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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LD03 DBZMOT history

LD03 DBZ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 134,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

LD03 DBZ black 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 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
134,106 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 DBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 DBZ was last recorded at 134,106 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,106 miles · 20 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,106 miles
  • 2024 – 131,831 miles
  • 2023 – 129,337 miles
  • 2022 – 124,341 miles
  • 2021 – 118,495 miles
  • 2020 – 116,047 miles
  • 2019 – 109,416 miles
  • 2018 – 102,516 miles
  • 2017 – 100,466 miles
  • 2016 – 97,505 miles
  • 2014 – 95,901 miles
  • 2013 – 92,570 miles
  • 2012 – 85,960 miles
  • 2011 – 79,955 miles
  • 2010 – 71,884 miles
  • 2009 – 57,864 miles
  • 2008 – 46,365 miles
  • 2007 – 35,421 miles
  • 2006 – 28,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,106 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under tray fitted obscuring some underside component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    134,106 miles
    Test number
    898768337285
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside rear

  2. Fail134,106 miles (+2,275)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,106 miles
    Test number
    643200418017
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside rear

  3. Pass131,831 miles (+2,494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,831 miles
    Test number
    335615642306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension corroded.

  4. Pass129,337 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,337 miles
    Test number
    482737184613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail129,337 miles (+4,996)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,337 miles
    Test number
    922307729793
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass124,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    124,341 miles
    Test number
    344209558701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail124,341 miles (+5,846)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,341 miles
    Test number
    664926560394
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass118,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    354804848385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail118,495 miles (+2,448)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,495 miles
    Test number
    888137681727
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass116,047 miles (+6,631)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,047 miles
    Test number
    323527292432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,416 miles (+6,900)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,416 miles
    Test number
    469958467590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,516 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,516 miles
    Test number
    639284553889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,466 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    544868113709
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some underside component
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail100,466 miles (+2,961)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    749570833435
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some underside component
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass97,505 miles (+1,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,505 miles
    Test number
    931107748026
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass95,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,901 miles
    Test number
    475523944353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,901 miles (+3,331)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,901 miles
    Test number
    576653344313
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass92,570 miles (+55)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    92,570 miles
    Test number
    267081143349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail92,515 miles (+6,555)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,515 miles
    Test number
    847020133398
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass85,960 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,960 miles
    Test number
    425924632306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail85,929 miles (+5,974)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    246622532383
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass79,955 miles (+129)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    79,955 miles
    Test number
    959561641378
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Fail79,826 miles (+7,942)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,826 miles
    Test number
    188524531371
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Fail71,884 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,884 miles
    Test number
    691126930399
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass71,884 miles (+14,020)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    71,884 miles
    Test number
    843746030337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass57,864 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,864 miles
    Test number
    212686899126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail57,699 miles (+11,334)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,699 miles
    Test number
    790054289196
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT TYRES SCRUBBING ON OUTER EDGES POSSIBLE COMBINATION BETWEEN WHEEL ALINGNMENT AND OR EXCESSIVILY WORN FRONT SUSPENSION BUSHES VEHICLE COVERED 11,000 MILES SINCE LAST YEARS ADVISORY

  28. Pass46,365 miles (+10,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    672727198193
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail35,421 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    210218797131
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass35,421 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    632958297191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass35,200 miles (+6,923)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,200 miles
    Test number
    713134527171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass28,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,277 miles
    Test number
    174127896438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 DBZ

Does LD03 DBZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 DBZ expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 DBZ?
The MOT on LD03 DBZ expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 DBZ done?
LD03 DBZ was recorded at 134,106 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 5,437 miles a year.
Has LD03 DBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 DBZ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 DBZ 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 LD03 DBZ find?
LD03 DBZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion to underside rear.

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