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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 VNRMOT history

LB03 VNR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
118,090 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VNR
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
23 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VNR was last recorded at 118,090 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 2,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,546 miles · 18 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,544 miles
Average per year
5,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,090 miles
  • 2024 – 115,546 miles
  • 2023 – 115,524 miles
  • 2022 – 115,478 miles
  • 2021 – 112,037 miles
  • 2020 – 106,015 miles
  • 2019 – 103,937 miles
  • 2018 – 100,565 miles
  • 2017 – 95,088 miles
  • 2016 – 90,275 miles
  • 2015 – 85,530 miles
  • 2014 – 80,083 miles
  • 2013 – 61,444 miles
  • 2012 – 36,982 miles
  • 2011 – 33,220 miles
  • 2010 – 26,880 miles
  • 2009 – 24,251 miles
  • 2008 – 21,407 miles
  • 2007 – 17,508 miles
  • 2006 – 11,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,090 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Hand brake slow to start

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,090 miles (+2,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,090 miles
    Test number
    886003270244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,546 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,546 miles
    Test number
    746668121498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,524 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    115,524 miles
    Test number
    477130349231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,478 miles (+3,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    115,478 miles
    Test number
    397652051978
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower wishbone rear pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,037 miles (+6,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    112,037 miles
    Test number
    322576265222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass106,015 miles (+2,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    106,015 miles
    Test number
    767716701381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,937 miles (+3,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    930571480089
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights over glazed poor out put

  8. Pass100,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,565 miles
    Test number
    197726167972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,565 miles (+5,477)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,565 miles
    Test number
    849263382317
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  10. Pass95,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,088 miles
    Test number
    774072786026
    • AdvisoryOffside Hand brake slow to start

  11. Fail95,088 miles (+4,813)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,088 miles
    Test number
    235132101639
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Hand brake slow to start

  12. Pass90,275 miles (+4,745)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,275 miles
    Test number
    919262203217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,530 miles (+5,447)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,530 miles
    Test number
    277233155115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,083 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,083 miles
    Test number
    277739274176
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass80,083 miles (+18,639)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,083 miles
    Test number
    947159474132
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass61,444 miles (+24,462)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,444 miles
    Test number
    886060583132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,982 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,982 miles
    Test number
    957784652030
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail36,982 miles (+3,762)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,982 miles
    Test number
    178924352078
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail33,220 miles (+1,999)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,220 miles
    Test number
    678752881118
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass31,221 miles (+4,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,221 miles
    Test number
    235246551014
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail26,880 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,880 miles
    Test number
    642190380144
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  22. Pass26,880 miles (+2,629)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,880 miles
    Test number
    910230480108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  23. Pass24,251 miles (+2,844)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,251 miles
    Test number
    400307169165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass21,407 miles (+3,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,407 miles
    Test number
    462541668143
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass17,508 miles (+5,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    17,508 miles
    Test number
    264819767176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass11,989 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    11,989 miles
    Test number
    812578376171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll four tyres outer walls slight damage.

Questions about LB03 VNR

Does LB03 VNR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VNR expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VNR?
The MOT on LB03 VNR expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VNR done?
LB03 VNR was recorded at 118,090 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 5,519 miles a year.
Has LB03 VNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VNR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB03 VNR 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 VNR find?
LB03 VNR passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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