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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LE03 OALMOT history

LE03 OAL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 278,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2023.

LE03 OAL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2024
Mileage
278,989 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2023
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
13,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 OAL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 OAL was last recorded at 278,989 miles on 13 Sept 2023, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
278,882 miles · 24 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
13,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 278,989 miles
  • 2022 – 265,479 miles
  • 2021 – 254,551 miles
  • 2020 – 242,897 miles
  • 2019 – 229,373 miles
  • 2018 – 214,579 miles
  • 2017 – 204,521 miles
  • 2016 – 191,467 miles
  • 2015 – 180,758 miles
  • 2014 – 167,279 miles
  • 2013 – 156,432 miles
  • 2012 – 144,903 miles
  • 2011 – 135,443 miles
  • 2010 – 125,941 miles
  • 2009 – 115,260 miles
  • 2008 – 105,343 miles
  • 2007 – 77,684 miles
  • 2006 – 48,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass278,989 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass278,989 miles (+107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    278,989 miles
    Test number
    285655891906
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail278,882 miles (+13,403)3 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,882 miles
    Test number
    605652086835
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported rear to front (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass265,479 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    265,479 miles
    Test number
    208574308351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail265,305 miles (+10,754)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,305 miles
    Test number
    768078882356
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass254,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    254,551 miles
    Test number
    114461886454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail254,551 miles (+11,654)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,551 miles
    Test number
    211789973344
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass242,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    242,897 miles
    Test number
    904195818887
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail242,897 miles (+13,524)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,897 miles
    Test number
    651189700894
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass229,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    229,373 miles
    Test number
    536850608377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail229,373 miles (+14,794)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,373 miles
    Test number
    147714393955
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass214,579 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    214,579 miles
    Test number
    583909029812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail214,579 miles (+10,058)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,579 miles
    Test number
    643609580496
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort not working (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass204,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    204,521 miles
    Test number
    400764267510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail204,521 miles (+13,054)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,521 miles
    Test number
    118097883999
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR ON WISHBONE (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR ON WISHBONE (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively TORN (8.2.2)

  15. Pass191,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    191,467 miles
    Test number
    779081641207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail191,467 miles (+10,709)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,467 miles
    Test number
    498004850303
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported MOUNTING BROKEN (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass180,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    180,758 miles
    Test number
    465646595079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail180,758 miles (+13,479)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,758 miles
    Test number
    588024795066
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass167,279 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    167,279 miles
    Test number
    116378774495
    • NoteFront tyres on limits
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty

  20. Fail167,279 miles (+10,847)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,279 miles
    Test number
    795332874088
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres on limits
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty

  21. Pass156,432 miles (+11,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    156,432 miles
    Test number
    218801873086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass144,903 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    144,903 miles
    Test number
    739416272001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  23. Fail144,903 miles (+9,460)2 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,903 miles
    Test number
    668665172074
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  24. Pass135,443 miles (+9,502)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    135,443 miles
    Test number
    956986961041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass125,941 miles (+10,681)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    125,941 miles
    Test number
    872607960009
    • NoteAll tyres worn edges

  26. Pass115,260 miles (+9,917)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    115,260 miles
    Test number
    890274669056
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass105,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    105,343 miles
    Test number
    281805198028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  28. Fail105,343 miles (+773)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,343 miles
    Test number
    522824198001
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  29. Fail104,570 miles (+26,886)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    243427678030
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteWear/play found in steering,possibly either worn drag links(drum sticks) or rams

  30. Pass77,684 miles (+28,797)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    77,684 miles
    Test number
    583041487033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass48,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,887 miles
    Test number
    863372086085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail48,887 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,887 miles
    Test number
    893502286078
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE03 OAL

Does LE03 OAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 OAL expired on 12 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 OAL?
The MOT on LE03 OAL expired on 12 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 OAL done?
LE03 OAL was recorded at 278,989 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2023, an average of 13,167 miles a year.
Has LE03 OAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 OAL has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LE03 OAL 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 OAL find?
LE03 OAL passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing and bump stop.

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