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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LC03 LSUMOT history

LC03 LSU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2023.

LC03 LSU silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2023
Mileage
106,368 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 LSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC03 LSU was last recorded at 106,368 miles on 3 Mar 2023, 600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,768 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
600 miles
Average per year
4,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 106,368 miles
  • 2022 – 105,768 miles
  • 2021 – 104,520 miles
  • 2020 – 101,023 miles
  • 2019 – 96,017 miles
  • 2018 – 91,695 miles
  • 2017 – 88,240 miles
  • 2016 – 85,703 miles
  • 2015 – 82,496 miles
  • 2014 – 78,958 miles
  • 2013 – 73,944 miles
  • 2012 – 70,113 miles
  • 2011 – 65,861 miles
  • 2009 – 59,604 miles
  • 2008 – 51,428 miles
  • 2007 – 40,984 miles
  • 2006 – 27,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,368 miles
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear fog lamp insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,368 miles (+600)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,368 miles
    Test number
    695732301123
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass105,768 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    105,768 miles
    Test number
    661844906462
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail105,768 miles (+1,248)1 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,768 miles
    Test number
    393637231751
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,520 miles
    Test number
    825244029569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,520 miles (+3,497)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,520 miles
    Test number
    172538972471
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass101,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    101,023 miles
    Test number
    394668257084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,023 miles (+5,006)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,023 miles
    Test number
    637479086204
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass96,017 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    338683902365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,695 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,695 miles
    Test number
    522184546364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,240 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,240 miles
    Test number
    997673316049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,703 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,703 miles
    Test number
    979537266734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,697 miles (+3,201)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,697 miles
    Test number
    255065922714
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  13. Pass82,496 miles (+3,538)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,496 miles
    Test number
    996033135038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,958 miles (+5,014)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,958 miles
    Test number
    859115704189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perrished / cracks in tread

  15. Pass73,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,944 miles
    Test number
    219414063057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,944 miles (+3,831)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,944 miles
    Test number
    447793763080
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass70,113 miles (+4,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,113 miles
    Test number
    139514652488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail65,861 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,861 miles
    Test number
    908207961046
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass65,861 miles (+6,257)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,861 miles
    Test number
    948137961095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,604 miles (+8,176)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,604 miles
    Test number
    321068559388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,428 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,428 miles
    Test number
    153541558315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,327 miles (+10,343)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,327 miles
    Test number
    930231948371
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass40,984 miles (+13,143)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,984 miles
    Test number
    841960347369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,841 miles (+3,718)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    27,841 miles
    Test number
    152774526377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,123 miles
    Test number
    972438626128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 LSU

Does LC03 LSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 LSU expired on 13 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 LSU?
The MOT on LC03 LSU expired on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 LSU done?
LC03 LSU was recorded at 106,368 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2023, an average of 4,890 miles a year.
Has LC03 LSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 LSU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LC03 LSU 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 LSU find?
LC03 LSU failed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2023 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle; front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush, and 6 more.

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