BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 EPAMOT history

LB03 EPA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 106,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
106,640 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,684 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB03 EPA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 EPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 EPA was last recorded at 106,640 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 2,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,621 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,019 miles
Average per year
4,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,640 miles
  • 2025 – 104,621 miles
  • 2024 – 98,102 miles
  • 2023 – 89,896 miles
  • 2022 – 89,357 miles
  • 2021 – 88,701 miles
  • 2020 – 88,434 miles
  • 2019 – 87,972 miles
  • 2018 – 86,291 miles
  • 2017 – 83,776 miles
  • 2016 – 82,846 miles
  • 2015 – 79,338 miles
  • 2014 – 69,851 miles
  • 2013 – 57,726 miles
  • 2012 – 46,683 miles
  • 2011 – 32,862 miles
  • 2010 – 26,682 miles
  • 2009 – 20,458 miles
  • 2008 – 15,007 miles
  • 2007 – 13,985 miles
  • 2006 – 10,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,640 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall Damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,640 miles (+2,019)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,640 miles
    Test number
    648467602676
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall Damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,621 miles (+6,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,621 miles
    Test number
    477588991325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,102 miles (+8,206)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,102 miles
    Test number
    981886478924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,896 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    89,896 miles
    Test number
    477787718848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,827 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,827 miles
    Test number
    867626067826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,357 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,357 miles
    Test number
    668752821836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,701 miles (+267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    88,701 miles
    Test number
    278358166879
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass88,434 miles (+462)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    88,434 miles
    Test number
    281784148463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,972 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,972 miles
    Test number
    215117877094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail87,971 miles (+1,680)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,971 miles
    Test number
    162206420791
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass86,291 miles (+2,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,291 miles
    Test number
    782537233734
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass83,776 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,776 miles
    Test number
    515024997981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,846 miles (+3,508)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,846 miles
    Test number
    197264829934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,338 miles (+9,487)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,338 miles
    Test number
    315903255148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    365657534161
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  16. Fail69,851 miles (+12,125)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    419704134155
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  17. Pass57,726 miles (+11,043)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,726 miles
    Test number
    415531153145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,683 miles (+13,821)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,683 miles
    Test number
    207467842185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,862 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,862 miles
    Test number
    339578331185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,858 miles (+6,176)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,858 miles
    Test number
    245387131437
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on

  21. Pass26,682 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,682 miles
    Test number
    471984450185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,458 miles (+5,451)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,458 miles
    Test number
    954232059124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,007 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,007 miles
    Test number
    381165918178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,985 miles (+3,583)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    13,985 miles
    Test number
    840834547166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail10,402 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,402 miles
    Test number
    264623336074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  26. Pass10,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,402 miles
    Test number
    853373436028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 EPA

Does LB03 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 EPA is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 EPA?
The MOT on LB03 EPA is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 EPA done?
LB03 EPA was recorded at 106,640 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 4,684 miles a year.
Has LB03 EPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 EPA has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LB03 EPA 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 EPA find?
LB03 EPA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB03E registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.