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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

LM03 MRVMOT history

LM03 MRV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 151,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LM03 MRV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
151,471 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 MRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 MRV was last recorded at 151,471 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 5,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,213 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,258 miles
Average per year
6,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,471 miles
  • 2025 – 146,213 miles
  • 2024 – 141,473 miles
  • 2023 – 136,153 miles
  • 2022 – 133,301 miles
  • 2020 – 124,250 miles
  • 2019 – 116,646 miles
  • 2018 – 113,155 miles
  • 2017 – 95,237 miles
  • 2016 – 93,537 miles
  • 2015 – 85,743 miles
  • 2014 – 80,143 miles
  • 2013 – 75,453 miles
  • 2012 – 72,929 miles
  • 2011 – 64,715 miles
  • 2010 – 58,913 miles
  • 2009 – 47,747 miles
  • 2008 – 31,798 miles
  • 2007 – 29,945 miles
  • 2006 – 23,466 miles
  • 2005 – 16,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,471 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking 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
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,471 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    151,471 miles
    Test number
    283102796569
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail151,471 miles (+5,258)1 repaired3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,471 miles
    Test number
    231747456791
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass146,213 miles (+4,740)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    146,213 miles
    Test number
    895903516552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle suspension modified

  4. Pass141,473 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,473 miles
    Test number
    897619818885
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Fail141,473 miles (+5,320)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,473 miles
    Test number
    618798649826
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both nearside and offside front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass136,153 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,153 miles
    Test number
    808647128398
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,153 miles (+2,852)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,153 miles
    Test number
    635279740445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,301 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,301 miles
    Test number
    941011335106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail133,299 miles (+9,049)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,299 miles
    Test number
    313153024747
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass124,250 miles (+7,604)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    124,250 miles
    Test number
    648861483718
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated And offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material And offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded And offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass116,646 miles (+3,491)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,646 miles
    Test number
    479011930697
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass113,155 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    792911494846
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail113,154 miles (+17,917)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,154 miles
    Test number
    426549463698
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass95,237 miles (+1,700)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,237 miles
    Test number
    247250472913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,537 miles (+7,794)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,537 miles
    Test number
    182050553209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,743 miles (+5,600)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,743 miles
    Test number
    779783695067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass80,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,143 miles
    Test number
    275083214147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,143 miles (+4,690)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,143 miles
    Test number
    195863814148
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass75,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,453 miles
    Test number
    398808393069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail75,453 miles (+2,524)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,453 miles
    Test number
    538888293004
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass72,929 miles (+18)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,929 miles
    Test number
    407836792046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished/worn on inner shoulder

  22. Fail72,911 miles (+8,196)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,911 miles
    Test number
    645601392002
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished/worn on inner shoulder

  23. Pass64,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,715 miles
    Test number
    778174931032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,715 miles (+5,802)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,715 miles
    Test number
    715223931090
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass58,913 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,913 miles
    Test number
    461908660189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,368 miles (+10,621)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,368 miles
    Test number
    501819090098
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass47,747 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    830398999000
    • NoteSlight corrotion o/s front to rear brake pipe at rear

  28. Fail47,747 miles (+15,949)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    921157199086
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrotion o/s front to rear brake pipe at rear

  29. Pass31,798 miles (+1,853)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,798 miles
    Test number
    531194298060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,945 miles (+6,479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,945 miles
    Test number
    742608447372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  31. Pass23,466 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,466 miles
    Test number
    204218346329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass16,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    16,120 miles
    Test number
    252260055333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 MRV

Does LM03 MRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 MRV is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 MRV?
The MOT on LM03 MRV is valid until 24 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 MRV done?
LM03 MRV was recorded at 151,471 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 6,703 miles a year.
Has LM03 MRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 MRV has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LM03 MRV 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 MRV find?
LM03 MRV passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 7 more.

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