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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LB03 XJLMOT history

LB03 XJL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,082 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 XJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 XJL was last recorded at 114,082 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,004 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,078 miles
Average per year
4,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,082 miles
  • 2025 – 113,004 miles
  • 2023 – 107,633 miles
  • 2022 – 102,630 miles
  • 2021 – 98,312 miles
  • 2020 – 94,490 miles
  • 2019 – 87,215 miles
  • 2018 – 85,051 miles
  • 2017 – 82,819 miles
  • 2016 – 79,172 miles
  • 2015 – 73,299 miles
  • 2014 – 66,036 miles
  • 2013 – 58,153 miles
  • 2012 – 57,754 miles
  • 2011 – 54,293 miles
  • 2010 – 48,146 miles
  • 2008 – 38,999 miles
  • 2007 – 25,305 miles
  • 2006 – 19,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,082 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged misshaped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,082 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,082 miles
    Test number
    484293575018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,004 miles (+5,371)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    113,004 miles
    Test number
    696002036077
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass107,633 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,633 miles
    Test number
    315037571721
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail107,633 miles (+5,003)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,633 miles
    Test number
    169049643996
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged misshaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass102,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    817282935586
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear calliper outer retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail102,630 miles (+4,318)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    223287831464
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear calliper outer retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass98,312 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,312 miles
    Test number
    237197735846
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear caliper clip missing
  8. Fail98,295 miles (+3,805)8 major1 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,295 miles
    Test number
    706828905599
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced at rear floor area forward of fuel tank (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorUpper Oil leaking excessively from engine possibly from cam cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective at gearbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at rear floor area forward of fuel tank (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake caliper spring clip missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Offside & nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive at differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Offside & nearside upper covers loose (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside & nearside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished slightly
  9. Pass94,490 miles (+7,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,490 miles
    Test number
    822307179456
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded
  10. Pass87,215 miles (+2,164)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,215 miles
    Test number
    666780754645
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside inner d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes close to fuel filter mounting position (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass85,051 miles (+2,232)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    804432010051
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken
  12. Pass82,819 miles (+3,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,819 miles
    Test number
    513383548338
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass79,172 miles (+5,873)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,172 miles
    Test number
    903594418432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust hanger adrift,exhaust system still secure.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted covering certain testable items.
  14. Pass73,299 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,299 miles
    Test number
    847982065188
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken
  15. Fail73,296 miles (+7,260)2 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,296 miles
    Test number
    236742965422
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken
  16. Pass66,036 miles (+7)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,036 miles
    Test number
    879574464158
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight cracking in tread pattern
  17. Fail66,029 miles (+7,876)1 dangerous2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,029 miles
    Test number
    405743464146
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight cracking in tread pattern
  18. Pass58,153 miles5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,153 miles
    Test number
    336282063104
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail58,153 miles (+399)3 failures7 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,153 miles
    Test number
    309982663125
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass57,754 miles (+3,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,754 miles
    Test number
    767417142252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass54,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,293 miles
    Test number
    526120361217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,293 miles (+6,147)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,293 miles
    Test number
    656790661259
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  23. Pass48,146 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,146 miles
    Test number
    774714440275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,999 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,999 miles
    Test number
    163696568363
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  25. Fail38,999 miles (+13,694)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,999 miles
    Test number
    634706768348
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  26. Pass25,305 miles (+5,959)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,305 miles
    Test number
    981013097147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,346 miles
    Test number
    914230376205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 XJL

Does LB03 XJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 XJL is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 XJL?
The MOT on LB03 XJL is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 XJL done?
LB03 XJL was recorded at 114,082 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 4,791 miles a year.
Has LB03 XJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 XJL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 XJL 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 XJL find?
LB03 XJL passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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