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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LB03 EOVMOT history

LB03 EOV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 155,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2025
Mileage
155,147 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 EOV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2025
Latest MOT test
22 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 EOV was last recorded at 155,147 miles on 22 May 2024, 6,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,577 miles · 27 May 2023
Between the last two tests
6,570 miles
Average per year
6,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,147 miles
  • 2023 – 148,577 miles
  • 2022 – 145,144 miles
  • 2021 – 140,278 miles
  • 2020 – 134,012 miles
  • 2019 – 127,894 miles
  • 2018 – 118,432 miles
  • 2017 – 106,558 miles
  • 2016 – 101,211 miles
  • 2015 – 97,205 miles
  • 2014 – 94,251 miles
  • 2013 – 91,084 miles
  • 2012 – 87,299 miles
  • 2010 – 82,818 miles
  • 2009 – 76,413 miles
  • 2008 – 67,736 miles
  • 2007 – 58,245 miles
  • 2006 – 36,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,147 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,147 miles (+6,570)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,147 miles
    Test number
    190997787018
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass148,577 miles (+3,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    148,577 miles
    Test number
    931916062232
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass145,144 miles (+4,866)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    145,144 miles
    Test number
    587753175327
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  4. Pass140,278 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,278 miles
    Test number
    226528206782
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  5. Fail140,278 miles (+7)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,278 miles
    Test number
    291868358345
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  6. Fail140,271 miles (+6,259)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,271 miles
    Test number
    110397433614
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass134,012 miles (+6,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    134,012 miles
    Test number
    856431365728
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass127,894 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,894 miles
    Test number
    629297868182
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail127,894 miles (+9,462)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,894 miles
    Test number
    528493379824
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass118,432 miles (+11,874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,432 miles
    Test number
    288131783249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass106,558 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,558 miles
    Test number
    671924506633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,211 miles (+4,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    101,211 miles
    Test number
    550432271795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar drop link top boot damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexy brake hose's perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge
  13. Pass97,205 miles (+2,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,205 miles
    Test number
    835417705138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass94,251 miles (+3,167)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,251 miles
    Test number
    646778314132
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front flexys perished
    • NoteSill kits fitted
  15. Pass91,084 miles (+3,785)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,084 miles
    Test number
    588855003132
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass87,299 miles (+4,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,299 miles
    Test number
    809759312127
    • 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)
  17. Pass82,818 miles (+6,405)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    82,818 miles
    Test number
    853737180288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,413 miles (+8,677)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,413 miles
    Test number
    171100439219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,736 miles
    Test number
    823936738229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,736 miles (+9,491)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,736 miles
    Test number
    733886938214
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass58,245 miles (+21,328)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,245 miles
    Test number
    773218927266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,917 miles
    Test number
    161271556150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 EOV

Does LB03 EOV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 EOV expired on 26 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 EOV?
The MOT on LB03 EOV expired on 26 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 EOV done?
LB03 EOV was recorded at 155,147 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2024, an average of 6,577 miles a year.
Has LB03 EOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 EOV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 EOV 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 EOV find?
LB03 EOV passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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