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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LE03 OWBMOT history

LE03 OWB is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LE03 OWB black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,735 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 OWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 OWB was last recorded at 125,735 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,975 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
760 miles
Average per year
4,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,735 miles
  • 2025 – 124,975 miles
  • 2024 – 122,575 miles
  • 2022 – 121,336 miles
  • 2021 – 117,444 miles
  • 2020 – 116,275 miles
  • 2019 – 114,921 miles
  • 2018 – 112,208 miles
  • 2017 – 108,631 miles
  • 2016 – 106,019 miles
  • 2015 – 102,068 miles
  • 2013 – 99,611 miles
  • 2012 – 90,911 miles
  • 2011 – 82,264 miles
  • 2010 – 71,018 miles
  • 2008 – 60,699 miles
  • 2007 – 47,557 miles
  • 2006 – 32,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,735 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner & outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear diff leak

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,735 miles (+760)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,735 miles
    Test number
    857287954274
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner & outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak

  2. Pass124,975 miles (+2,043)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    124,975 miles
    Test number
    408646395155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass122,932 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,932 miles
    Test number
    605947263309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,575 miles (+1,239)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,575 miles
    Test number
    301305458443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,336 miles (+3,892)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,336 miles
    Test number
    232065198787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,444 miles (+1,169)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,444 miles
    Test number
    417827439146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,275 miles (+1,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,275 miles
    Test number
    120582918808
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass114,921 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,921 miles
    Test number
    337903265004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,208 miles (+3,577)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,208 miles
    Test number
    969941982342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,631 miles
    Test number
    889142247337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,631 miles (+2,612)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,631 miles
    Test number
    412286347098
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass106,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,019 miles
    Test number
    670911967617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,019 miles (+3,951)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,019 miles
    Test number
    173339445533
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass102,068 miles (+2,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    758310775056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass99,611 miles (+316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    99,611 miles
    Test number
    966882853249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail99,295 miles (+8,384)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,295 miles
    Test number
    935007133281
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass90,911 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    90,911 miles
    Test number
    269470662109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,264 miles (+11,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,264 miles
    Test number
    246072061101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass71,018 miles (+10,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,018 miles
    Test number
    981042960142
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,699 miles (+13,142)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,699 miles
    Test number
    364974358322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust rattle inside exhaust
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on

  21. Pass47,557 miles (+14,900)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,557 miles
    Test number
    241131337399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,657 miles
    Test number
    964269106216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 OWB

Does LE03 OWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 OWB is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 OWB?
The MOT on LE03 OWB is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 OWB done?
LE03 OWB was recorded at 125,735 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,652 miles a year.
Has LE03 OWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 OWB has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on LE03 OWB 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 OWB find?
LE03 OWB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both; front brake hose slightly deteriorated; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner & outer, and 2 more.

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