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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LE03 VPVMOT history

LE03 VPV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 82,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2022.

LE03 VPV silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2023
Mileage
82,190 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2022
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VPV was last recorded at 82,190 miles on 9 Apr 2022, 3,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,145 miles · 8 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
3,045 miles
Average per year
3,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,190 miles
  • 2021 – 79,145 miles
  • 2020 – 72,748 miles
  • 2019 – 66,073 miles
  • 2018 – 65,211 miles
  • 2017 – 65,200 miles
  • 2016 – 63,666 miles
  • 2015 – 62,049 miles
  • 2014 – 56,417 miles
  • 2013 – 51,672 miles
  • 2012 – 50,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,190 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Under trays/covers limit inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 7 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,190 miles (+3,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,190 miles
    Test number
    190044846011
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass79,145 miles (+6,397)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,145 miles
    Test number
    449755359175
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  3. Pass72,748 miles (+6,675)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    575651892749
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
  4. Pass66,073 miles (+862)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,073 miles
    Test number
    749599823631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,211 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    65,211 miles
    Test number
    511070960814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryCovers prevent full inspection to some components
  6. Pass65,200 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,200 miles
    Test number
    481754087792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,666 miles (+1,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,666 miles
    Test number
    362261176523
    • AdvisoryOily at underside of engine
  8. Pass62,049 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,049 miles
    Test number
    575182175049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,417 miles (+4,745)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,417 miles
    Test number
    635451844015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,672 miles (+1,414)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    309659753032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  11. Pass50,258 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,258 miles
    Test number
    407768962090
    • NoteNearside front slightly damage
    • NoteOffside rear damage
  12. Fail50,258 miles4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,258 miles
    Test number
    815877662084
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front slightly damage
    • NoteOffside rear damage

Questions about LE03 VPV

Does LE03 VPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VPV expired on 8 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VPV?
The MOT on LE03 VPV expired on 8 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VPV done?
LE03 VPV was recorded at 82,190 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2022, an average of 3,165 miles a year.
Has LE03 VPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VPV has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on LE03 VPV 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 VPV find?
LE03 VPV passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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