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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LD03 WLUMOT history

LD03 WLU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2024.

LD03 WLU 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 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
111,966 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 WLU
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
30 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 WLU was last recorded at 111,966 miles on 5 Jul 2024, 7,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,282 miles · 8 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
7,684 miles
Average per year
5,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,966 miles
  • 2023 – 104,282 miles
  • 2022 – 101,508 miles
  • 2021 – 95,881 miles
  • 2020 – 91,202 miles
  • 2019 – 87,075 miles
  • 2018 – 83,258 miles
  • 2017 – 77,720 miles
  • 2016 – 70,084 miles
  • 2015 – 64,138 miles
  • 2014 – 57,111 miles
  • 2013 – 50,737 miles
  • 2012 – 35,689 miles
  • 2011 – 34,316 miles
  • 2010 – 31,129 miles
  • 2009 – 28,492 miles
  • 2008 – 24,047 miles
  • 2007 – 20,867 miles
  • 2006 – 16,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,966 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryJacking point slightly corroded n/s/r
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  • AdvisoryOil level low

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, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,966 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    111,966 miles
    Test number
    926050263070
    • AdvisoryJacking point slightly corroded n/s/r
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  2. Fail111,966 miles (+7,684)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,966 miles
    Test number
    744581790270
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryJacking point slightly corroded n/s/r
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  3. Pass104,282 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,282 miles
    Test number
    124524410531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,508 miles (+5,627)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    101,508 miles
    Test number
    805995005429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,881 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,881 miles
    Test number
    842805555068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,202 miles (+4,127)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    514141777511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,075 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,075 miles
    Test number
    958493681526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail87,072 miles (+3,814)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,072 miles
    Test number
    233331070332
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass83,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,258 miles
    Test number
    395495945887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,258 miles (+5,538)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,258 miles
    Test number
    243995428657
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass77,720 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,720 miles
    Test number
    870245216128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,719 miles (+7,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,719 miles
    Test number
    406339241839
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass70,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,084 miles
    Test number
    396285958942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,083 miles (+5,945)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,083 miles
    Test number
    360034651897
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass64,138 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,138 miles
    Test number
    707095123273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,111 miles
    Test number
    166813304338
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail57,111 miles (+6,374)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,111 miles
    Test number
    877476994294
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass50,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,737 miles
    Test number
    289743603352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,737 miles (+15,048)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,737 miles
    Test number
    135671403352
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass35,689 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,689 miles
    Test number
    675051612153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,316 miles (+3,187)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,316 miles
    Test number
    676659731130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,129 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,129 miles
    Test number
    223791040471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,492 miles (+4,445)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    28,492 miles
    Test number
    482179049154
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyre treads low and outer walls cut but not to cords (pirelli 255/35zr1894ye/l)

  24. Pass24,047 miles (+3,180)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,047 miles
    Test number
    973751298014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,867 miles (+4,400)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,867 miles
    Test number
    721444707158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  26. Pass16,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,467 miles
    Test number
    943087286045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 WLU

Does LD03 WLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 WLU expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 WLU?
The MOT on LD03 WLU expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 WLU done?
LD03 WLU was recorded at 111,966 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2024, an average of 5,226 miles a year.
Has LD03 WLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 WLU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 WLU 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 WLU find?
LD03 WLU passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2024 with 13 advisories: jacking point slightly corroded n/s/r; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 10 more.

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