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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LD03 DMEMOT history

LD03 DME is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

LD03 DME black 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 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,997 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 DME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 DME was last recorded at 82,997 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 4,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,820 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,177 miles
Average per year
3,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,997 miles
  • 2024 – 78,820 miles
  • 2023 – 72,807 miles
  • 2022 – 69,598 miles
  • 2021 – 64,742 miles
  • 2020 – 60,180 miles
  • 2019 – 53,206 miles
  • 2018 – 47,474 miles
  • 2017 – 44,026 miles
  • 2016 – 41,623 miles
  • 2015 – 39,854 miles
  • 2014 – 37,079 miles
  • 2013 – 33,652 miles
  • 2012 – 31,416 miles
  • 2011 – 27,916 miles
  • 2010 – 22,371 miles
  • 2009 – 18,899 miles
  • 2008 – 16,115 miles
  • 2007 – 13,824 miles
  • 2006 – 11,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,997 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,997 miles (+4,177)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,997 miles
    Test number
    639261962291
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass78,820 miles (+6,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    78,820 miles
    Test number
    513076990523
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES, COVERED IN GREASE. (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass72,807 miles (+3,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,807 miles
    Test number
    559928718576
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushies (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass69,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    69,598 miles
    Test number
    193734794430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,598 miles (+4,856)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,598 miles
    Test number
    966570561946
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass64,742 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,742 miles
    Test number
    993630757119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,180 miles (+6,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    60,180 miles
    Test number
    923169885995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass53,206 miles (+5,732)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,206 miles
    Test number
    169923088387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread & outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer sidewall perished

  9. Pass47,474 miles (+3,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,474 miles
    Test number
    800963659851
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to crack and perish

  10. Pass44,026 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,026 miles
    Test number
    799450467319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,025 miles (+2,402)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,025 miles
    Test number
    576606615936
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass41,623 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,623 miles
    Test number
    745703510518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,854 miles (+2,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,854 miles
    Test number
    779845435574
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray

  14. Pass37,079 miles (+3,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,079 miles
    Test number
    639783454249
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass33,652 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,652 miles
    Test number
    287949453254
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail33,646 miles (+2,230)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,646 miles
    Test number
    558856653241
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass31,416 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,416 miles
    Test number
    588515552222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,916 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,916 miles
    Test number
    305964241406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,371 miles (+3,472)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,371 miles
    Test number
    594235640228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,899 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,899 miles
    Test number
    653300459236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,115 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,115 miles
    Test number
    930530228198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,824 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,824 miles
    Test number
    624013997018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    11,924 miles
    Test number
    104974396016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 DME

Does LD03 DME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 DME is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD03 DME?
The MOT on LD03 DME is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 DME done?
LD03 DME was recorded at 82,997 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 3,627 miles a year.
Has LD03 DME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 DME has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 DME 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 DME find?
LD03 DME passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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