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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LD03 LZHMOT history

LD03 LZH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

LD03 LZH 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 25 Oct 2024
Mileage
162,245 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 LZH
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
9 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 LZH was last recorded at 162,245 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 10,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,566 miles · 19 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
10,679 miles
Average per year
6,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,245 miles
  • 2022 – 151,566 miles
  • 2021 – 145,258 miles
  • 2020 – 135,696 miles
  • 2019 – 133,461 miles
  • 2018 – 126,870 miles
  • 2017 – 116,399 miles
  • 2016 – 111,642 miles
  • 2015 – 103,817 miles
  • 2014 – 97,937 miles
  • 2013 – 93,571 miles
  • 2012 – 88,975 miles
  • 2011 – 83,255 miles
  • 2010 – 76,436 miles
  • 2009 – 70,009 miles
  • 2008 – 63,719 miles
  • 2007 – 53,873 miles
  • 2006 – 42,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,245 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Wipers has poor operation.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,245 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    162,245 miles
    Test number
    593955865441
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers has poor operation.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail162,245 miles (+10,679)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,245 miles
    Test number
    679083967506
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers has poor operation.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass151,566 miles (+6,308)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,566 miles
    Test number
    958281493706
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass145,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,258 miles
    Test number
    722338441275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail145,258 miles (+9,562)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,258 miles
    Test number
    241195933458
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,696 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,696 miles
    Test number
    118067673647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,461 miles (+6,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,461 miles
    Test number
    469969400120
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  8. Pass126,870 miles (+2,740)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,870 miles
    Test number
    533157324551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,130 miles (+7,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,130 miles
    Test number
    920049906812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass116,399 miles (+4,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,399 miles
    Test number
    418994564981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has multiple cuts.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass111,642 miles (+7,825)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,642 miles
    Test number
    232558618068
    • AdvisoryALL 4 BRAKE FLEXIBLE PIPES PERISHING
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES SIDEWALL DAMAGE 225/40/18Z
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM 225/35/18Z (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5MM 235/35/18Z (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWASHERS LAZY TO OPERATE

  12. Pass103,817 miles (+5,880)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,817 miles
    Test number
    137342955195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,937 miles (+4,366)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,937 miles
    Test number
    136875354143
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear axle leaking oil

  14. Pass93,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    357154753174
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  15. Fail93,571 miles (+4,596)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    705274253157
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  16. Pass88,975 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    88,975 miles
    Test number
    985500662135
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  17. Fail88,975 miles (+5,720)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,975 miles
    Test number
    616180562120
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  18. Pass83,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    83,255 miles
    Test number
    895787741194
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail83,255 miles (+6,819)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,255 miles
    Test number
    985207141142
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass76,436 miles (+6,427)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,436 miles
    Test number
    343821040195
    • NoteOffside rear number plate bulb cover is missing
    • NoteRear diff damp
    • NoteRear number plate is deteriating
    • NoteSlight movement in the nearside front TCA bush

  21. Pass70,009 miles (+6,290)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,009 miles
    Test number
    322443039136
    • NoteSlight movement in both the front TCa bushs
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside front wheel

  22. Pass63,719 miles (+9,846)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    214862858132
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play and movement in both the front TCA bush's
    • NoteSlight play in both the front wheel's

  23. Pass53,873 miles (+11,488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    53,873 miles
    Test number
    434896837109
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade

  24. Pass42,385 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,385 miles
    Test number
    463911456115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,382 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,382 miles
    Test number
    294540556406
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD03 LZH

Does LD03 LZH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 LZH expired on 25 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 LZH?
The MOT on LD03 LZH expired on 25 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 LZH done?
LD03 LZH was recorded at 162,245 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 6,901 miles a year.
Has LD03 LZH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 LZH has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 LZH 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 LZH find?
LD03 LZH passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front wipers has poor operation.; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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