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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB03 VWRMOT history

LB03 VWR is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2024
Mileage
131,353 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VWR was last recorded at 131,353 miles on 24 Aug 2023, 10,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,353 miles · 23 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
10,000 miles
Average per year
5,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,353 miles
  • 2022 – 119,964 miles
  • 2021 – 118,103 miles
  • 2020 – 116,063 miles
  • 2019 – 110,693 miles
  • 2018 – 105,706 miles
  • 2017 – 101,076 miles
  • 2016 – 95,999 miles
  • 2015 – 91,645 miles
  • 2014 – 87,433 miles
  • 2013 – 83,071 miles
  • 2012 – 76,046 miles
  • 2011 – 69,801 miles
  • 2010 – 63,276 miles
  • 2009 – 54,063 miles
  • 2008 – 46,414 miles
  • 2007 – 45,336 miles
  • 2006 – 43,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,353 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,353 miles (+10,000)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,353 miles
    Test number
    669191585303
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail121,353 miles (+1,389)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,353 miles
    Test number
    138688610256
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass119,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,964 miles
    Test number
    933966002406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,959 miles (+1,856)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,959 miles
    Test number
    763098543384
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass118,103 miles (+2,040)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    118,103 miles
    Test number
    452196138427
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,063 miles (+5,370)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    116,063 miles
    Test number
    623735579346
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass110,693 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,693 miles
    Test number
    228382934102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,706 miles (+4,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,706 miles
    Test number
    360185441181
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass101,076 miles (+5,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,076 miles
    Test number
    863827451622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass95,999 miles (+93)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,999 miles
    Test number
    509878344385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear inner lamp lenses delaminating.
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt slow to retract.

  11. Fail95,906 miles (+4,261)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,906 miles
    Test number
    952565057868
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear inner lamp lenses delaminating.
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt slow to retract.

  12. Pass91,645 miles (+4,212)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,645 miles
    Test number
    767843275157
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass87,433 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,433 miles
    Test number
    897982984123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,071 miles (+7,025)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,071 miles
    Test number
    776448773159
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass76,046 miles (+6,245)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,046 miles
    Test number
    478660782141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass69,801 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,801 miles
    Test number
    277885871416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail69,799 miles (+6,523)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,799 miles
    Test number
    787824171115
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pad worn close to wear sensor.

  18. Pass63,276 miles (+9,213)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    763140480124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront wishbone rear mounts going soft

  19. Pass54,063 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,063 miles
    Test number
    361566479159
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit to pass test NOW.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn close to minimum to pass test.

  20. Fail54,063 miles (+7,649)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,063 miles
    Test number
    794755079106
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit to pass test NOW.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn close to minimum to pass test.

  21. Pass46,414 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,414 miles
    Test number
    390553788112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,336 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,336 miles
    Test number
    503054707236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,173 miles
    Test number
    583249626276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VWR

Does LB03 VWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VWR expired on 23 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VWR?
The MOT on LB03 VWR expired on 23 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VWR done?
LB03 VWR was recorded at 131,353 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2023, an average of 5,182 miles a year.
Has LB03 VWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VWR has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 VWR 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 VWR find?
LB03 VWR passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides.

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