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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

LE03 PVTMOT history

LE03 PVT is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2023.

LE03 PVT silver 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 30 May 2024
Mileage
90,394 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 PVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 PVT was last recorded at 90,394 miles on 31 May 2023, 1,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Dec 2015: 73,995 miles, lower than 74,733 miles on 7 Dec 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,331 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1,063 miles
Average per year
4,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,394 miles
  • 2022 – 89,331 miles
  • 2021 – 87,543 miles
  • 2019 – 83,685 miles
  • 2018 – 81,351 miles
  • 2017 – 78,661 miles
  • 2015 – 73,995 miles
  • 2014 – 66,861 miles
  • 2013 – 57,890 miles
  • 2012 – 50,303 miles
  • 2010 – 42,735 miles
  • 2009 – 37,995 miles
  • 2008 – 32,678 miles
  • 2007 – 26,507 miles
  • 2006 – 16,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,394 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,394 miles (+1,063)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,394 miles
    Test number
    833010205994
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,331 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,331 miles
    Test number
    529578899453
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill and rear quarter panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,331 miles (+1,788)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,331 miles
    Test number
    988850761532
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative rod disconnected (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer cill and rear quarter panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,543 miles (+3,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,543 miles
    Test number
    285112581258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,685 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,685 miles
    Test number
    636376925414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,672 miles (+2,321)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,672 miles
    Test number
    413131929838
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass81,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,351 miles
    Test number
    776707289773
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  8. Fail81,351 miles (+2,690)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,351 miles
    Test number
    102137072452
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass78,661 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,661 miles
    Test number
    929774757476
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail78,625 miles (+4,630)2 dangerous9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,625 miles
    Test number
    560506171256
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass73,995 miles (-738)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    735965363568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,733 miles (+2,140)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,733 miles
    Test number
    636491139510
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass72,593 miles (+5,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,593 miles
    Test number
    135557925138
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass66,861 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,861 miles
    Test number
    468028224196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,807 miles (+8,917)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,807 miles
    Test number
    677829414129
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass57,890 miles (+7,587)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,890 miles
    Test number
    178586933080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,303 miles (+7,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,303 miles
    Test number
    507662932066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass42,735 miles (+4,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,735 miles
    Test number
    540335010319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass37,995 miles (+5,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,995 miles
    Test number
    323083159448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass32,678 miles (+6,171)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,678 miles
    Test number
    150912868251
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHigh tone horn innop

  21. Pass26,507 miles (+9,649)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,507 miles
    Test number
    491264867281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,858 miles
    Test number
    122674836281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 PVT

Does LE03 PVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 PVT expired on 30 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 PVT?
The MOT on LE03 PVT expired on 30 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 PVT done?
LE03 PVT was recorded at 90,394 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2023, an average of 4,384 miles a year.
Has LE03 PVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 PVT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LE03 PVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE03 PVT find?
LE03 PVT passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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