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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LD03 YTJMOT history

LD03 YTJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 105,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

LD03 YTJ blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,982 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 YTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 YTJ was last recorded at 105,982 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 5,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,328 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,654 miles
Average per year
4,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,982 miles
  • 2024 – 100,328 miles
  • 2023 – 95,465 miles
  • 2022 – 89,008 miles
  • 2021 – 84,357 miles
  • 2020 – 80,551 miles
  • 2019 – 74,244 miles
  • 2018 – 69,596 miles
  • 2017 – 65,650 miles
  • 2016 – 61,940 miles
  • 2015 – 56,438 miles
  • 2014 – 51,346 miles
  • 2013 – 45,749 miles
  • 2012 – 45,325 miles
  • 2011 – 44,065 miles
  • 2010 – 41,586 miles
  • 2009 – 35,631 miles
  • 2008 – 30,231 miles
  • 2007 – 21,505 miles
  • 2006 – 16,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,982 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,982 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,982 miles
    Test number
    321637242448
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail105,982 miles (+5,654)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,982 miles
    Test number
    120431160602
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass100,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,328 miles
    Test number
    749413477567
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail100,328 miles (+4,863)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,328 miles
    Test number
    957271039388
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass95,465 miles (+6,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,465 miles
    Test number
    400430480276
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass89,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,008 miles
    Test number
    468940977541
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail89,008 miles (+4,651)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,008 miles
    Test number
    527032190256
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,357 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    84,357 miles
    Test number
    930525731506
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail84,357 miles (+3,806)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,357 miles
    Test number
    153664421590
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass80,551 miles (+6,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,551 miles
    Test number
    903494313404
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  11. Pass74,244 miles (+4,648)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,244 miles
    Test number
    984937760137
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pads slihgtly low
    • AdvisoryNearside haed brake slightly low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass69,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,596 miles
    Test number
    191438665119
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail69,596 miles (+3,946)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,596 miles
    Test number
    354096940442
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass65,650 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,650 miles
    Test number
    819339974135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,940 miles
    Test number
    791826794931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,940 miles (+5,502)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,940 miles
    Test number
    425395922421
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass56,438 miles (+5,092)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    816421205122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,346 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,346 miles
    Test number
    717522304175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,749 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,749 miles
    Test number
    489279513161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perish

  20. Pass45,749 miles (+424)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,749 miles
    Test number
    596059313135
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perish

  21. Pass45,325 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,325 miles
    Test number
    779439042180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,065 miles
    Test number
    119381061143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,065 miles (+2,479)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,065 miles
    Test number
    518161161150
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass41,586 miles (+5,955)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,586 miles
    Test number
    241778010493
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSmall cut in N/S/F tyre sidewall

  25. Pass35,631 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,631 miles
    Test number
    153433299461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,630 miles (+5,399)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,630 miles
    Test number
    182962599036
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass30,231 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,231 miles
    Test number
    363216598092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,143 miles (+8,638)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,143 miles
    Test number
    204901798080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass21,505 miles (+4,896)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,505 miles
    Test number
    291307887078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,609 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,609 miles
    Test number
    672847586034
    • NoteExhaust front pipe bracket corroded

  31. Fail16,609 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,609 miles
    Test number
    763867586035
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust front pipe bracket corroded

Questions about LD03 YTJ

Does LD03 YTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 YTJ is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD03 YTJ?
The MOT on LD03 YTJ is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 YTJ done?
LD03 YTJ was recorded at 105,982 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 4,543 miles a year.
Has LD03 YTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 YTJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 YTJ 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 YTJ find?
LD03 YTJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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