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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

H3 LRHMOT history

H3 LRH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

H3 LRH grey 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 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
95,596 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H3 LRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H3 LRH was last recorded at 95,596 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,590 miles · 31 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,596 miles
  • 2025 – 95,347 miles
  • 2023 – 90,727 miles
  • 2022 – 82,555 miles
  • 2021 – 74,938 miles
  • 2020 – 68,809 miles
  • 2019 – 65,899 miles
  • 2018 – 64,952 miles
  • 2017 – 62,591 miles
  • 2016 – 61,356 miles
  • 2015 – 59,574 miles
  • 2014 – 56,151 miles
  • 2013 – 53,209 miles
  • 2012 – 52,244 miles
  • 2011 – 49,065 miles
  • 2010 – 44,114 miles
  • 2009 – 40,307 miles
  • 2008 – 35,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,596 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,596 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    95,596 miles
    Test number
    118346384521
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail95,590 miles (+243)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    168099487507
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and 16 years old 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge lowest tread is 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,347 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    95,347 miles
    Test number
    176754140131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront offside & nearside tyres wearing on inner edges 225/40/18 RFT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18/RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail95,346 miles (+4,619)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,346 miles
    Test number
    225134873708
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront offside & nearside tyres wearing on inner edges 225/40/18 RFT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18/RFT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass90,727 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,727 miles
    Test number
    293548190942
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail90,727 miles (+8,172)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,727 miles
    Test number
    653531959967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 RUNFLAT (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass82,555 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,555 miles
    Test number
    775707601862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail82,554 miles (+7,616)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,554 miles
    Test number
    716168216561
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass74,938 miles (+6,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,938 miles
    Test number
    935283569350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass68,809 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    783035243870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail68,809 miles (+2,910)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,809 miles
    Test number
    186109710119
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass65,899 miles (+947)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,899 miles
    Test number
    955728378709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,952 miles (+2,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,952 miles
    Test number
    861628169193
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass62,591 miles (+1,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,591 miles
    Test number
    533780591609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded twin pipes by fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass61,356 miles (+1,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,356 miles
    Test number
    996870494763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in general is coroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass59,574 miles (+3,423)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,574 miles
    Test number
    259437375041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass56,151 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,151 miles
    Test number
    515665484088
    • 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)

  18. Fail56,132 miles (+2,923)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,132 miles
    Test number
    195874584469
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  19. Pass53,209 miles (+965)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,209 miles
    Test number
    497538783013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass52,244 miles (+3,179)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,244 miles
    Test number
    447234712370
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass49,065 miles (+4,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,065 miles
    Test number
    839459821342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,114 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,114 miles
    Test number
    973237920349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,307 miles (+4,582)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,307 miles
    Test number
    724363059322
    • NoteNearside and Offside front lower arm bushes slightly seperated

  24. Pass35,725 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,725 miles
    Test number
    172027558357
    • NoteUnable to see rear springs

Questions about H3 LRH

Does H3 LRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H3 LRH is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on H3 LRH?
The MOT on H3 LRH is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H3 LRH done?
H3 LRH was recorded at 95,596 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 3,381 miles a year.
Has H3 LRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H3 LRH has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on H3 LRH 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 H3 LRH find?
H3 LRH passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front upper brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, and 1 more.

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