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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB03 SYUMOT history

LB03 SYU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
147,833 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 SYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 SYU was last recorded at 147,833 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 4,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,471 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,362 miles
Average per year
4,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,833 miles
  • 2024 – 143,471 miles
  • 2023 – 140,023 miles
  • 2022 – 137,740 miles
  • 2021 – 136,360 miles
  • 2020 – 134,895 miles
  • 2019 – 133,339 miles
  • 2017 – 131,321 miles
  • 2016 – 129,608 miles
  • 2015 – 126,588 miles
  • 2014 – 123,303 miles
  • 2013 – 114,341 miles
  • 2012 – 107,263 miles
  • 2011 – 100,290 miles
  • 2010 – 93,350 miles
  • 2009 – 79,514 miles
  • 2008 – 66,987 miles
  • 2007 – 63,720 miles
  • 2006 – 57,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,833 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryAll coil overs very rusty

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,833 miles (+4,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,833 miles
    Test number
    720763651405
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil overs very rusty

  2. Pass143,471 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,471 miles
    Test number
    758591371293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,023 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,023 miles
    Test number
    547179798342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,740 miles
    Test number
    275886484679
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail137,740 miles (+1,380)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,740 miles
    Test number
    835733108796
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,360 miles (+1,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    136,360 miles
    Test number
    333282525375
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass134,895 miles (+1,556)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,895 miles
    Test number
    571710588398
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Bracket, broken/fractured (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass133,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,339 miles
    Test number
    347533568552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail133,339 miles (+2,018)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,339 miles
    Test number
    341637766290
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass131,321 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    131,321 miles
    Test number
    188331049267
    • AdvisoryAll tyres at inner treads worn
    • AdvisoryAll tyres at inner treads worn

  11. Fail131,321 miles (+1,713)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,321 miles
    Test number
    689458622615
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres at inner treads worn
    • AdvisoryAll tyres at inner treads worn

  12. Pass129,608 miles (+3,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    129,608 miles
    Test number
    523643376948
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension coil over slight movement in hub fixing!
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass126,588 miles (+3,285)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    126,588 miles
    Test number
    118536828031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass123,303 miles (+8,962)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    123,303 miles
    Test number
    269640684209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass114,341 miles (+7,078)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,341 miles
    Test number
    555905973288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    107,263 miles
    Test number
    335452082242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail107,262 miles (+6,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,262 miles
    Test number
    546342182247
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Fail100,290 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,290 miles
    Test number
    388746881205
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNear side rear tyer outer wall cut

  19. Pass100,290 miles (+6,940)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    100,290 miles
    Test number
    655256881202
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNear side rear tyer outer wall cut

  20. Pass93,350 miles (+13,836)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    710356370271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,514 miles (+12,527)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,514 miles
    Test number
    201171489238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront washer jets weak

  22. Pass66,987 miles (+3,267)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    681053478219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,720 miles (+6,595)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,720 miles
    Test number
    713018587277
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN

  24. Pass57,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    57,125 miles
    Test number
    992901556206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 SYU

Does LB03 SYU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 SYU expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 SYU?
The MOT on LB03 SYU expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 SYU done?
LB03 SYU was recorded at 147,833 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 4,764 miles a year.
Has LB03 SYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 SYU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 SYU 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 SYU find?
LB03 SYU passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; all coil overs very rusty.

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