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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LL03 UHAMOT history

LL03 UHA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 179,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2023.

LL03 UHA black 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 15 Jan 2024
Mileage
179,323 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 UHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 UHA was last recorded at 179,323 miles on 16 Jan 2023, 5,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,574 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5,749 miles
Average per year
8,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 179,323 miles
  • 2022 – 173,574 miles
  • 2020 – 169,262 miles
  • 2019 – 164,220 miles
  • 2018 – 158,654 miles
  • 2017 – 152,092 miles
  • 2016 – 145,659 miles
  • 2015 – 145,134 miles
  • 2014 – 134,365 miles
  • 2013 – 125,422 miles
  • 2012 – 114,401 miles
  • 2011 – 92,905 miles
  • 2010 – 73,337 miles
  • 2009 – 60,260 miles
  • 2007 – 43,054 miles
  • 2006 – 35,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,323 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,323 miles (+5,749)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    179,323 miles
    Test number
    585956069494
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass173,574 miles (+4,312)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    173,574 miles
    Test number
    968937503110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,262 miles (+5,042)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,262 miles
    Test number
    735989046784
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass164,220 miles (+5,566)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    164,220 miles
    Test number
    770503901080
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass158,654 miles (+6,562)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    158,654 miles
    Test number
    385316673217
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,092 miles (+6,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    152,092 miles
    Test number
    808464673923
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass145,659 miles (+525)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    145,659 miles
    Test number
    762430435918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass145,134 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    145,134 miles
    Test number
    391275269554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail145,127 miles (+10,762)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,127 miles
    Test number
    707913865833
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  10. Pass134,365 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    134,365 miles
    Test number
    177764624370
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail134,363 miles (+8,941)8 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,363 miles
    Test number
    437804524410
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass125,422 miles (+5)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    125,422 miles
    Test number
    745997473283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail125,417 miles (+11,016)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,417 miles
    Test number
    565276073210
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass114,401 miles (+21,496)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    114,401 miles
    Test number
    259882282233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,905 miles (+19,568)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    92,905 miles
    Test number
    878817821253
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    73,337 miles
    Test number
    811032600294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,337 miles (+13,077)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,337 miles
    Test number
    181561600286
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  18. Pass60,260 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,260 miles
    Test number
    103518179155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail60,260 miles (+17,206)3 failures1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,260 miles
    Test number
    722507279142
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass43,054 miles (+7,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,054 miles
    Test number
    632614917238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass35,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,811 miles
    Test number
    524202826290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 UHA

Does LL03 UHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 UHA expired on 15 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 UHA?
The MOT on LL03 UHA expired on 15 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 UHA done?
LL03 UHA was recorded at 179,323 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2023, an average of 8,732 miles a year.
Has LL03 UHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 UHA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2015.
Has the mileage on LL03 UHA 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 UHA find?
LL03 UHA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2023 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2, and 4 more.

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