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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LC03 WDVMOT history

LC03 WDV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 140,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2023.

LC03 WDV 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 15 Jun 2024
Mileage
140,406 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 WDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 WDV was last recorded at 140,406 miles on 16 Jun 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 May 2008: 38,011 miles, lower than 55,073 miles on 18 Dec 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,403 miles · 15 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,406 miles
  • 2022 – 131,513 miles
  • 2021 – 113,755 miles
  • 2019 – 104,849 miles
  • 2018 – 98,458 miles
  • 2017 – 95,871 miles
  • 2016 – 94,741 miles
  • 2015 – 92,846 miles
  • 2014 – 89,082 miles
  • 2013 – 86,574 miles
  • 2012 – 79,851 miles
  • 2011 – 70,788 miles
  • 2010 – 52,545 miles
  • 2009 – 46,762 miles
  • 2008 – 38,011 miles
  • 2007 – 55,073 miles
  • 2006 – 33,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,406 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,406 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,406 miles
    Test number
    437177875416
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail140,403 miles (+8,890)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,403 miles
    Test number
    510438375525
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass131,513 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,513 miles
    Test number
    671144372225
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight levelling switch working opposite to markings on switch
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp one bolt not tight, headlamp still secure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r metal brake pipe surface corrosion/greased

  4. Fail131,513 miles (+17,758)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,513 miles
    Test number
    184959870320
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight levelling switch working opposite to markings on switch
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp one bolt not tight, headlamp still secure
    • AdvisoryO/s/r metal brake pipe surface corrosion/greased

  5. Pass113,755 miles (+8,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,755 miles
    Test number
    507613394682
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre's wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront no plate slight damage
    • AdvisorySecond exhaust box from rear started to split

  6. Pass104,849 miles (+6,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,849 miles
    Test number
    668764214266
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass98,458 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,458 miles
    Test number
    458455245541
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail98,355 miles (+2,484)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,355 miles
    Test number
    340420826698
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass95,871 miles (+1,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,871 miles
    Test number
    814852921712
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  10. Pass94,741 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,741 miles
    Test number
    150545003506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,846 miles (+3,764)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,846 miles
    Test number
    599208244599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    305708594481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail89,082 miles (+2,508)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    296328594286
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail86,574 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    775125503331
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass86,574 miles (+6,723)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    785175803343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass79,851 miles (+9,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,851 miles
    Test number
    745441952298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass70,788 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    759552871197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,756 miles (+18,211)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,756 miles
    Test number
    368778561148
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass52,545 miles (+47)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,545 miles
    Test number
    823656420141
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail52,498 miles (+5,736)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,498 miles
    Test number
    301421720154
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass46,762 miles (+8,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,762 miles
    Test number
    471808469193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass38,011 miles (-17,062)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,011 miles
    Test number
    523384738106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,073 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    55,073 miles
    Test number
    683062357316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail55,073 miles (+21,266)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,073 miles
    Test number
    972122157327
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass33,807 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,807 miles
    Test number
    850142456250
    • 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)

Questions about LC03 WDV

Does LC03 WDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 WDV expired on 15 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 WDV?
The MOT on LC03 WDV expired on 15 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 WDV done?
LC03 WDV was recorded at 140,406 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2023, an average of 6,358 miles a year.
Has LC03 WDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 WDV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LC03 WDV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 May 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC03 WDV find?
LC03 WDV passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre slightly damaged outer sidwall.

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