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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB03 MPFMOT history

LB03 MPF is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2023
Mileage
150,905 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 MPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 MPF was last recorded at 150,905 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,905 miles · 9 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 150,905 miles
  • 2021 – 149,496 miles
  • 2020 – 148,092 miles
  • 2019 – 140,592 miles
  • 2018 – 128,899 miles
  • 2017 – 123,271 miles
  • 2016 – 112,744 miles
  • 2015 – 90,978 miles
  • 2014 – 86,500 miles
  • 2013 – 82,270 miles
  • 2012 – 78,006 miles
  • 2011 – 75,863 miles
  • 2010 – 70,856 miles
  • 2009 – 63,574 miles
  • 2008 – 57,487 miles
  • 2007 – 47,099 miles
  • 2006 – 37,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,905 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside and offside front brake hoses loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,905 miles
    Test number
    294814610735
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail150,905 miles (+1,409)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,905 miles
    Test number
    832775449678
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass149,496 miles (+1,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,496 miles
    Test number
    418079119109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass148,092 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,092 miles
    Test number
    689696549916
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake hoses loose

  5. Fail148,091 miles (+7,499)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,091 miles
    Test number
    200631478285
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55 R16 pirelli cinturato P7 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake hoses loose

  6. Pass140,592 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,592 miles
    Test number
    426258884018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail140,591 miles (+11,692)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,591 miles
    Test number
    772656273939
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass128,899 miles (+5,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,899 miles
    Test number
    337724141783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass123,271 miles (+10,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,271 miles
    Test number
    524329321333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass112,744 miles (+21,766)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,744 miles
    Test number
    793010322827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,978 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,978 miles
    Test number
    196738975186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass90,978 miles (+4,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,978 miles
    Test number
    437888475103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass86,500 miles (+4,230)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,500 miles
    Test number
    988018174163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,270 miles (+4,264)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,270 miles
    Test number
    759979973184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,006 miles (+2,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    556010582136
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass75,863 miles (+5,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,863 miles
    Test number
    207894361189
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass70,856 miles (+7,282)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,856 miles
    Test number
    502688160174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,574 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,574 miles
    Test number
    514247279193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail63,562 miles (+6,075)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,562 miles
    Test number
    240323879138
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass57,487 miles (+10,388)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    823939468107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,099 miles (+9,540)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,099 miles
    Test number
    244866667104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,559 miles
    Test number
    114694376199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,558 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,558 miles
    Test number
    182984076108
    • 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)

Questions about LB03 MPF

Does LB03 MPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 MPF expired on 22 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 MPF?
The MOT on LB03 MPF expired on 22 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 MPF done?
LB03 MPF was recorded at 150,905 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 6,882 miles a year.
Has LB03 MPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 MPF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 MPF 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 MPF find?
LB03 MPF passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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