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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD03 LPUMOT history

LD03 LPU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 109,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LD03 LPU 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 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,444 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 LPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 LPU was last recorded at 109,444 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,513 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
931 miles
Average per year
4,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,444 miles
  • 2025 – 108,513 miles
  • 2024 – 99,998 miles
  • 2023 – 98,877 miles
  • 2022 – 96,122 miles
  • 2021 – 95,012 miles
  • 2020 – 92,001 miles
  • 2019 – 90,122 miles
  • 2018 – 88,090 miles
  • 2017 – 83,434 miles
  • 2016 – 80,543 miles
  • 2015 – 74,841 miles
  • 2014 – 71,022 miles
  • 2013 – 64,244 miles
  • 2012 – 56,919 miles
  • 2011 – 49,562 miles
  • 2010 – 43,909 miles
  • 2009 – 38,497 miles
  • 2008 – 32,935 miles
  • 2007 – 27,211 miles
  • 2006 – 21,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,444 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,444 miles
    Test number
    733438999368
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,444 miles (+931)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,444 miles
    Test number
    926562347088
    • Repaired at testExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,513 miles (+8,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    108,513 miles
    Test number
    922817450978
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,998 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    99,998 miles
    Test number
    450484517671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,877 miles (+2,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    98,877 miles
    Test number
    256312569269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material alongside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,122 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,122 miles
    Test number
    228958705808
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    536038831984
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass95,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,012 miles
    Test number
    437895726955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    121077883892
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass92,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    681293125278
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail92,001 miles (+1,879)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    712606435590
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass90,122 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,122 miles
    Test number
    196681872204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,090 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,090 miles
    Test number
    337261213732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,434 miles
    Test number
    179336257731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,434 miles (+2,891)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,434 miles
    Test number
    411539659474
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass80,543 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,543 miles
    Test number
    912333552036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,841 miles (+3,819)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,841 miles
    Test number
    669234735135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,022 miles
    Test number
    246472434444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail71,022 miles (+6,778)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,022 miles
    Test number
    285722534192
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass64,244 miles (+7,325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,244 miles
    Test number
    448646133175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass56,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,919 miles
    Test number
    208025122435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail56,919 miles (+7,357)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,919 miles
    Test number
    489575422134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass49,562 miles (+5,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,562 miles
    Test number
    277209431168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass43,909 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,909 miles
    Test number
    841520130129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail43,906 miles (+5,409)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,906 miles
    Test number
    900076520166
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass38,497 miles (+5,562)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,497 miles
    Test number
    192319529151
    • NotePlay found in lower front nearside and offside suspension arm end bushes

  27. Pass32,935 miles (+5,724)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,935 miles
    Test number
    223511138420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs look worn thin recommend new discs
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn very thin recommend new pads
    • NoteOffside rear tyre look worn low!!
    • NoteRecommend new tyres

  28. Pass27,211 miles (+6,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,211 miles
    Test number
    274211737426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass21,025 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,025 miles
    Test number
    811706726145
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine oil low

Questions about LD03 LPU

Does LD03 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 LPU is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 LPU?
The MOT on LD03 LPU is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 LPU done?
LD03 LPU was recorded at 109,444 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 4,380 miles a year.
Has LD03 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 LPU has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 LPU 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 LPU find?
LD03 LPU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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