459692524118
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs weartng thin
    • NoteSmall cut in n/s/f tyre sidewall
  18. Pass25,401 miles (+1,654)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,401 miles
    Test number
    897750223191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteShallow cuts in offside rear tyre
  19. Pass23,747 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    23,747 miles
    Test number
    575437881271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,571 miles (+1,434)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    22,571 miles
    Test number
    854691580237
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre deteriorated
  21. Pass21,137 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,137 miles
    Test number
    231641989267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,602 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,602 miles
    Test number
    293868588249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,664 miles (+2,645)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,664 miles
    Test number
    181258477270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,019 miles
    Test number
    942067876283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 LES

Does B20 LES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 LES is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 LES?
The MOT on B20 LES is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 LES done?
B20 LES was recorded at 67,911 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,684 miles a year.
Has B20 LES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 LES has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on B20 LES 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 B20 LES find?
B20 LES passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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