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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LE03 UESMOT history

LE03 UES is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

LE03 UES black 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 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,814 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 UES
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 UES was last recorded at 129,814 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 3,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,291 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,523 miles
Average per year
4,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,814 miles
  • 2024 – 126,291 miles
  • 2023 – 123,194 miles
  • 2022 – 119,225 miles
  • 2021 – 114,278 miles
  • 2020 – 112,993 miles
  • 2019 – 110,082 miles
  • 2018 – 108,888 miles
  • 2017 – 104,805 miles
  • 2016 – 101,003 miles
  • 2015 – 98,457 miles
  • 2014 – 93,872 miles
  • 2012 – 84,514 miles
  • 2010 – 77,403 miles
  • 2009 – 67,641 miles
  • 2008 – 54,459 miles
  • 2007 – 40,309 miles
  • 2006 – 32,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,814 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,814 miles (+3,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,814 miles
    Test number
    325977119789
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass126,291 miles (+3,097)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,291 miles
    Test number
    385917729315
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,194 miles (+3,969)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,194 miles
    Test number
    714129391250
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass119,225 miles (+4,947)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,225 miles
    Test number
    830506108173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,278 miles (+1,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,278 miles
    Test number
    614941688016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil Leak

  6. Pass112,993 miles (+2,911)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,993 miles
    Test number
    779097714090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass110,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,082 miles
    Test number
    441739691455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail110,080 miles (+1,192)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,080 miles
    Test number
    117312529764
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass108,888 miles (+4,083)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,888 miles
    Test number
    182814486480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,805 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,805 miles
    Test number
    433655379696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,003 miles (+2,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    297216746099
    • AdvisoryLower suspension arm bushes worn

  12. Pass98,457 miles (+4,585)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,457 miles
    Test number
    279246505174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNsf tyre slight dig in outer wall

  13. Pass93,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    93,872 miles
    Test number
    138624404105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail93,872 miles (+9,358)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,872 miles
    Test number
    318884504144
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass84,514 miles (+7,111)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,514 miles
    Test number
    878673222171
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass77,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,403 miles
    Test number
    203542720001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,403 miles (+9,762)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,403 miles
    Test number
    750732320027
    • 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)

  18. Pass67,641 miles (+13,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,641 miles
    Test number
    454811829053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,459 miles
    Test number
    540849228002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail54,459 miles (+14,150)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,459 miles
    Test number
    953709328046
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail40,309 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,309 miles
    Test number
    122707037476
    • 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)

  22. Pass40,309 miles (+8,154)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,309 miles
    Test number
    880647037081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,155 miles
    Test number
    111095746495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 UES

Does LE03 UES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 UES is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE03 UES?
The MOT on LE03 UES is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 UES done?
LE03 UES was recorded at 129,814 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,934 miles a year.
Has LE03 UES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 UES has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LE03 UES 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 UES find?
LE03 UES passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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