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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

C5 LRUMOT history

C5 LRU is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

C5 LRU 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 29 May 2027
Mileage
128,875 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 LRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 LRU was last recorded at 128,875 miles on 30 May 2026, 541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,334 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
541 miles
Average per year
5,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,875 miles
  • 2025 – 128,334 miles
  • 2024 – 127,506 miles
  • 2023 – 125,764 miles
  • 2022 – 121,838 miles
  • 2021 – 118,100 miles
  • 2020 – 114,442 miles
  • 2019 – 110,935 miles
  • 2018 – 100,829 miles
  • 2017 – 98,490 miles
  • 2016 – 94,108 miles
  • 2015 – 90,052 miles
  • 2014 – 87,613 miles
  • 2013 – 81,708 miles
  • 2012 – 79,614 miles
  • 2011 – 77,168 miles
  • 2010 – 60,772 miles
  • 2009 – 55,027 miles
  • 2008 – 46,450 miles
  • 2007 – 35,193 miles
  • 2006 – 26,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,875 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,875 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    128,875 miles
    Test number
    704765481620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,334 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    128,334 miles
    Test number
    124221609003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass127,506 miles (+1,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,506 miles
    Test number
    140429960036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass125,764 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    125,764 miles
    Test number
    674339029830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,838 miles (+3,738)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    121,838 miles
    Test number
    294358780608
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    118,100 miles
    Test number
    515696862794
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear ends of front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both brake disc splash shields loose

  7. Fail118,097 miles (+3,655)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,097 miles
    Test number
    945620645315
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective sealing ring perished (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative sensor detached (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear ends of front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both brake disc splash shields loose

  8. Pass114,442 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    114,442 miles
    Test number
    968071373149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,935 miles (+10,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,935 miles
    Test number
    373339627469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (chalked) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass100,829 miles (+2,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    100,829 miles
    Test number
    356032403435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at limit (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass98,490 miles (+4,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,490 miles
    Test number
    729339726613
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryMinor damage in zone A of screen
    • AdvisoryPetrol filler cap got some cracks

  12. Pass94,108 miles (+4,056)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,108 miles
    Test number
    234487884570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass90,052 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,052 miles
    Test number
    263763697380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,613 miles (+5,905)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    87,613 miles
    Test number
    849002244261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,708 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,708 miles
    Test number
    198620473248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,614 miles (+2,446)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,614 miles
    Test number
    926358062203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,168 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,168 miles
    Test number
    349053051226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,019 miles (+16,247)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,019 miles
    Test number
    567425641279
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  19. Pass60,772 miles (+5,745)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    60,772 miles
    Test number
    221206540244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTemp gauge was on red

  20. Pass55,027 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,027 miles
    Test number
    132224769228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail54,971 miles (+8,521)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,971 miles
    Test number
    174847559255
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNSF foglight lens damaged
    • NoteNSF tyre sidewall has slight damage
    • NoteOSF & NSF brake disc have slight lip & corrosion on the inner friction surface area outer edge

  22. Pass46,450 miles (+11,257)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,450 miles
    Test number
    354312668415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,193 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,193 miles
    Test number
    772320267273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,404 miles
    Test number
    532265156289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,500 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,500 miles
    Test number
    691345756202
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about C5 LRU

Does C5 LRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 LRU is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 LRU?
The MOT on C5 LRU is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 LRU done?
C5 LRU was recorded at 128,875 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 5,802 miles a year.
Has C5 LRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 LRU has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on C5 LRU 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 C5 LRU find?
C5 LRU passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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