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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LB03 MFZMOT history

LB03 MFZ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 185,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
185,686 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 MFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 MFZ was last recorded at 185,686 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 3,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,651 miles · 19 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,035 miles
Average per year
7,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,686 miles
  • 2024 – 182,651 miles
  • 2023 – 179,071 miles
  • 2022 – 176,426 miles
  • 2021 – 171,766 miles
  • 2020 – 166,955 miles
  • 2019 – 159,460 miles
  • 2018 – 154,070 miles
  • 2017 – 149,345 miles
  • 2016 – 143,667 miles
  • 2015 – 137,426 miles
  • 2014 – 129,286 miles
  • 2013 – 119,048 miles
  • 2012 – 109,125 miles
  • 2011 – 97,411 miles
  • 2010 – 87,346 miles
  • 2009 – 77,697 miles
  • 2008 – 64,094 miles
  • 2007 – 51,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,686 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,686 miles (+3,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    185,686 miles
    Test number
    922646918740
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,651 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    182,651 miles
    Test number
    824132548317
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail182,651 miles (+3,580)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,651 miles
    Test number
    735249826068
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass179,071 miles (+2,645)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    179,071 miles
    Test number
    932960142615
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass176,426 miles (+4,660)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    176,426 miles
    Test number
    501341955641
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass171,766 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    171,766 miles
    Test number
    503899979450
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail171,766 miles (+4,811)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,766 miles
    Test number
    370730777713
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass166,955 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,955 miles
    Test number
    815969921163
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail166,955 miles (+7,495)2 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,955 miles
    Test number
    922525248526
    • DangerousFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass159,460 miles (+5,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    159,460 miles
    Test number
    842451954945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass154,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    517595792965
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail154,070 miles (+4,725)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    566977462688
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass149,345 miles (+5,678)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    149,345 miles
    Test number
    580718444557
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass143,667 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    143,667 miles
    Test number
    527354019541
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail143,667 miles (+6,241)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,667 miles
    Test number
    553693530582
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass137,426 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    137,426 miles
    Test number
    808475715115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Fail137,426 miles (+8,140)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,426 miles
    Test number
    935615315187
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass129,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    129,286 miles
    Test number
    207764414104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail129,286 miles (+10,238)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,286 miles
    Test number
    236444114476
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass119,048 miles (+9,923)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    119,048 miles
    Test number
    925446903158
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass109,125 miles (+11,714)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    109,125 miles
    Test number
    257365812195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Pass97,411 miles (+10,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,411 miles
    Test number
    869658001177
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass87,346 miles (+9,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,346 miles
    Test number
    383355900125
    • AdvisoryInner Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass77,697 miles (+13,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    77,697 miles
    Test number
    240030729494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,094 miles (+35)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    931425818193
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear

  26. Fail64,059 miles (+12,450)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,059 miles
    Test number
    253374118145
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear

  27. Pass51,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,609 miles
    Test number
    230991127428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,609 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,609 miles
    Test number
    363247717185
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB03 MFZ

Does LB03 MFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 MFZ is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 MFZ?
The MOT on LB03 MFZ is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 MFZ done?
LB03 MFZ was recorded at 185,686 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 7,257 miles a year.
Has LB03 MFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 MFZ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 MFZ 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 MFZ find?
LB03 MFZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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