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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD03 OCLMOT history

LD03 OCL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2022 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

LD03 OCL blue 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 10 Aug 2022
Mileage
115,901 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 OCL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD03 OCL was last recorded at 115,901 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 3,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,676 miles · 11 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,225 miles
Average per year
5,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,901 miles
  • 2021 – 112,676 miles
  • 2020 – 109,251 miles
  • 2019 – 105,610 miles
  • 2018 – 100,299 miles
  • 2017 – 94,903 miles
  • 2016 – 88,841 miles
  • 2015 – 82,940 miles
  • 2014 – 76,607 miles
  • 2013 – 69,887 miles
  • 2012 – 63,580 miles
  • 2011 – 56,902 miles
  • 2010 – 51,564 miles
  • 2009 – 44,977 miles
  • 2008 – 38,852 miles
  • 2007 – 31,355 miles
  • 2006 – 24,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,901 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,901 miles (+3,225)1 dangerous13 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,901 miles
    Test number
    137708757814
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass112,676 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,676 miles
    Test number
    316774255219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail112,545 miles (+3,294)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,545 miles
    Test number
    870712897966
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket modified and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass109,251 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,251 miles
    Test number
    108970647839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,241 miles (+3,631)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,241 miles
    Test number
    101733839638
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass105,610 miles (+5,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    105,610 miles
    Test number
    459447014262
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit n/s weak

  7. Pass100,299 miles (+5,396)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,299 miles
    Test number
    759105611665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,903 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    382862290260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,801 miles (+5,960)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,801 miles
    Test number
    488435601601
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main rear feed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main rear feed (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass88,841 miles (+5,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    702838956565
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both main rear feeds (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryH/brake effort on limit

  11. Pass82,940 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    82,940 miles
    Test number
    944429059466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,928 miles (+6,321)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,928 miles
    Test number
    116632569791
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass76,607 miles (+6,720)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    789876314236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,887 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,887 miles
    Test number
    806360023246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail69,887 miles (+6,307)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,887 miles
    Test number
    428150923242
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass63,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,580 miles
    Test number
    669579002200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail63,572 miles (+6,670)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,572 miles
    Test number
    879199202254
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass56,902 miles (+5,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,902 miles
    Test number
    958180311293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass51,564 miles (+6,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,564 miles
    Test number
    501974210221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass44,977 miles (+6,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,977 miles
    Test number
    502546919296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass38,852 miles (+7,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,852 miles
    Test number
    272308018243
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,355 miles (+6,843)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,355 miles
    Test number
    232725817250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,512 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,512 miles
    Test number
    941252226210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,949 miles
    Test number
    862639156091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 OCL

Does LD03 OCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 OCL expired on 10 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 OCL?
The MOT on LD03 OCL expired on 10 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 OCL done?
LD03 OCL was recorded at 115,901 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 5,611 miles a year.
Has LD03 OCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 OCL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 OCL 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 OCL find?
LD03 OCL failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; front registration plate inscription illegible, and 25 more.

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