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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LL03 UGYMOT history

LL03 UGY is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 246,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LL03 UGY grey 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
246,664 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 UGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 UGY was last recorded at 246,664 miles on 12 May 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,610 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
9,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 246,664 miles
  • 2025 – 234,889 miles
  • 2024 – 224,712 miles
  • 2023 – 212,585 miles
  • 2022 – 204,098 miles
  • 2021 – 190,879 miles
  • 2020 – 184,704 miles
  • 2019 – 174,291 miles
  • 2018 – 156,660 miles
  • 2017 – 138,228 miles
  • 2016 – 126,200 miles
  • 2015 – 121,104 miles
  • 2014 – 115,814 miles
  • 2013 – 107,503 miles
  • 2012 – 99,284 miles
  • 2011 – 94,108 miles
  • 2010 – 87,695 miles
  • 2009 – 78,459 miles
  • 2008 – 69,724 miles
  • 2007 – 60,210 miles
  • 2006 – 50,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,664 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle loweredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,664 miles (+54)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    246,664 miles
    Test number
    122397593504
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  2. Fail246,610 miles (+11,721)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,610 miles
    Test number
    182184012256
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle lowered

  3. Pass234,889 miles (+10,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    234,889 miles
    Test number
    494463136570
    • AdvisoryCar has been lowered

  4. Pass224,712 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    224,712 miles
    Test number
    551687202570
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail224,711 miles (+12,126)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,711 miles
    Test number
    964752266142
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass212,585 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    212,585 miles
    Test number
    629836186520
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail212,584 miles (+8,486)1 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,584 miles
    Test number
    491981769431
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass204,098 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    204,098 miles
    Test number
    401083509428
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all in poor condition (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail204,091 miles (+13,212)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,091 miles
    Test number
    746631135907
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all in poor condition (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass190,879 miles (+6,175)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    190,879 miles
    Test number
    722034784218
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass184,704 miles (+10,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    184,704 miles
    Test number
    298172110618
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion

  12. Pass174,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    174,291 miles
    Test number
    531927710968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail174,291 miles (+17,631)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,291 miles
    Test number
    412352682618
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass156,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    156,660 miles
    Test number
    478716637913
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Fail156,660 miles (+18,432)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,660 miles
    Test number
    237110399250
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass138,228 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,228 miles
    Test number
    687607171348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail138,045 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,045 miles
    Test number
    140406914036
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail138,045 miles (+11,845)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,045 miles
    Test number
    378059130350
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass126,200 miles (+5,096)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,200 miles
    Test number
    949183344038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass121,104 miles (+5,290)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,104 miles
    Test number
    638780285186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass115,814 miles (+8,311)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,814 miles
    Test number
    478395174141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass107,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,503 miles
    Test number
    868168773163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,503 miles (+8,219)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,503 miles
    Test number
    279337673421
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Note35% imbalance recorded on front axle

  24. Pass99,284 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    99,284 miles
    Test number
    685288872190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass94,108 miles (+6,413)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,108 miles
    Test number
    748959671123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,695 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    87,695 miles
    Test number
    464725470193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    78,459 miles
    Test number
    852340489175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,459 miles (+8,735)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,459 miles
    Test number
    654255279135
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass69,724 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,724 miles
    Test number
    512979278190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail69,701 miles (+9,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,701 miles
    Test number
    824498578155
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  31. Pass60,210 miles (+9,700)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    60,210 miles
    Test number
    151127007291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass50,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    50,510 miles
    Test number
    351338286106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail50,510 miles1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,510 miles
    Test number
    352838186176
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL03 UGY

Does LL03 UGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 UGY is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 UGY?
The MOT on LL03 UGY is valid until 11 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 UGY done?
LL03 UGY was recorded at 246,664 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 9,883 miles a year.
Has LL03 UGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 UGY has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL03 UGY 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 UGY find?
LL03 UGY passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust noisy; vehicle lowered.

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