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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB03 VPPMOT history

LB03 VPP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 45,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
45,063 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VPP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VPP was last recorded at 45,063 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,864 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
199 miles
Average per year
1,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 45,063 miles
  • 2024 – 44,864 miles
  • 2023 – 44,483 miles
  • 2022 – 43,933 miles
  • 2021 – 43,482 miles
  • 2020 – 42,881 miles
  • 2019 – 41,986 miles
  • 2018 – 41,281 miles
  • 2017 – 40,429 miles
  • 2016 – 39,618 miles
  • 2015 – 38,893 miles
  • 2014 – 37,858 miles
  • 2013 – 36,212 miles
  • 2012 – 34,632 miles
  • 2011 – 32,908 miles
  • 2010 – 31,138 miles
  • 2009 – 29,201 miles
  • 2008 – 25,183 miles
  • 2007 – 21,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,063 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension arm corroded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    45,063 miles
    Test number
    956360993709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension arm corroded.

  2. Fail45,061 miles (+197)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    486568790902
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing one (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension arm corroded.

  3. Pass44,864 miles (+381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    44,864 miles
    Test number
    473262339148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass44,483 miles (+550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    44,483 miles
    Test number
    570208623715
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass43,933 miles (+451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    43,933 miles
    Test number
    676774427985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass43,482 miles (+601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    43,482 miles
    Test number
    992890763300
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass42,881 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,881 miles
    Test number
    366659676363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,986 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    645154950803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail41,986 miles (+705)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    887730168507
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass41,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,281 miles
    Test number
    703078181942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,281 miles (+852)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,281 miles
    Test number
    541735881873
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass40,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,429 miles
    Test number
    131527480250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,429 miles (+811)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,429 miles
    Test number
    723582968604
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass39,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,618 miles
    Test number
    958671590792
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail39,618 miles (+725)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,618 miles
    Test number
    646158659356
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass38,893 miles (+1,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,893 miles
    Test number
    848646690436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass37,858 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    37,858 miles
    Test number
    368143094479
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail37,858 miles (+1,646)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,858 miles
    Test number
    745923294265
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass36,212 miles (+1,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,212 miles
    Test number
    575790543256
    • NoteUnder vehicle oil mist around the gearbox

  20. Pass34,632 miles (+1,724)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,632 miles
    Test number
    386776232455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,908 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,908 miles
    Test number
    478177031235
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts on the side wall no cord showin
    • NoteOffside front tyre parished

  22. Pass32,908 miles (+1,770)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,908 miles
    Test number
    695947131278
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts on the side wall no cord showin
    • NoteOffside front tyre parished

  23. Pass31,138 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    31,138 miles
    Test number
    470265530217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,201 miles (+4,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,201 miles
    Test number
    422932909206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass25,183 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,183 miles
    Test number
    854928498005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,288 miles
    Test number
    330696287055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VPP

Does LB03 VPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 VPP is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VPP?
The MOT on LB03 VPP is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 VPP done?
LB03 VPP was recorded at 45,063 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 1,274 miles a year.
Has LB03 VPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VPP has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 VPP 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 VPP find?
LB03 VPP passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension arm corroded..

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