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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 TZPMOT history

LB03 TZP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,574 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 TZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 TZP was last recorded at 101,574 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,825 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
749 miles
Average per year
3,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,574 miles
  • 2024 – 100,825 miles
  • 2023 – 100,175 miles
  • 2022 – 96,816 miles
  • 2021 – 95,478 miles
  • 2020 – 94,314 miles
  • 2019 – 92,613 miles
  • 2018 – 90,401 miles
  • 2017 – 87,754 miles
  • 2016 – 85,332 miles
  • 2015 – 82,566 miles
  • 2014 – 79,714 miles
  • 2013 – 75,153 miles
  • 2012 – 72,031 miles
  • 2011 – 68,644 miles
  • 2010 – 64,816 miles
  • 2009 – 60,391 miles
  • 2008 – 55,604 miles
  • 2007 – 51,146 miles
  • 2006 – 47,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,574 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,574 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,574 miles
    Test number
    806326426753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,825 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,825 miles
    Test number
    270684286786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,175 miles (+3,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    100,175 miles
    Test number
    981490547153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHair line crack in n/s/r wheel
  4. Pass96,816 miles (+1,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,816 miles
    Test number
    412483720528
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  5. Pass95,478 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,478 miles
    Test number
    918454692323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,314 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,314 miles
    Test number
    664124750261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,613 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,613 miles
    Test number
    845577051297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,401 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    90,401 miles
    Test number
    996621647288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,754 miles (+2,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,754 miles
    Test number
    173083928902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass85,332 miles (+2,766)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    85,332 miles
    Test number
    660462395911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,566 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,566 miles
    Test number
    848394474830
    • AdvisoryFront both inner track arms slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside edge 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
  12. Fail82,565 miles (+2,851)4 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    906365593497
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront both inner track arms slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside edge 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
  13. Pass79,714 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,714 miles
    Test number
    488837354387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,153 miles (+3,122)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    75,153 miles
    Test number
    797231153332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    72,031 miles
    Test number
    215923352358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,031 miles (+3,387)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,031 miles
    Test number
    268213952330
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail68,644 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    478677741407
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass68,644 miles (+3,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    679677741334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass64,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,816 miles
    Test number
    202345850306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,816 miles (+4,425)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,816 miles
    Test number
    210855850363
    • 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)
  21. Pass60,391 miles (+4,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,391 miles
    Test number
    242224349363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass55,604 miles (+4,458)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    134588248315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,146 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    51,146 miles
    Test number
    801987457357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,811 miles (+6,770)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    47,811 miles
    Test number
    423926356444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    253754386470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 TZP

Does LB03 TZP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 TZP is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 TZP?
The MOT on LB03 TZP is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 TZP done?
LB03 TZP was recorded at 101,574 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 3,114 miles a year.
Has LB03 TZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 TZP has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2015.
Has the mileage on LB03 TZP 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 TZP find?
LB03 TZP passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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