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BMW 316

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LE03 NXJMOT history

LE03 NXJ is a red petrol BMW 316 first used on 20 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 116,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2024.

LE03 NXJ red 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 10 Jan 2026
Mileage
116,186 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 NXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 NXJ was last recorded at 116,186 miles on 13 Dec 2024, 2,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,565 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2,621 miles
Average per year
4,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,186 miles
  • 2023 – 113,565 miles
  • 2022 – 111,048 miles
  • 2021 – 106,437 miles
  • 2019 – 104,761 miles
  • 2018 – 101,372 miles
  • 2017 – 97,739 miles
  • 2016 – 93,190 miles
  • 2015 – 88,435 miles
  • 2014 – 83,454 miles
  • 2012 – 73,883 miles
  • 2011 – 68,940 miles
  • 2010 – 63,720 miles
  • 2009 – 57,466 miles
  • 2008 – 52,394 miles
  • 2006 – 39,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,186 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside/nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside/nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside/nearside - outer edges wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside/nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside/nearside (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,186 miles (+2,621)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,186 miles
    Test number
    732816280421
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside/nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside/nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside/nearside - outer edges wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside/nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside/nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass113,565 miles (+2,517)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,565 miles
    Test number
    988210558978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,048 miles (+2,732)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,048 miles
    Test number
    766162997250
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,316 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    243576963122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,437 miles (+1,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,437 miles
    Test number
    941899973261
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights dim

  6. Pass104,761 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,761 miles
    Test number
    960544031831
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail104,756 miles (+3,384)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,756 miles
    Test number
    699016019676
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    101,372 miles
    Test number
    675822446950
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail101,369 miles (+3,630)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,369 miles
    Test number
    345376827465
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass97,739 miles (+4,549)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    97,739 miles
    Test number
    114045645253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass93,190 miles (+4,755)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,190 miles
    Test number
    604912621492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,435 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,435 miles
    Test number
    487080688247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,454 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,454 miles
    Test number
    559396244320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,589 miles
    Test number
    817719304099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,589 miles (+4,706)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,589 miles
    Test number
    868608504072
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass73,883 miles (+4,943)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    73,883 miles
    Test number
    158599042322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,940 miles
    Test number
    885356641332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,940 miles (+5,220)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,940 miles
    Test number
    896236641317
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass63,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,720 miles
    Test number
    250771450320
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail63,720 miles (+6,254)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,720 miles
    Test number
    290891850378
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass57,466 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,466 miles
    Test number
    180511259312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,394 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,394 miles
    Test number
    192020658324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,860 miles (+9,408)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,860 miles
    Test number
    494801018081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,452 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    39,452 miles
    Test number
    692744536394
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly corroded

Questions about LE03 NXJ

Does LE03 NXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 NXJ expired on 10 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 NXJ?
The MOT on LE03 NXJ expired on 10 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 NXJ done?
LE03 NXJ was recorded at 116,186 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2024, an average of 4,254 miles a year.
Has LE03 NXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 NXJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LE03 NXJ 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 LE03 NXJ find?
LE03 NXJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2024 with 6 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated offside/nearside; front coil spring corroded offside/nearside; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside/nearside - outer edges wearing, and 3 more.

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