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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,993 cc

LB03 DVFMOT history

LB03 DVF is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 144,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2022
Mileage
144,008 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 DVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 DVF was last recorded at 144,008 miles on 20 Nov 2021, 17,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
126,782 miles · 25 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
17,226 miles
Average per year
6,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 144,008 miles
  • 2020 – 126,782 miles
  • 2019 – 114,400 miles
  • 2018 – 109,762 miles
  • 2017 – 105,681 miles
  • 2016 – 100,616 miles
  • 2015 – 96,530 miles
  • 2014 – 90,372 miles
  • 2013 – 85,440 miles
  • 2012 – 81,050 miles
  • 2011 – 79,198 miles
  • 2010 – 70,305 miles
  • 2009 – 60,196 miles
  • 2008 – 52,400 miles
  • 2007 – 47,188 miles
  • 2006 – 38,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,008 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Exhaust is rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,008 miles
    Test number
    443078771379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail144,008 miles (+17,226)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,008 miles
    Test number
    252711462747
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass126,782 miles (+12,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,782 miles
    Test number
    850182231659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass114,400 miles (+4,638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,400 miles
    Test number
    136300092378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Pass109,762 miles (+4,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,762 miles
    Test number
    478577074229
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryR/o/s tyre is cut in outer wall
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes are very rusty in places

  6. Pass105,681 miles (+5,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,681 miles
    Test number
    270382342519
    • AdvisoryOil noted on the O/S lower edge of the intercooler.
    • AdvisoryTears noted in the outer wall of the N/S/F and O/S/R tyres

  7. Pass100,616 miles (+4,086)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,616 miles
    Test number
    408552521156
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s tyres are curbed
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryF/n/s seat appears lose or worn ?
    • AdvisoryFront discs are badly worn and o/s pads appear 75% worn
    • AdvisoryOil light on int ? level is ok
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes are rusty

  8. Pass96,530 miles (+6,158)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,530 miles
    Test number
    688439055107
    • NoteF/n/s seat is lose or worn
    • NoteF/n/s tyre is worn to 3mm
    • NoteFront discs are worn
    • NoteFront tyres are worn at outer edge
    • NoteNoise noted from front of engine
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes are rusty

  9. Pass90,372 miles (+4,932)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,372 miles
    Test number
    219964184161
    • NoteBoth rear indicator bulbs slightly showing white light
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes corrided
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to 3mm
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteF/n/s seat slightly loose
    • NoteR/o/s outter brake pad looks low
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass85,440 miles (+4,390)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,440 miles
    Test number
    238848663165
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteF/n/s seat worn or lose
    • NoteMetal brake pipes very rusty in places

  11. Pass81,050 miles (+1,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,050 miles
    Test number
    246934582449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass79,198 miles (+8,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,198 miles
    Test number
    297220941444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass70,305 miles (+10,109)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,305 miles
    Test number
    982275840175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    304430359175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,196 miles (+7,796)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,196 miles
    Test number
    351640059199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  16. Pass52,400 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,400 miles
    Test number
    131641158183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,188 miles (+8,825)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,188 miles
    Test number
    220075447456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on the outside edge

  18. Pass38,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,363 miles
    Test number
    122999936154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 DVF

Does LB03 DVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 DVF expired on 24 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 DVF?
The MOT on LB03 DVF expired on 24 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 DVF done?
LB03 DVF was recorded at 144,008 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2021, an average of 6,813 miles a year.
Has LB03 DVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 DVF has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 DVF 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 LB03 DVF find?
LB03 DVF passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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