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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LD03 JFUMOT history

LD03 JFU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2022.

LD03 JFU 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 Jul 2023
Mileage
95,251 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 JFU
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
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 JFU was last recorded at 95,251 miles on 23 Jul 2022, 1,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2016: 81,354 miles, lower than 84,709 miles on 26 May 2015.

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
93,599 miles · 12 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,652 miles
Average per year
3,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,251 miles
  • 2021 – 93,599 miles
  • 2019 – 91,635 miles
  • 2018 – 90,196 miles
  • 2017 – 88,758 miles
  • 2016 – 87,387 miles
  • 2015 – 84,709 miles
  • 2014 – 81,148 miles
  • 2013 – 76,156 miles
  • 2012 – 71,111 miles
  • 2010 – 65,672 miles
  • 2009 – 59,152 miles
  • 2008 – 48,811 miles
  • 2007 – 44,122 miles
  • 2006 – 36,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,251 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Recommend attention (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,251 miles (+1,652)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    95,251 miles
    Test number
    215288127594
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Recommend attention (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass93,599 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    782233079694
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail93,599 miles (+1,964)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    710361981567
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass91,635 miles (+1,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,635 miles
    Test number
    119263193128
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. Pass90,196 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,196 miles
    Test number
    445229219923
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail90,196 miles (+1,438)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,196 miles
    Test number
    176506286223
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass88,758 miles (+1,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,758 miles
    Test number
    307985554299
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass87,387 miles (+6,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,387 miles
    Test number
    358887470431
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system rusted (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail81,354 miles (-3,355)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,354 miles
    Test number
    244676098244
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mount in very poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal in poor condition just acceptable as could hear it was sealead.
    • AdvisoryOil leak[s].

  10. Pass84,709 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    117656245153
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail84,709 miles (+3,561)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    398416745148
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass81,148 miles (+33)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    619049594043
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteOil leaks

  13. Fail81,115 miles (+4,959)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,115 miles
    Test number
    979394194029
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  14. Pass76,156 miles (+5,045)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,156 miles
    Test number
    317791253000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,111 miles (+5,439)1 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,111 miles
    Test number
    907740742088
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear exhaust box pipe joint cracked at weld

  16. Pass65,672 miles (+6,520)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,672 miles
    Test number
    873597440326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,152 miles (+10,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,152 miles
    Test number
    382644849361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass48,811 miles (+4,689)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    48,811 miles
    Test number
    123138908328
    • NoteAll discs starting to corrode
    • NoteRear pads low

  19. Pass44,122 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,122 miles
    Test number
    572413717302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,116 miles (+7,486)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,116 miles
    Test number
    152042617301
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass36,630 miles (+5,081)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,630 miles
    Test number
    682334156398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,549 miles
    Test number
    142278886495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 JFU

Does LD03 JFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 JFU expired on 22 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 JFU?
The MOT on LD03 JFU expired on 22 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 JFU done?
LD03 JFU was recorded at 95,251 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2022, an average of 3,904 miles a year.
Has LD03 JFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 JFU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LD03 JFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 JFU find?
LD03 JFU passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2022 with 10 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend attention; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged; fuel cap seal perished, and 7 more.

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