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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD03 VNLMOT history

LD03 VNL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2024.

LD03 VNL 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 21 Nov 2025
Mileage
103,987 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 VNL
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
25 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 VNL was last recorded at 103,987 miles on 7 Nov 2024, 1,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,543 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,444 miles
Average per year
3,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,987 miles
  • 2023 – 102,543 miles
  • 2022 – 101,848 miles
  • 2021 – 100,710 miles
  • 2020 – 98,978 miles
  • 2019 – 95,029 miles
  • 2018 – 91,166 miles
  • 2017 – 89,583 miles
  • 2016 – 86,096 miles
  • 2015 – 82,101 miles
  • 2014 – 76,853 miles
  • 2013 – 70,245 miles
  • 2012 – 65,683 miles
  • 2011 – 60,373 miles
  • 2010 – 56,873 miles
  • 2009 – 51,808 miles
  • 2008 – 47,051 miles
  • 2007 – 40,385 miles
  • 2006 – 34,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,987 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear jacking point corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,987 miles (+1,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,987 miles
    Test number
    773747074550
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass102,543 miles (+695)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,543 miles
    Test number
    192590201492
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass101,848 miles (+1,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    101,848 miles
    Test number
    595445115797
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,710 miles (+1,732)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,710 miles
    Test number
    333941138557
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear jacking point coroded

  5. Pass98,978 miles (+3,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,978 miles
    Test number
    991167654736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,029 miles (+2,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,029 miles
    Test number
    301560675515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point corroded

  7. Pass92,472 miles (+1,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,472 miles
    Test number
    349618157817
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,166 miles (+1,583)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,166 miles
    Test number
    110206489746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass89,583 miles (+3,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,583 miles
    Test number
    240428326348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass86,096 miles (+3,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,096 miles
    Test number
    344709035935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail82,101 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,101 miles
    Test number
    106631515163
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass82,101 miles (+5,248)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,101 miles
    Test number
    918481915121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,853 miles (+6,608)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,853 miles
    Test number
    208247004481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,245 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,245 miles
    Test number
    206192103433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,683 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,683 miles
    Test number
    178286292485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail65,683 miles (+5,310)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,683 miles
    Test number
    706416792071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass60,373 miles (+3,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,373 miles
    Test number
    667718801130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass56,873 miles (+5,065)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,873 miles
    Test number
    584654500122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMovement in front lower suspension arms

  19. Pass51,808 miles (+4,757)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    981990619183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,051 miles (+6,666)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,051 miles
    Test number
    162284718106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,385 miles (+6,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,385 miles
    Test number
    733946907141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass34,219 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,219 miles
    Test number
    370870716191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,567 miles
    Test number
    750126576005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 VNL

Does LD03 VNL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 VNL expired on 21 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 VNL?
The MOT on LD03 VNL expired on 21 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 VNL done?
LD03 VNL was recorded at 103,987 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2024, an average of 3,831 miles a year.
Has LD03 VNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 VNL has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on LD03 VNL 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 VNL find?
LD03 VNL passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2024 with 3 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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