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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LE03 XHAMOT history

LE03 XHA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 85,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

LE03 XHA blue 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 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
85,579 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 XHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 XHA was last recorded at 85,579 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 1,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,648 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,931 miles
Average per year
4,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,579 miles
  • 2020 – 83,648 miles
  • 2019 – 78,730 miles
  • 2018 – 70,437 miles
  • 2017 – 55,883 miles
  • 2016 – 50,834 miles
  • 2015 – 46,269 miles
  • 2014 – 39,814 miles
  • 2013 – 36,645 miles
  • 2011 – 32,676 miles
  • 2010 – 30,147 miles
  • 2009 – 25,695 miles
  • 2008 – 22,304 miles
  • 2007 – 19,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,579 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints both
  • AdvisorySteering boot slight split both side

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 hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,579 miles (+1,931)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,579 miles
    Test number
    681843460202
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints both
    • AdvisorySteering boot slight split both side

  2. Pass83,648 miles (+4,918)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,648 miles
    Test number
    647836078827
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass78,730 miles (+8,293)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,730 miles
    Test number
    692257100914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,437 miles (+14,554)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,437 miles
    Test number
    150660761716
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass55,883 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    400305176264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail55,881 miles (+5,047)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,881 miles
    Test number
    235532143110
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working all (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass50,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,834 miles
    Test number
    217540218136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,834 miles (+4,565)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,834 miles
    Test number
    551052442635
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass46,269 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,269 miles
    Test number
    442603194397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,265 miles (+6,451)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,265 miles
    Test number
    748167292710
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass39,814 miles (+3,169)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,814 miles
    Test number
    248648014126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass36,645 miles (+3,969)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,645 miles
    Test number
    209422103106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass32,676 miles (+2,529)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,676 miles
    Test number
    206829241231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,147 miles (+4,452)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,147 miles
    Test number
    804651270265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,695 miles (+3,391)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,695 miles
    Test number
    823453789087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,304 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,304 miles
    Test number
    201068488085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,756 miles
    Test number
    591961577095
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE03 XHA

Does LE03 XHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 XHA expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 XHA?
The MOT on LE03 XHA expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 XHA done?
LE03 XHA was recorded at 85,579 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 4,379 miles a year.
Has LE03 XHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 XHA has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on LE03 XHA 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 XHA find?
LE03 XHA passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear; front outer suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side; both front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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