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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD03 USCMOT history

LD03 USC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 119,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2024.

LD03 USC silver 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 15 Feb 2025
Mileage
119,448 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 USC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 USC was last recorded at 119,448 miles on 16 Feb 2024, 5,969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,479 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,969 miles
Average per year
6,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,448 miles
  • 2023 – 113,479 miles
  • 2022 – 99,952 miles
  • 2020 – 95,077 miles
  • 2019 – 86,025 miles
  • 2018 – 80,335 miles
  • 2017 – 78,974 miles
  • 2016 – 75,830 miles
  • 2015 – 68,813 miles
  • 2014 – 60,778 miles
  • 2013 – 44,242 miles
  • 2012 – 34,887 miles
  • 2011 – 29,522 miles
  • 2009 – 18,059 miles
  • 2008 – 12,985 miles
  • 2007 – 11,185 miles
  • 2006 – 10,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,448 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,448 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    119,448 miles
    Test number
    961787317146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail119,448 miles (+5,969)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,448 miles
    Test number
    343453901990
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass113,479 miles (+13,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,479 miles
    Test number
    679338467434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,952 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,952 miles
    Test number
    301228607126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,077 miles (+9,052)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,077 miles
    Test number
    378649401307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,025 miles
    Test number
    231565313029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail86,025 miles (+5,690)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,025 miles
    Test number
    256370526325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass80,335 miles (+1,361)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,335 miles
    Test number
    349751674972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,974 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,974 miles
    Test number
    284327305213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,830 miles (+7,017)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    303419984119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,813 miles (+8,035)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,813 miles
    Test number
    148551575096
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass60,778 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,778 miles
    Test number
    579063484248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,658 miles (+16,416)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    517281984238
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass44,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    317647983222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,242 miles (+1,772)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    337157583464
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass42,470 miles (+7,583)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,470 miles
    Test number
    446609163102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,887 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,887 miles
    Test number
    905802772147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,471 miles (+3,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,471 miles
    Test number
    385596112000
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass29,522 miles (+13)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,522 miles
    Test number
    145465721496
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs geting rusty
    • NoteN/s front tyre has lump off rubber out of side wall

  20. Fail29,509 miles (+11,450)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,509 miles
    Test number
    137729811463
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth n/s tyres have lumps off rubber out off side walls
    • NoteFront discs geting rusty
    • NoteRear tyres getting low on tread

  21. Pass18,059 miles (+5,074)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    18,059 miles
    Test number
    140589929241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,985 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,985 miles
    Test number
    172462238287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,185 miles (+1,101)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    11,185 miles
    Test number
    312208217471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,084 miles
    Test number
    352232446481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 USC

Does LD03 USC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 USC expired on 15 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 USC?
The MOT on LD03 USC expired on 15 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 USC done?
LD03 USC was recorded at 119,448 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2024, an average of 6,262 miles a year.
Has LD03 USC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 USC has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 USC 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 USC find?
LD03 USC passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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