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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LC03 LSFMOT history

LC03 LSF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 132,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

LC03 LSF blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
132,284 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 LSF
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
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 LSF was last recorded at 132,284 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,322 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
962 miles
Average per year
5,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,284 miles
  • 2024 – 131,322 miles
  • 2023 – 130,364 miles
  • 2022 – 129,905 miles
  • 2021 – 124,198 miles
  • 2020 – 116,998 miles
  • 2019 – 107,818 miles
  • 2018 – 100,240 miles
  • 2017 – 91,650 miles
  • 2016 – 84,413 miles
  • 2015 – 78,674 miles
  • 2014 – 72,766 miles
  • 2013 – 57,156 miles
  • 2012 – 56,136 miles
  • 2011 – 54,355 miles
  • 2010 – 50,556 miles
  • 2009 – 46,401 miles
  • 2008 – 41,477 miles
  • 2007 – 37,522 miles
  • 2006 – 29,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,284 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both front and rear indicators discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear tyres close to limit and very worn inner treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,284 miles (+962)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    132,284 miles
    Test number
    203629741084
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    185941941196
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail131,322 miles (+958)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    668548924107
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault 02 IGNITION CIRCUIT / BELT TENSIONER DRIVER (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass130,364 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,364 miles
    Test number
    784499691610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,363 miles (+458)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,363 miles
    Test number
    871181992145
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,905 miles (+40)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,905 miles
    Test number
    381173625305
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear indicators discoloured
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to limit and very worn inner treads
    • AdvisorySlight bind offside front brake
    • AdvisorySlight judder offside front brake

  7. Fail129,865 miles (+76)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,865 miles
    Test number
    666169897541
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear indicators discoloured
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to limit and very worn inner treads
    • AdvisorySlight bind offside front brake
    • AdvisorySlight judder offside front brake

  8. Fail129,789 miles (+5,591)3 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,789 miles
    Test number
    816678234515
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,198 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,198 miles
    Test number
    747751295113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail124,196 miles (+7,198)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,196 miles
    Test number
    749651750064
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass116,998 miles (+9,180)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,998 miles
    Test number
    643525270675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,818 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,818 miles
    Test number
    189951639139
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail107,765 miles (+7,525)2 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,765 miles
    Test number
    894705869545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass100,240 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,240 miles
    Test number
    200462926690
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail100,217 miles (+8,567)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,217 miles
    Test number
    492321026687
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass91,650 miles (+7,237)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,650 miles
    Test number
    625150883853
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn.
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged.
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake performance low recommend adjustment.
    • AdvisoryOil leaks.
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak from rear box.
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen.

  17. Pass84,413 miles (+5,739)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    711650038632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake requires attention

  18. Pass78,674 miles (+5,908)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,674 miles
    Test number
    419295905143
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat in rear unable to check all rear belts
    • NoteO/s mirror casing damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass72,766 miles (+3)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,766 miles
    Test number
    147661424186
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail72,763 miles (+15,607)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,763 miles
    Test number
    925980824162
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass57,156 miles (+1,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,156 miles
    Test number
    386166013134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass56,136 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,136 miles
    Test number
    248286342443
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  23. Fail56,136 miles (+1,781)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,136 miles
    Test number
    428736442121
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  24. Pass54,355 miles (+3,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,355 miles
    Test number
    358461541135
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass50,556 miles (+4,155)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,556 miles
    Test number
    511134940127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,401 miles (+4,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,401 miles
    Test number
    531732749128
    • 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)

  27. Pass41,477 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,477 miles
    Test number
    482277138110
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on in ner edge

  28. Fail41,477 miles (+3,955)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,477 miles
    Test number
    853725738110
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on in ner edge

  29. Pass37,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,522 miles
    Test number
    811635537175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail37,522 miles (+8,512)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,522 miles
    Test number
    201365837195
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  31. Pass29,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,010 miles
    Test number
    241015536199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail29,010 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,010 miles
    Test number
    671165836173
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about LC03 LSF

Does LC03 LSF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC03 LSF is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC03 LSF?
The MOT on LC03 LSF is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC03 LSF done?
LC03 LSF was recorded at 132,284 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 5,298 miles a year.
Has LC03 LSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 LSF has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC03 LSF 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 LC03 LSF find?
LC03 LSF passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust mounting defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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