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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LD03 WKLMOT history

LD03 WKL is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 169,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LD03 WKL silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
169,629 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 WKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 WKL was last recorded at 169,629 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 11,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,994 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,635 miles
Average per year
6,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,629 miles
  • 2025 – 157,994 miles
  • 2024 – 145,449 miles
  • 2023 – 134,945 miles
  • 2022 – 126,646 miles
  • 2021 – 115,202 miles
  • 2020 – 105,946 miles
  • 2019 – 95,770 miles
  • 2018 – 94,443 miles
  • 2017 – 90,748 miles
  • 2016 – 87,352 miles
  • 2015 – 84,078 miles
  • 2014 – 80,724 miles
  • 2013 – 77,056 miles
  • 2012 – 74,363 miles
  • 2011 – 70,545 miles
  • 2010 – 66,162 miles
  • 2009 – 61,841 miles
  • 2008 – 55,625 miles
  • 2007 – 47,153 miles
  • 2006 – 40,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,629 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake effort low
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm of tread approx (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside handbrake effort low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside lower screen damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,629 miles (+11,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,629 miles
    Test number
    599653580130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm of tread approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lowers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass157,994 miles (+794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,994 miles
    Test number
    720677069048
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail157,200 miles (+11,751)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,200 miles
    Test number
    165610444524
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,449 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,449 miles
    Test number
    385347285052
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside lower screen damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear upper shock inserts corroded

  5. Fail145,448 miles (+10,503)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,448 miles
    Test number
    682009019032
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside lower screen damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass134,945 miles (+8,299)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,945 miles
    Test number
    961951959811
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm of tread approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside lower screen damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass126,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,646 miles
    Test number
    490450552651
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread depth 2 mm approx.

  8. Fail126,646 miles (+11,444)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,646 miles
    Test number
    107362903490
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass115,202 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,202 miles
    Test number
    911277322507
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront lower screen damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail115,201 miles (+9,255)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,201 miles
    Test number
    101332614919
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront lower screen damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass105,946 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,946 miles
    Test number
    713573460499
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear inners outer ends before flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Slight brake judder (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail105,943 miles (+10,173)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,943 miles
    Test number
    298126376440
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front inner rear mosts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear inners outer ends before flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass95,770 miles (+1,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,770 miles
    Test number
    820964775886
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear inners (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front inner rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass94,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    94,443 miles
    Test number
    396234699469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,443 miles (+3,695)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,443 miles
    Test number
    344808831904
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass90,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,748 miles
    Test number
    160611005181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,748 miles (+3,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,748 miles
    Test number
    859221472776
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass87,352 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,352 miles
    Test number
    530453766845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,078 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,078 miles
    Test number
    298211565131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,724 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,724 miles
    Test number
    965562464182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,056 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,056 miles
    Test number
    475865963117
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass77,056 miles (+2,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,056 miles
    Test number
    519785863154
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass74,363 miles (+3,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,363 miles
    Test number
    355527462146
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass70,545 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,545 miles
    Test number
    155498661182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,162 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,162 miles
    Test number
    552270280102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,841 miles
    Test number
    560073569193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,841 miles (+6,216)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,841 miles
    Test number
    361443069194
    • FailureSuspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass55,625 miles (+8,472)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,625 miles
    Test number
    153621998183
    • NoteSlight play in both front ball joints
    • NoteSlight play in front contol arm back bushs
    • NoteSlight play in inner rack joints

  29. Pass47,153 miles (+6,900)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    47,153 miles
    Test number
    793386777191
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn very close to legal limit 1.7mm

  30. Pass40,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,253 miles
    Test number
    491506486186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,253 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,253 miles
    Test number
    524185586132
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LD03 WKL

Does LD03 WKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 WKL is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 WKL?
The MOT on LD03 WKL is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 WKL done?
LD03 WKL was recorded at 169,629 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 6,441 miles a year.
Has LD03 WKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 WKL has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 WKL 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 WKL find?
LD03 WKL passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear handbrake effort low; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm of tread approx; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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