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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LE03 ORJMOT history

LE03 ORJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 135,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LE03 ORJ silver 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 12 May 2027
Mileage
135,862 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 ORJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 ORJ was last recorded at 135,862 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 3,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,567 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,295 miles
Average per year
5,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,862 miles
  • 2025 – 132,567 miles
  • 2024 – 129,772 miles
  • 2021 – 108,472 miles
  • 2019 – 105,502 miles
  • 2018 – 100,689 miles
  • 2017 – 96,235 miles
  • 2016 – 91,327 miles
  • 2015 – 86,400 miles
  • 2014 – 80,539 miles
  • 2013 – 75,008 miles
  • 2012 – 69,383 miles
  • 2011 – 66,931 miles
  • 2010 – 58,612 miles
  • 2009 – 50,576 miles
  • 2008 – 41,966 miles
  • 2007 – 33,676 miles
  • 2006 – 25,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,862 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    135,862 miles
    Test number
    614723727773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail135,862 miles (+3,295)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,862 miles
    Test number
    571768418539
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass132,567 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,567 miles
    Test number
    842164660223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    129,772 miles
    Test number
    238650494357
    • AdvisoryNearside front drop link gaiter slightly deteriorated
  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    664498872589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    650024551112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass108,472 miles (+2,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,472 miles
    Test number
    133013226063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass105,502 miles (+4,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,502 miles
    Test number
    158584914955
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass100,689 miles (+4,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,689 miles
    Test number
    513973538651
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass96,235 miles (+4,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,235 miles
    Test number
    841073251311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass91,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    351402454273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,327 miles (+4,927)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    795452181264
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  13. Pass86,400 miles (+5,861)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    916135255104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,539 miles (+5,531)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,539 miles
    Test number
    245643354147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,008 miles (+5,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,008 miles
    Test number
    667293763124
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass69,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    428843042104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,383 miles (+2,452)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    486273442192
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass66,931 miles (+8,319)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,931 miles
    Test number
    359459331150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,612 miles (+8,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,612 miles
    Test number
    794808230133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass50,576 miles (+8,610)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,576 miles
    Test number
    343970049179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,966 miles (+8,290)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,966 miles
    Test number
    572350938130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,676 miles
    Test number
    391789527177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,676 miles (+7,820)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,676 miles
    Test number
    251208727444
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  24. Pass25,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,856 miles
    Test number
    253528416163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 ORJ

Does LE03 ORJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 ORJ is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 ORJ?
The MOT on LE03 ORJ is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 ORJ done?
LE03 ORJ was recorded at 135,862 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 5,511 miles a year.
Has LE03 ORJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 ORJ has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LE03 ORJ 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 ORJ find?
LE03 ORJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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