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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,895 cc

LL03 EWDMOT history

LL03 EWD is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 182,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2023.

LL03 EWD 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 17 Sept 2024
Mileage
182,944 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 EWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 EWD was last recorded at 182,944 miles on 18 Sept 2023, 20,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,462 miles · 15 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
20,482 miles
Average per year
9,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,944 miles
  • 2022 – 162,462 miles
  • 2021 – 141,744 miles
  • 2020 – 123,623 miles
  • 2019 – 112,305 miles
  • 2018 – 106,361 miles
  • 2017 – 100,988 miles
  • 2016 – 92,754 miles
  • 2015 – 85,731 miles
  • 2014 – 78,267 miles
  • 2013 – 70,396 miles
  • 2012 – 64,201 miles
  • 2011 – 60,228 miles
  • 2010 – 53,932 miles
  • 2009 – 48,313 miles
  • 2008 – 41,742 miles
  • 2007 – 35,280 miles
  • 2006 – 24,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,944 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion around Jacking points
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,944 miles (+20,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    182,944 miles
    Test number
    721558001591
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around Jacking points
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,462 miles (+20,718)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    162,462 miles
    Test number
    593873840968
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear UNDERBODY CORRODED

  3. Pass141,744 miles (+18,121)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    141,744 miles
    Test number
    137239528396
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,623 miles (+11,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,623 miles
    Test number
    299016214017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  5. Pass112,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    112,305 miles
    Test number
    466801242988
    • AdvisoryNearside lower windscreen area damaged

  6. Fail112,305 miles (+111)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,305 miles
    Test number
    297543811963
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside lower windscreen area damaged

  7. Fail112,194 miles (+5,833)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,194 miles
    Test number
    815438796801
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass106,361 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,361 miles
    Test number
    799151064884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,300 miles (+5,312)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,300 miles
    Test number
    460626913647
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass100,988 miles (+8,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,988 miles
    Test number
    569748045222
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  11. Pass92,754 miles (+214)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,754 miles
    Test number
    841638532817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,540 miles (+6,809)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,540 miles
    Test number
    642142720051
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass85,731 miles (+7,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    85,731 miles
    Test number
    879346415289
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass78,267 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,267 miles
    Test number
    889847114286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,252 miles (+7,856)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,252 miles
    Test number
    716356714297
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass70,396 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,396 miles
    Test number
    139267293163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,201 miles
    Test number
    338274122277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,201 miles (+3,973)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,201 miles
    Test number
    259773122268
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass60,228 miles (+6,296)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,228 miles
    Test number
    989437281290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,932 miles (+5,619)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,932 miles
    Test number
    610114980284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on edges

  21. Pass48,313 miles (+6,571)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,313 miles
    Test number
    142765689215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,742 miles (+6,462)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,742 miles
    Test number
    932712888297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,280 miles
    Test number
    291070697261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,280 miles (+3,452)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,280 miles
    Test number
    943268087274
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass31,828 miles (+7,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,828 miles
    Test number
    731700857190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass24,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,463 miles
    Test number
    693389176136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,463 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,463 miles
    Test number
    460259476148
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LL03 EWD

Does LL03 EWD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 EWD expired on 17 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 EWD?
The MOT on LL03 EWD expired on 17 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 EWD done?
LL03 EWD was recorded at 182,944 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2023, an average of 9,201 miles a year.
Has LL03 EWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 EWD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on LL03 EWD 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 LL03 EWD find?
LL03 EWD passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2023 with 4 advisories: corrosion around jacking points; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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