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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LM03 DXTMOT history

LM03 DXT is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

LM03 DXT 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 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
133,836 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 DXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 DXT was last recorded at 133,836 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 7,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,234 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,602 miles
Average per year
5,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,836 miles
  • 2025 – 126,234 miles
  • 2024 – 122,574 miles
  • 2023 – 116,258 miles
  • 2022 – 112,357 miles
  • 2021 – 99,006 miles
  • 2019 – 91,699 miles
  • 2018 – 83,905 miles
  • 2017 – 80,808 miles
  • 2016 – 76,825 miles
  • 2015 – 73,768 miles
  • 2014 – 71,058 miles
  • 2013 – 69,204 miles
  • 2012 – 65,963 miles
  • 2011 – 62,820 miles
  • 2010 – 60,006 miles
  • 2009 – 56,605 miles
  • 2008 – 49,320 miles
  • 2007 – 41,734 miles
  • 2006 – 31,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,836 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front tyres worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,836 miles (+7,602)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    133,836 miles
    Test number
    636350110913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,234 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    126,234 miles
    Test number
    732827944374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass122,574 miles (+6,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,574 miles
    Test number
    597533816296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass116,258 miles (+3,901)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    116,258 miles
    Test number
    338557035029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 255-35-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass112,357 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,357 miles
    Test number
    976590901932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  6. Fail112,357 miles (+13,351)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,357 miles
    Test number
    536262885362
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  7. Pass99,006 miles (+7,307)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,006 miles
    Test number
    364254509884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 255-35-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass91,699 miles (+7,794)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,699 miles
    Test number
    485500817549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,905 miles (+3,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,905 miles
    Test number
    751871738087
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  10. Pass80,808 miles (+3,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,808 miles
    Test number
    308460030558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass76,825 miles (+3,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,825 miles
    Test number
    721476986642
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight cracking on outer sidewall

  12. Pass73,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,768 miles
    Test number
    137831505290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,768 miles (+2,710)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,768 miles
    Test number
    698991705280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  14. Pass71,058 miles (+1,854)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,058 miles
    Test number
    469601114206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,204 miles (+3,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,204 miles
    Test number
    318003213270
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail65,963 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    335783812206
    • Repaired at testDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

  17. Pass65,963 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,963 miles
    Test number
    345773312269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,820 miles (+2,814)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,820 miles
    Test number
    479225511264
    • NoteDamage to offside door on lower half

  19. Pass60,006 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    60,006 miles
    Test number
    621216710253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,605 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,605 miles
    Test number
    894405519285
    • NoteStone chips in front screen

  21. Fail56,603 miles (+7,283)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,603 miles
    Test number
    320125819401
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteStone chips in front screen

  22. Pass49,320 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,320 miles
    Test number
    770847218262
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm end bushes got play which can cause uneven tyre wear
    • NoteStone chips to front screen

  23. Fail49,320 miles (+7,586)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,320 miles
    Test number
    484327018292
    • DangerousOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm end bushes got play which can cause uneven tyre wear
    • NoteBoth front road tyres and nearside rear tyres have slight cracking on inner wall of tyres
    • NoteBoth front road tyres wearing on inner edges of tyres recommend alignment check
    • NoteStone chips to front screen

  24. Pass41,734 miles (+10,247)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,734 miles
    Test number
    954031417220
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are corroded,scored,pitted
    • NoteSlight play found in lower arm rear bushes on both sides

  25. Pass31,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,487 miles
    Test number
    694366616245
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM03 DXT

Does LM03 DXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 DXT is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 DXT?
The MOT on LM03 DXT is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 DXT done?
LM03 DXT was recorded at 133,836 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 5,243 miles a year.
Has LM03 DXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 DXT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 DXT 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 DXT find?
LM03 DXT passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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