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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LM03 CTKMOT history

LM03 CTK is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 287,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2022.

LM03 CTK blue 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 9 Nov 2023
Mileage
287,898 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 CTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 CTK was last recorded at 287,898 miles on 9 Nov 2022, 17,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
270,761 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
17,137 miles
Average per year
13,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 287,898 miles
  • 2021 – 270,761 miles
  • 2020 – 263,725 miles
  • 2019 – 248,866 miles
  • 2018 – 244,187 miles
  • 2017 – 226,081 miles
  • 2016 – 210,531 miles
  • 2015 – 192,316 miles
  • 2014 – 172,081 miles
  • 2013 – 137,537 miles
  • 2012 – 118,241 miles
  • 2011 – 112,543 miles
  • 2010 – 105,912 miles
  • 2009 – 97,670 miles
  • 2008 – 89,730 miles
  • 2007 – 82,665 miles
  • 2006 – 70,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,898 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,898 miles (+17,137)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    287,898 miles
    Test number
    513564563749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass270,761 miles (+7,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    270,761 miles
    Test number
    917666517493
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass263,725 miles (+14,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    263,725 miles
    Test number
    175403496892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass248,866 miles (+4,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    248,866 miles
    Test number
    383644923992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass244,187 miles (+18,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    244,187 miles
    Test number
    949997799178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass226,081 miles (+120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    226,081 miles
    Test number
    478484929429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail225,961 miles (+15,430)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,961 miles
    Test number
    908445010443
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass210,531 miles (+18,215)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    210,531 miles
    Test number
    989268288297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass192,316 miles (+20,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    192,316 miles
    Test number
    156983165118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass172,081 miles (+151)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    172,081 miles
    Test number
    138290064188
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail171,930 miles (+34,393)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,930 miles
    Test number
    147957754177
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass137,537 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    137,537 miles
    Test number
    379748253167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail137,413 miles (+19,172)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,413 miles
    Test number
    235105153128
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteParking brake application uneven

  14. Pass118,241 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    118,241 miles
    Test number
    247779952109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail118,233 miles (+5,690)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,233 miles
    Test number
    259338352402
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteNearside front tyre and rear tyre wearing on inner edges

  16. Pass112,543 miles (+6,631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    112,543 miles
    Test number
    708768861120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass105,912 miles (+8,242)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    105,912 miles
    Test number
    351702060187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    97,670 miles
    Test number
    353119159177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,670 miles (+7,940)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,670 miles
    Test number
    494276259121
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass89,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    89,730 miles
    Test number
    711192548114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,730 miles (+7,065)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,730 miles
    Test number
    883062048126
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  22. Pass82,665 miles (+12,568)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    82,665 miles
    Test number
    273805547184
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD IS ON 2.5 MM †AND IS SPLITTING ON OUTER WALL
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD IS ON 2.0 MM
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR AND NERASIDE REAR TYRE TREADS ARE ON 1.9 MM †MINIMUM TYRE TREAD DEPTH LEGAL LIMIT IS 1.6 MM

  23. Pass70,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,097 miles
    Test number
    823942656144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 CTK

Does LM03 CTK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 CTK expired on 9 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 CTK?
The MOT on LM03 CTK expired on 9 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 CTK done?
LM03 CTK was recorded at 287,898 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2022, an average of 13,248 miles a year.
Has LM03 CTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 CTK has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2017.
Has the mileage on LM03 CTK 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 LM03 CTK find?
LM03 CTK passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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