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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LE03 TNFMOT history

LE03 TNF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 222,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LE03 TNF grey 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 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
222,936 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 TNF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 TNF was last recorded at 222,936 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 10,618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,318 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,618 miles
Average per year
9,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,936 miles
  • 2025 – 212,318 miles
  • 2024 – 199,402 miles
  • 2023 – 185,798 miles
  • 2022 – 180,883 miles
  • 2021 – 170,351 miles
  • 2020 – 161,522 miles
  • 2019 – 151,094 miles
  • 2018 – 139,819 miles
  • 2017 – 126,649 miles
  • 2016 – 105,782 miles
  • 2015 – 91,198 miles
  • 2014 – 85,793 miles
  • 2013 – 79,829 miles
  • 2012 – 72,578 miles
  • 2011 – 65,685 miles
  • 2010 – 58,087 miles
  • 2009 – 49,920 miles
  • 2008 – 39,811 miles
  • 2007 – 33,188 miles
  • 2006 – 24,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,936 miles
  • AdvisoryALL four tyres low on tread
  • AdvisoryHandbrake !
  • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near nearside of fuel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,936 miles (+10,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    222,936 miles
    Test number
    456152169603
    • AdvisoryALL four tyres low on tread
    • AdvisoryHandbrake !
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  2. Pass212,318 miles (+12,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    212,318 miles
    Test number
    141718188977
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  3. Pass199,402 miles (+13,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    199,402 miles
    Test number
    907063812200
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryLong travel in hand brake for model

  4. Pass185,798 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    185,798 miles
    Test number
    117955987710
    • 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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near nearside of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail185,795 miles (+4,912)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,795 miles
    Test number
    181428573984
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near nearside of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass180,883 miles (+10,532)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    180,883 miles
    Test number
    570777313635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass170,351 miles (+8,829)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    170,351 miles
    Test number
    439479917014
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive anti freeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass161,522 miles (+10,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    161,522 miles
    Test number
    165864271684
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever slight travel

  9. Pass151,094 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,094 miles
    Test number
    129245136779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail151,078 miles (+11,259)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,078 miles
    Test number
    145111732368
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass139,819 miles (+13,170)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    139,819 miles
    Test number
    352634148211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,649 miles (+20,867)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    126,649 miles
    Test number
    167333136373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,782 miles (+14,584)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,782 miles
    Test number
    313879627303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,198 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,198 miles
    Test number
    819293405241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,194 miles (+5,401)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,194 miles
    Test number
    775711305295
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass85,793 miles (+5,964)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,793 miles
    Test number
    477899104287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,829 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,829 miles
    Test number
    197818323260
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,829 miles (+7,251)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,829 miles
    Test number
    295668223269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass72,578 miles (+6,893)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,578 miles
    Test number
    156609602278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass65,685 miles (+7,598)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,685 miles
    Test number
    348146701284
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass58,087 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,087 miles
    Test number
    580336170100
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBelly pan fitted unable to inspect bottom of the engine and front subframe
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  22. Fail58,087 miles (+8,167)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,087 miles
    Test number
    804146570124
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBelly pan fitted unable to inspect bottom of the engine and front subframe
    • NoteRear discs slightly pitted

  23. Pass49,920 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,920 miles
    Test number
    120357199119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,915 miles (+1,147)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,915 miles
    Test number
    284376699163
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass48,768 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,768 miles
    Test number
    773631799055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Fail48,753 miles (+8,942)5 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,753 miles
    Test number
    620799289071
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass39,811 miles (+6,623)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,811 miles
    Test number
    790618408102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,188 miles (+8,542)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,188 miles
    Test number
    210606307139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,646 miles
    Test number
    241793106135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 TNF

Does LE03 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 TNF is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 TNF?
The MOT on LE03 TNF is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 TNF done?
LE03 TNF was recorded at 222,936 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 9,716 miles a year.
Has LE03 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 TNF has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LE03 TNF 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 TNF find?
LE03 TNF passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: all four tyres low on tread; handbrake !; slight exhaust blow.

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