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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LL03 UWMMOT history

LL03 UWM is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 174,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

LL03 UWM green 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 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
174,308 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 UWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 UWM was last recorded at 174,308 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Nov 2020: 151,051 miles, lower than 157,056 miles on 5 Nov 2020.

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
174,303 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 174,308 miles
  • 2024 – 168,436 miles
  • 2023 – 164,953 miles
  • 2022 – 160,730 miles
  • 2021 – 155,842 miles
  • 2020 – 151,051 miles
  • 2019 – 145,396 miles
  • 2018 – 138,946 miles
  • 2017 – 135,199 miles
  • 2016 – 130,579 miles
  • 2015 – 120,108 miles
  • 2014 – 109,994 miles
  • 2013 – 102,932 miles
  • 2012 – 98,407 miles
  • 2011 – 94,390 miles
  • 2010 – 90,833 miles
  • 2009 – 83,813 miles
  • 2008 – 76,739 miles
  • 2007 – 69,978 miles
  • 2006 – 59,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,308 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear light on broken wireRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass174,308 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    174,308 miles
    Test number
    592799664418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear light on broken wire
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail174,303 miles (+5,867)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,303 miles
    Test number
    309940068827
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear light on broken wire
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass168,436 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    168,436 miles
    Test number
    842456794676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Fail168,356 miles (+3,403)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,356 miles
    Test number
    168841851451
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass164,953 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,953 miles
    Test number
    292040745623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail164,936 miles (+4,206)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,936 miles
    Test number
    248283360053
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass160,730 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,730 miles
    Test number
    158916038838
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,716 miles (+4,874)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,716 miles
    Test number
    245360240550
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,842 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    155,842 miles
    Test number
    767180376175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail155,816 miles (+4,765)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,816 miles
    Test number
    895900661572
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass151,051 miles (-6,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    151,051 miles
    Test number
    327143961565
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail157,056 miles (+11,660)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,056 miles
    Test number
    317777631169
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass145,396 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    145,396 miles
    Test number
    595487924922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail145,281 miles (+6,335)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,281 miles
    Test number
    265905950777
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass138,946 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    138,946 miles
    Test number
    755091988747
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Fail138,940 miles (+3,741)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,940 miles
    Test number
    460034820445
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  17. Pass135,199 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    135,199 miles
    Test number
    654423297518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail135,113 miles (+4,534)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,113 miles
    Test number
    196664512341
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass130,579 miles (+310)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,579 miles
    Test number
    122970885901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail130,269 miles (+10,161)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,269 miles
    Test number
    529044418892
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour front and rear (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass120,108 miles (+10,114)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    120,108 miles
    Test number
    433274492152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,994 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,994 miles
    Test number
    805327764213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail109,994 miles (+7,062)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,994 miles
    Test number
    189926864281
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass102,932 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    102,932 miles
    Test number
    395993073408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail102,814 miles (+4,407)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,814 miles
    Test number
    188296553245
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass98,407 miles (+4,017)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    98,407 miles
    Test number
    269929642241
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdv off side rear tyre stepping inner edge
    • NoteAdv surface corrosion

  27. Pass94,390 miles (+3,557)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    94,390 miles
    Test number
    599484541296
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdv slight movement in off side front lower arm rear bush

  28. Pass90,833 miles (+7,020)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,833 miles
    Test number
    332290060438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass83,813 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    83,813 miles
    Test number
    380093039401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass76,739 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,739 miles
    Test number
    883037548224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass69,978 miles (+10,359)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    69,978 miles
    Test number
    874638127275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass59,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,619 miles
    Test number
    320249716482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL03 UWM

Does LL03 UWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 UWM is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL03 UWM?
The MOT on LL03 UWM is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 UWM done?
LL03 UWM was recorded at 174,308 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 5,965 miles a year.
Has LL03 UWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 UWM has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 UWM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL03 UWM find?
LL03 UWM passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall, and 6 more.

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