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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB03 EOJMOT history

LB03 EOJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 103,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,271 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 EOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 EOJ was last recorded at 103,271 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 2,508 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,763 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,508 miles
Average per year
4,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,271 miles
  • 2025 – 100,763 miles
  • 2024 – 92,794 miles
  • 2023 – 88,597 miles
  • 2022 – 82,872 miles
  • 2021 – 77,941 miles
  • 2020 – 75,554 miles
  • 2019 – 72,495 miles
  • 2018 – 69,755 miles
  • 2017 – 66,300 miles
  • 2016 – 64,722 miles
  • 2015 – 62,114 miles
  • 2014 – 60,453 miles
  • 2013 – 57,922 miles
  • 2012 – 53,363 miles
  • 2011 – 49,224 miles
  • 2010 – 46,540 miles
  • 2009 – 44,369 miles
  • 2008 – 39,818 miles
  • 2007 – 32,596 miles
  • 2006 – 24,097 miles
  • 2005 – 11,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,271 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Fuel cap seal cracking

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,271 miles (+2,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,271 miles
    Test number
    401170328828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass100,763 miles (+7,969)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,763 miles
    Test number
    841280843549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,794 miles (+4,197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,794 miles
    Test number
    334511750726
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking

  4. Pass88,597 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,597 miles
    Test number
    927241492716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking

  5. Fail88,597 miles (+5,725)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,597 miles
    Test number
    330610923852
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking

  6. Pass82,872 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,872 miles
    Test number
    998972686165
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail82,872 miles (+4,931)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,872 miles
    Test number
    649746871549
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,941 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,941 miles
    Test number
    435216408513
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s body sill covers fitted

  9. Fail77,941 miles (+2,387)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,941 miles
    Test number
    282869831388
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s body sill covers fitted

  10. Pass75,554 miles (+3,059)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,554 miles
    Test number
    860812172669
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre cut on outer wall

  11. Pass72,495 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,495 miles
    Test number
    265556337965
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s body sill covers fitted

  12. Fail72,495 miles (+2,740)1 dangerous4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,495 miles
    Test number
    260880403201
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s body sill covers fitted

  13. Pass69,755 miles (+3,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,755 miles
    Test number
    423148119625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass66,300 miles (+1,578)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,300 miles
    Test number
    838307702860
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass64,722 miles (+2,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,722 miles
    Test number
    931734459182
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryScrew in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass62,114 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,114 miles
    Test number
    788303119338
    • 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail62,114 miles (+1,661)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,114 miles
    Test number
    909907723729
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass60,453 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,453 miles
    Test number
    696984424279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,922 miles
    Test number
    305979313255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,922 miles (+4,559)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,922 miles
    Test number
    337219613289
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass53,363 miles (+4,139)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,363 miles
    Test number
    958157122233
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  22. Pass49,224 miles (+2,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,224 miles
    Test number
    726707101267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass46,540 miles (+2,171)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,540 miles
    Test number
    771038500278
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s n/s wiper blades split at ends

  24. Pass44,369 miles (+4,551)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,369 miles
    Test number
    801189829273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight wear in both front ball joints
    • NoteSlight wear ni both bottom whishbone bushes

  25. Pass39,818 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,818 miles
    Test number
    952585548300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail39,806 miles (+7,210)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,806 miles
    Test number
    964365748383
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass32,596 miles (+8,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,596 miles
    Test number
    403612257305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail24,097 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,097 miles
    Test number
    161707906315
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass24,097 miles (+12,383)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,097 miles
    Test number
    474737106302
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass11,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    11,714 miles
    Test number
    842318745396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 EOJ

Does LB03 EOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 EOJ is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 EOJ?
The MOT on LB03 EOJ is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 EOJ done?
LB03 EOJ was recorded at 103,271 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 4,397 miles a year.
Has LB03 EOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 EOJ has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 EOJ 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 EOJ find?
LB03 EOJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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