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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LL03 XBHMOT history

LL03 XBH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 109,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LL03 XBH blue 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 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
109,694 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 XBH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 XBH was last recorded at 109,694 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,691 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,694 miles
  • 2024 – 101,160 miles
  • 2023 – 87,024 miles
  • 2022 – 74,580 miles
  • 2021 – 67,598 miles
  • 2020 – 62,331 miles
  • 2017 – 56,027 miles
  • 2011 – 56,023 miles
  • 2010 – 52,789 miles
  • 2009 – 39,518 miles
  • 2008 – 29,768 miles
  • 2006 – 25,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,694 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroding (1.1.11 (c))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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,694 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    109,694 miles
    Test number
    885734402263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroding (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail109,691 miles (+8,531)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,691 miles
    Test number
    538994971678
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroding (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass101,160 miles (+14,136)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,160 miles
    Test number
    883974411036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass87,024 miles (+48)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,024 miles
    Test number
    591313813873
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s (4.4.3 (a))
  5. Fail86,976 miles (+12,396)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,976 miles
    Test number
    735248576760
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass74,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,580 miles
    Test number
    854911870294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail74,580 miles (+6,982)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,580 miles
    Test number
    849611446579
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass67,598 miles (+5,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,598 miles
    Test number
    249274283313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass62,331 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,331 miles
    Test number
    775384444497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail62,331 miles (+6,304)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,331 miles
    Test number
    619954662031
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass56,027 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,027 miles
    Test number
    958465094374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,023 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,023 miles
    Test number
    329597311275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail56,022 miles (+3,233)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,022 miles
    Test number
    549226111210
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn advise
  14. Pass52,789 miles (+13,271)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,789 miles
    Test number
    612308790073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,518 miles (+9,750)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,518 miles
    Test number
    844758229090
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges advise
  16. Pass29,768 miles (+4,102)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,768 miles
    Test number
    694628928019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,666 miles
    Test number
    270409756277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 XBH

Does LL03 XBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 XBH is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL03 XBH?
The MOT on LL03 XBH is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 XBH done?
LL03 XBH was recorded at 109,694 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 4,365 miles a year.
Has LL03 XBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 XBH has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 XBH 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 XBH find?
LL03 XBH passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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