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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LL03 SUFMOT history

LL03 SUF is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

LL03 SUF red 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 1 May 2027
Mileage
103,097 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 SUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 SUF was last recorded at 103,097 miles on 2 May 2026, 9,457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2013: 33,442 miles, lower than 68,214 miles on 9 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
93,640 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,457 miles
Average per year
4,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,097 miles
  • 2025 – 93,640 miles
  • 2023 – 78,518 miles
  • 2022 – 58,512 miles
  • 2021 – 56,602 miles
  • 2020 – 55,942 miles
  • 2019 – 53,388 miles
  • 2018 – 49,696 miles
  • 2017 – 46,199 miles
  • 2016 – 42,989 miles
  • 2015 – 41,459 miles
  • 2014 – 36,808 miles
  • 2013 – 33,442 miles
  • 2012 – 68,214 miles
  • 2011 – 22,880 miles
  • 2010 – 20,947 miles
  • 2009 – 19,381 miles
  • 2008 – 17,699 miles
  • 2007 – 13,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,097 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,097 miles (+9,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    155006419395
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass93,640 miles (+15,122)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    438438391029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,518 miles (+20,006)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    78,518 miles
    Test number
    291508864476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    58,512 miles
    Test number
    427047053507
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,512 miles (+1,910)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,512 miles
    Test number
    396037103185
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass56,602 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    906035891577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,942 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    55,942 miles
    Test number
    616526622073
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged seal, allowing water in causing misting of lens. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip to lower offside of screen, not affecting view. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail55,942 miles (+2,554)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,942 miles
    Test number
    139678579254
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged seal, allowing water in causing misting of lens. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip to lower offside of screen, not affecting view. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass53,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,388 miles
    Test number
    484692033715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,388 miles (+3,692)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,388 miles
    Test number
    801610425568
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,696 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,696 miles
    Test number
    275889208254
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Fail49,695 miles (+3,496)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,695 miles
    Test number
    616815951037
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass46,199 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,199 miles
    Test number
    253387358303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,989 miles
    Test number
    349674462506
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail42,989 miles (+1,530)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,989 miles
    Test number
    285529624517
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass41,459 miles (+4,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,459 miles
    Test number
    566081185110
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass36,808 miles (+3,366)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,808 miles
    Test number
    889891464142
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel cap seal starting to crack

  18. Pass33,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,442 miles
    Test number
    865740093136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,442 miles (-34,772)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,442 miles
    Test number
    895900793123
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass68,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,214 miles
    Test number
    588961292112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,214 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,214 miles
    Test number
    467531592167
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Fail68,214 miles (+45,334)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,214 miles
    Test number
    219548382147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass22,880 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,880 miles
    Test number
    306932991196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,947 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,947 miles
    Test number
    262143500289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,381 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,381 miles
    Test number
    490042389126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,699 miles (+3,749)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,699 miles
    Test number
    304921508480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    13,950 miles
    Test number
    283368297187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 SUF

Does LL03 SUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 SUF is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 SUF?
The MOT on LL03 SUF is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 SUF done?
LL03 SUF was recorded at 103,097 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 4,744 miles a year.
Has LL03 SUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 SUF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LL03 SUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL03 SUF find?
LL03 SUF passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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