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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 TXGMOT history

LB03 TXG is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 55,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
55,807 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 TXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 TXG was last recorded at 55,807 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,805 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,807 miles
  • 2025 – 52,519 miles
  • 2024 – 51,665 miles
  • 2023 – 50,245 miles
  • 2022 – 49,356 miles
  • 2020 – 46,307 miles
  • 2019 – 43,333 miles
  • 2018 – 41,480 miles
  • 2017 – 39,039 miles
  • 2016 – 36,596 miles
  • 2015 – 33,445 miles
  • 2014 – 32,562 miles
  • 2013 – 31,297 miles
  • 2012 – 28,064 miles
  • 2011 – 26,563 miles
  • 2010 – 24,577 miles
  • 2009 – 22,542 miles
  • 2008 – 20,262 miles
  • 2007 – 16,547 miles
  • 2006 – 12,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,807 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear NSR and OSR shock absorber dust covers detachedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,807 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    55,807 miles
    Test number
    695724755213
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear NSR and OSR shock absorber dust covers detached

  2. Fail55,805 miles (+3,286)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,805 miles
    Test number
    891828417271
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements NSR and OSR , no reserve travel on handbrake lever (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Badly stained (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear NSR and OSR shock absorber dust covers detached

  3. Pass52,519 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    52,519 miles
    Test number
    592020971119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe slightly corroded

  4. Fail52,514 miles (+849)6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    219413716701
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very low efficiency registered and not locking, handbrake lever has no free play and very high (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall has a deep cut/nick advise replacement tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn hard on edges and perishing on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread getting bad replacement advised (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass51,665 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    51,665 miles
    Test number
    218830577324
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake effort very low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail51,665 miles (+1,420)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,665 miles
    Test number
    606557153554
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake effort very low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass50,245 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    50,245 miles
    Test number
    679721255417
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail50,245 miles (+889)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,245 miles
    Test number
    862529581725
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass49,356 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    49,356 miles
    Test number
    704872155058
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 alloy wheels corroded inner rim
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail49,356 miles (+3,049)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,356 miles
    Test number
    601915049928
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 alloy wheels corroded inner rim
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass46,307 miles (+2,974)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    46,307 miles
    Test number
    808562425617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels very corroded and pitted around inner rim

  12. Pass43,333 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,333 miles
    Test number
    867686564376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged both shoulders and sidwalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels very corroded and pitted around inner rim

  13. Fail43,333 miles (+1,853)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,333 miles
    Test number
    741628815899
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged both shoulders and sidwalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels very corroded and pitted around inner rim

  14. Pass41,480 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    647007455330
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  15. Fail41,480 miles (+2,441)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    364033200139
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  16. Pass39,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    39,039 miles
    Test number
    131460038761
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  17. Fail39,039 miles (+511)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,039 miles
    Test number
    205393245717
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  18. Pass38,528 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,528 miles
    Test number
    286834581007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,596 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,596 miles
    Test number
    610421876243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,445 miles (+883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    33,445 miles
    Test number
    489517097211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner tread (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,562 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    32,562 miles
    Test number
    309611034355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,297 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,297 miles
    Test number
    465749613449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,064 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,064 miles
    Test number
    899097112367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,563 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,563 miles
    Test number
    829256201373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,577 miles (+2,035)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,577 miles
    Test number
    272523220328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,542 miles (+2,280)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,542 miles
    Test number
    693821839355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,262 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,262 miles
    Test number
    971545528365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,547 miles (+4,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,547 miles
    Test number
    184411557127
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass12,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,301 miles
    Test number
    280075866415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 TXG

Does LB03 TXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 TXG is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 TXG?
The MOT on LB03 TXG is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 TXG done?
LB03 TXG was recorded at 55,807 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 2,172 miles a year.
Has LB03 TXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 TXG has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 TXG 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 TXG find?
LB03 TXG passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 9 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front oil leak, but not excessive engine; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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